Following on the heels of the dual-quad, small-block V-8 engines and hot Duntov cam offered for the 1956 Corvette, big news for 1957 came in the form of the enlarged 283 CI V-8 engine and not one, but four optional fuel-injected engines. A newly available 4-speed manual transmission, heavy-duty racing suspension and Positraction rear axle helped maximize the Corvette’s newfound potential. As the fruition of Zora Arkus-Duntov’s tireless development work, the 1957 Corvette marks a crucial turning point in the Corvette’s racing and sales success, including a class win at the 12 Hours of Sebring and achievement of the SCCA B/ Production championship for 1957. One of only 319 examples produced in its correct color combination of Cascade Green paint with beige coves, soft top and interior, this 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is one of just 284 produced with the Rochester fuel-injected 283/250 HP engine and one of 664 produced with a 4-speed manual transmission—two firsts in Corvette history. Powered by a matching-numbers, fuel-injected 283/250 HP V-8 engine and 4-speed manual transmission, this 1957 Chevrolet Corvette is offered with 82,037 indicated miles and benefits from 13 years of care under the previous owner. It is the product of a body- off restoration performed to high standards at 81,000 miles with exceptional panel fit and a superbly presented engine compartment and undercarriage. Desirable features include a 4.11 Positraction rear end, the off-road exhaust system, a beige soft top and proper steel wheels mounting hubcaps and 6.70x15 whitewall tires. Most all factory-correct components are present, including the spare, jack, jack tools, trunk mat, trunk liner, rebound straps, shifter, shielding, air cleaner, No. 043 generator, No. 905 distributor, spark plug shields, hoses, hose clamps, tubular throttle rod, hood alignment blocks, valve covers, hood pop-ups, No. 4520 fuel-injection unit, fuel-injection fuel filter, radiator, guide Y-50 mirror and T3 headlights. Accompanying items include an owner’s manual and sales brochure. This handsomely restored, first-generation Corvette has yet to be shown, creating an exciting opportunity for the next owner to exhibit the car and compete for trophies, awards and recognition within the Corvette community.
