Best of Show Automotive
7700 Tyler BoulevardMentor Museum of Speed, Mentor, OH, 44060, US
Phone : 440-350-1480
Email : joseph.carroll@bestofshowautomotive.com Stunning 1957 Chevrolet 210 Custom 327/365 HP 4 Speed!

This 1957 Chevy 210 is one of those perfect cars that we get in here now and then that wins hearts simply because it's so beautiful. This one isn't about matching numbers or date codes, it's all about being art for art's sake. Every single component, every square inch, every stitch on it is as perfect as it can be—so perfect, in fact, that the fellow who had it built has never driven it beyond his driveway because he just can't bear the thought of hurting it.

This car has some strong bones, too. It was purchased from its original owner in Colorado 19 years ago (a copy of the ad is included with the sale). It was a 6-cylinder, 3-speed car at the time, and was in outstanding shape. That bill of sale and other documents like the temporary tag are included to help document the car's 2-owner history. Over the years, the car evolved until the second owner decided it needed to go to the next level. He spent several years and tens of thousands of dollars creating the piece of art you're looking at right now.

Of course, the first thing you're noticing is the color; this car has been repainted in its original colors of India Ivory over Larkspur Blue, and it is just stunning in the flesh. It's also a very refreshing change from all the red and black '57s that are floating around. If you want to stand out at a show, a subtle and exquisitely detailed car like this is the only way to go today. The all-original body panels have been massaged and straightened to perfection—you'll never get reproduction sheetmetal to look this good, and none of it has been shaved, chopped, or modified. The gaps are flawless and someone spent a lot of time installing all that restored stainless and chrome trim getting it to align so beautifully. In fact, to give you an idea of how perfect this car was to start, the emblem on the trunk is the original in 100% unrestored condition, and it's flawless. And while many people seem to prefer the Bel Air's anodized aluminum panels on the quarters, this 210's simple trim and contrasting India Ivory insert that matches the top looks almost custom.

After you're done taking in the beautiful workmanship, you can see how perfectly this car sits, thanks to a set of 2-inch drop spindles and 1-inch drop springs. It has an aggressive classic hot rod rake to it, and those classic polished Torq-Thrust wheels in front of power front disc brakes give it a timeless look that will look as awesome in 20 years as it does today.

Mechanically, this car sports a vintage '65 Corvette 327 making 365 horsepower thanks to double hump heads and some vintage-looking Edelbrock speed equipment. There's nothing flashy or high-tech under there, just a perfectly detailed small block Chevy and a 4-barrel, the same combination that has been powering street machines for decades. It fits with the car's traditional style build and if you did it any other way, it just wouldn't be right. The workmanship is high-quality throughout, and you can see in the clean presentation and detailing that subtle was the overriding theme on the entire build. There's just enough polished aluminum to dress it up, but not so much that it's all you see. Instead, it's a symphony of colors and materials that really pops against that Larkspur Blue paint. The engine is backed by a 4-speed manual transmission that's controlled by a Hurst shifter. There's a new driveshaft and U-joints feeding power to the rear packing a new-old stock 1964 Chevy limited slip differential. When you look under there to see all those new parts, check out how highly detailed and polished it is, too. The builders took a lot of extra time making sure the underside of this car is as nice as the rest of it.

The interior is just as exceptional in its execution and subtlety. Again, it's all stock colors and materials throughout, letting the excellent work done by GM stylists in the '50s do all the talking. The upholstery is the correct light blue vinyl with dark blue pattern cloth that looks spectacular. The carpets, door panels, and headliner are all-new as well. The dashboard has been refinished and stuffed full of rebuilt factory gauges, a rebuilt radio, and a clock. A chrome tilt steering column holds a leather-wrapped billet steering wheel. Under the dash, a new Alpine CD stereo system is housed in its own custom box for a factory look. The Hurst shifter sports a cue ball knob that looks perfectly vintage in this 90% authentic interior. In the nicely finished trunk, the original spare is still present, along with the original jack, all complimented by fresh paint and a new trunk mat.

I think we can confidently say that this is one of the very finest '57 Chevys anywhere at any price. The workmanship and attention to detail is unbelievable and it is just flat-out gorgeous to look at. That stout small block under the hood is a potent performer, and all the components used here have proven their merits in battle time after time. As a 2-owner piece, it has a known history and no surprises. We invite you to come in and look this car over from front to back and see if you don't agree that it's about the nicest shoebox you've ever seen. Then see if you can resist taking it home with you.

FACTS & FIGURES Year:1957 Mileage:2607 VIN: Transmission Type:Manual Type of Vehicle Title:Clear Number of Cylinders:8 Primary Color:Other Interior Color:Other About this auction & Best of Show Automotive

Convinced that collector car values are plummeting? Don't be fooled! While the value of mediocre cars has been steadily sliding with the economy over the past two years, the value of incredible cars has stayed level and, is rising. In times of economic uncertainty, capital flows to the highest quality assets which contain the least amount of risk and the classic car market is no exception. The lesson is simple: buy the very best you can find!

