1957 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION DRIVER
1957 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION SERIES
1957 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION WINDOWS

283ci 'Ramjet' fuel-injection, 283-horsepower.

283ci V8 with dual carbs and solid-lifter cam, 270-horsepower.

283ci 'Ramjet' fuel-injection, 250-horsepower.

283ci V8 with dual carbs and hydraulic-lifter cam, 245-horsepower.

283ci V8 with 4bbl Carter, 220 horsepower.

265ci 'Turbo-Fire' V8 with 2bbl, 162-horsepower.

The 283 motor was available with the standard two-barrel carburetor, an optional four-barrel carburetor, dual quads, or the new 'Ramjet' mechanical fuel-injection system. The base engine for the 1957 Chevrolet was the long-time staple in Chevy's lineup, the 140-horsepower 'Blue Flame Six'.ДЄ 265ci V8 was offered in two-barrel form only, followed by a larger 283ci V8 (same block with a larger displacement).

1957 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION DRIVER

The traffic-light viewer, a ribbed-plastic visor that sat just above the speedometer, captured the reflection of overhead traffic lights so that the driver didn't have to lean forward to see past the edge of the windshield. Mounted to the dashboard, the 'Autotronic Eye' sensed the light from oncoming traffic and dimmed headlights automatically.Д«ecause the roof extended so far into the windshield, some found it hard to see overhead traffic lights from the driver's seat. Multi-colored interiors, padded dash, and tissue dispenser were also available.

1957 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION WINDOWS

Inside, power windows and power seats were optional, as was a signal-seeking radio and power antenna.ДЄ rear speaker could be purchased which required a separate volume knob installed in the dash. Power steering and power brakes were popular options.ДЄir conditioning was offered on V8-equipped models only. Included in the line-up was a two-door station wagon called the 'Nomad'.ДЄvailable in 150, 210, and Bel Air models, a customer could order any option with any trim level.Д®xterior choices included optional two-tone paint schemes and tinted glass. The V-shaped trim on the '57 tail-fins was filled with a ribbed stainless steel insert, which was exclusive to the Bel Air. For 1957, the Bel Air package featured gold trim on the front grille, front fender chevrons, and hood and trunk script.

1957 CHEVROLET TRANSMISSION SERIES

The upscale Bel Air series was first offered on two-door Chevy hardtops in 1952. To help keep the clean lines of the car, the fuel-filler door was concealed in the left rear fin. Similar to the 1957 Cadillac, the rear fenders got tall but stylish tail-fins.ДЄ switch from 14-inch wheels to 15-inch wheels helped give the car a better stance. The face-lifted Chevrolet was ready for sale by October 1956. Production delays necessitated the carry-over of the 1955 design for one more year.Д®d Cole, chief designer for Chevrolet at the time, orchestrated the minor face lift, including the new grille, hood rockets, and front bumper bullets.ДЄ relocation of air ducts to the headlight pods resulted in the classic chrome headlight bezels.

Although GM executives wanted an entirely new car for 1956, Having both performance and great looks, the 1957 Chevrolets were immensely popular.ДЄfter hearing that rival Ford would have an all-new full-size model for 1957, there was concern at Chevrolet. Minor changes included a wide chromed grille, rear tail-fins, and new dashboard. 1957 Chevy History ДЎ957 Chevy History Article by Mark TrottaДЄrguably the world's most popular classic car, the 1957 Chevy was basically a carry-over from the highly successful 19 models.

1957 chevrolet transmission