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In ’56 the power pack had larger intake manifold, larger heads, different distributor weights and springs and higherĬompression ratio. Unlike the 1956 V8’s, the 1955 power packs only differed from the non-power packs in the dual exhaust and 4-barrel carburetor only. Here’s a little tidbit of knowledge for all of you motor heads: The very early 1955Ģ65 V8’s with stick shifts HAD MECHANICAL LIFTERS! All ’57 V8’s had the new distributor that had a little window on the side where you could adjust the dwell for the points. The only other 265’s were in the light-duty Chevrolet Trucks and they were painted a different color from the cars.Īll ’57 V8’s had Ram’s Horn exhaust manifolds. No, no, no the 265’s were in the ’57’s all year long IF, IF, IF the car had a two-barrel Carburetor with a straight stick transmission! That said, today a ’57 Ford has little value versus the Chevy’s with the exception of the hardtop convertible Ford. (There were at least three new additions to Chevrolet in 1957, they were 1-Fuel Injection, 2-Turbi Glide and 3-Posi Traction.)Īs much as we all like the ’57’s, it was actually 2nd to Ford in sales by a very slight edge. If we had a real detailed photo of the dash we could also see if there was a small plate on the dash that said if it also had Posi Traction as well. The Shifting lever appears to be in neutral so it could be a Turbo Glide transmission, but is most likely a Power Glide as that was by far the most popular transmission in the Bel Air models. The inside of the Nomad is too dark to see if there’s a clutch in it. (I noticed that I wrote 285 on a previous message which was a typo.

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If it had a 4-barrel with a manual transmission, then it would be a 283 regardless of the transmission. The ONLY way it could be a 265 in 1957 would be if it has a manual transmission. Overall, this looks like a great car that will probably command strong bidding as the auction draws to a close. The Bel Air trim looks like it is in amazing condition and would probably clean up well. The car would benefit from a good washing to see what’s actually underneath all that dust. The seller says there is some rust in the lower quarter panels, but based on the photos, it doesn’t look bad. Overall, it doesn’t look like it has been messed with and if it isn’t seized, it would probably run again with a little effort. If you are a keen-eyed reader and you think you know which engine this is, drop us a comment. The engine is either a 265 or 283 cubic inch V8. Unfortunately, since the car was inherited, there isn’t much information in the ad regarding the history of the car or why it was parked.Īs mentioned before, the ad does say the car is not currently running. It appears to be mostly original and probably has never been restored. The interior has the classic black and orange upholstery which goes great with the exterior color. The car doesn’t run, so the buyer should factor in transportation costs from its resting spot in Broomfield, Colorado.

The reserve hasn’t been met yet and you can guarantee the bidding will go way up from where it is now.

It can be found here on eBay with a current bid of $12,650, which seems pretty low considering the desirability of these cars. How high do you think it will get this time around?įrom 7/29/20 – According to the seller, this 1957 Chevrolet Nomad has been sitting in their uncle’s barn for 45 years! Their house was recently sold and the car was pulled out of storage and is now being offered for sale. Although it's comfortable, the back bench feels like an occasional seat, all the better to fold down and make room for surfboards.Update 9/4/20 – This Nomad has been relisted here on eBay. It feels taller than the front seat, 'auditorium' style like many modern SUVs.

Rear-seat entry is tight, and there are no armrests.

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Mechanical drum brakes demand driver diligence. The car's manual steering is perfectly fine on these skinny tires, even with inches of play transmitted through the huge steering wheel. The turquoise and cream waffle interior pattern (shared with '56 and '57 Corvettes) is like a Technicolor wonder, bright and optimistic. A column-shifted three-speed manual with overdrive replaced the Hurst three-speed floor shifter that Luke swapped in for the car's original Powerglide automatic in the late '60s. The 350 V-8 is strong and the clutch is light and progressive.

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With thin A-pillars and laminated rear side windows that slide open about eight inches, visibility is excellent. The Chevy feels tall and narrow from behind the wheel, its jet/bird chrome hood ornament leading the way.