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1957 Chevrolet Corvette "Fuelie" Convertible For Sale
An Investment-Grade Masterpiece Restored by Marquee Expert Vette Dreams
Engine: 283ci / 283hp Rochester Ramjet Mechanical Fuel Injection (Numbers-Matching)
Transmission: 3-Speed Manual Transmission
Mileage: 85 Miles Since Concours-Level Restoration
Exterior: Correct Onyx Black
Interior: Venetian Red Vinyl
Key Factory Options: Power Windows, Rare Functional Power Top, Factory Radio Delete
Presented here is an absolute pinnacle of American automotive history: a numbers-matching 1957 Chevrolet Corvette "Fuelie," freshly liberated from a no-expense-spared, body-off rotisserie restoration. Ridden with highly unusual factory option combinations, this mechanical masterpiece has traveled a mere 85 test miles since completion.
It was meticulously brought back to life by the legendary Dominick Salvemini of Vette Dreams Inc., widely regarded as one of the elite 1957 Corvette restoration authorities in the nation. This vehicle represents a rare convergence of apex engineering, striking factory colors, and flawless pedigree craftsmanship.
At the heart of this Corvette is its numbers-matching, ultra- high-performance 283 cubic-inch small-block V8. It is equipped with the revolutionary Rochester Ramjet mechanical fuel injection system, generating a legendary 283 horsepower. This configuration achieved the monumental automotive milestone of producing one horsepower per cubic inch.
The high-compression V8 breathes through correct mechanical lifters and channels its crisp throttle response through a standard 3-speed manual transmission, offering a pure, unadulterated 1950s sports car driving experience.
This Corvette is finished in its stunning, factory-correct combination of deep Onyx Black paint wrapped around a vibrant Venetian Red vinyl cockpit. The aesthetic is heavily accentuated by its highly uncommon, contrasting options list:
Factory Radio Delete: A nod to the pure-performance buyers of 1957, saving weight and cleaning up the dashboard layout.
Power Windows: A luxurious, highly sought-after comfort option for the era.
Rare Power Top:, which is an exceptional rarity for this notoriously complex mechanism.
No dollar was spared during the frame-off restoration process by Vette Dreams. The fiberglass body is laser-straight with razor-sharp panel gaps, while the undercarriage, suspension, and engine bay look exactly as they did rolling off the St. Louis assembly line in 1957. Every date code, casting number, inspection stencil, and hardware finish has been scrutinized to meet strict Bloomington Gold and NCRS Top Flight expectations.
With a premier pedigree from one of the country's finest builders, the ultimate engine configuration, stunning colors, and functional rare power assists, this 1957 Fuelie is a crown-jewel addition to any world- class collection. It is ready for immediate entry into the highest tiers of concours judging or to cross the block at a premier global auction.