My friends just retored a 57 Bel Air 4 dr last year and it cost a total of around $12,000. The car was an "in the family" one so no pruchase price to consider. They dropped in a new 350 but kept the 283 for later rebuild. Don't worry about parts. EVERYTHING is available. Don't freak when you realize repro stainless rear fender sweeps cost $485 each. This car is not a parts car. It is worth saving. The interior will cost a couple grand to do. That's the least of it.

While 4 doors are not worth what converts or 2-dr. HTs are, the value of the 4 dr. is far above what it will cost you to restore it. For $2,000 it is a steal!

Go to www.NADA.com and you'll see high retail price for a Bel Air 4 dr. reflects $28,100!! Average retail runs $16,700. Tri 5 Chevies are only going to appreciate in value too.