Please note that all sales are binding and final. Our cars are sold "as-is" with no warranty expressed or implied. Please carefully read the terms & conditions of the sale before bidding. Winning this auction does not entitle you to come inspect the car and decide if you want to buy it, but obligates you to complete the purchase! A $1000.00 deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours of the auction close ... NO EXCEPTIONS.

We do not release our reserve prices, as this would be unfair to the other bidders, so please don't ask!

Note that our cars are on display in our showroom in Mentor, Ohio, in national print advertisements, listed for sale on our website, and listed for sale in multiple, nationally known, online dealer showrooms at all times. Since our cars are for sale in a number of other mediums, we reserve the right to cancel the auction at any time.

Best of Show Automotive sells approximately 40 cars each and every month to collectors worldwide. Each and every one of these cars is listed on Ebay, but only one sale, on average per month, actually occurs on Ebay. Accordingly, if you see a car you like, don't wait! Call us! When you see it disappear, it means that it sold to someone who saw it somewhere else. Lastly, note that we do not change our pricing on any car based on Ebay auction activity. Ebay is a wholesale marketing platform, which we use primarily for marketing purposes.

If you have ZERO feedback on Ebay, please call or email us to request our authority to bid on our vehicles. And, for you con-men and women out there, while you may think it's cute to create a user account and click the Buy It Now on a high dollar car you can't afford, note that we will track you down and we will recoup our costs for fraudulent bidding activity.

This car can be inspected at our 60,000 square foot office complex and showroom facility, operated as the Mentor Museum of Speed, located at 7700 Tyler Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio, six days per week. Museum hours are 10 am to 5 pm daily, Monday through Friday, and 10 am to 4 pm Saturdays. You may stop in at any time during museum hours to view our collection. If you would like to make a sales appointment (and avoid paying the ten buck admission fee), we would be happy to schedule a personal appointment with you. To do so, contact Joseph Carroll below. For those of you who need to fly in, we can provide transportation to and from Cleveland Hopkins International Airport. We can also provide accommodations within walking distance of our facility.

We can transport your new vehicle to you in one of our enclosed car haulers. Cost depends on mileage and location. Our Transportation Manager, Ron Meek, stands ready to help you with your transport needs. For a quote, call Ron at: (440)350-1480. Ron's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">For those international buyers, note that we've shipped cars to collectors and classic car fans world-wide for years. You can feel confident in our representations, and post-sale service. Our Transportation Manager, Ron Meek, stands ready to help your transport & shipping needs.

A common question we receive is: "do you accept trades"? We do accept trades, but will only consider #1 or #2 condition vehicles. If you would like us to review a trade, please send detailed pictures of the entire car, including the underside. Also send a detailed description which includes all specifications, facts, figures, history and documentation present with the car. Lastly, give us a clear idea of what you are seeking in trade value. Email information on your trade directly to Joseph Carroll. Joe's email address is: class="wmatterbold">Best of Show Automotive, LLC has a valid Ohio Used Car Dealer's License. Our showroom, located at 7700 Tyler Boulevard, in Mentor, Ohio, is open to the public from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturdays, with viewing by appointment only Monday through Friday. We 100-140 incredible cars on display, and there's always something new. Feel free to stop in and meet our staff, and, more importantly, see the Greatest Showroom on Earth! Each and every one of our 25 member staff is an absolute car nut and we do this because we love cars!

In addition to our main showroom in Mentor, Ohio, we own two secondary facilities, including a restoration mechanical/assembly facility and a restoration body/paint shop. We perform complete restorations for classic car fans around the globe. Best of Show car have won numerous national weekends and our cars won their classes at both the 2009 Mopar Nationals and 2009 Pontiac Nationals. We own all of our facilities and have a significant investment in our business. We stand behind our work and value long-term relationships with our customers! For information on your restoration project, our Restoration Manager, Tim Wilhelm, can be reached at: (440)354-3279. Tim's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">Do you want your car customized? New wheels? Air conditioning? We have a full service shop staffed with veterans who have been there and done that …we can give you what you want! For a quote on customizing or add-on products, contact our Inventory Manager, Doug Croxford, at: (440)350-1480. Doug's direct email address is: class="wmatterbold">Check out our feedback from other customers who have purchased cars from us in the past. Here's what some of customers have to say: We pride ourselves on describing our cars accurately, and, our cars really do look better in person than in the pictures! Bid with confidence!

For general information, call us at: (440)350-1480. You can send an email directly to our President, Joseph Carroll, at: Joseph M. Carroll
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5782 Heisley Road
Mentor, OH, 44060

Best of Show Automotive, LLC
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7700 Tyler Boulevard
Mentor, OH, 44060

Best of Show Automotive, LLC
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Restoration Manager

5782 Heisley Rd.
Mentor, OH, 44060

Best of Show Automotive, LLC
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7700 Tyler Boulevard
Mentor, OH, 44060

Best of Show Automotive, LLC
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