1957 210 TOWNSMAN STATION WAGON, VCCA JR & SR AWARDS

 VIN:  VB57L188279

 MILES:  99,999  

Price:    $32,900

     

Beautifully Restored,

Award Winning Wagon

 VEHICLE DESCRIPTION:

 OWNER HISTORY:   The current owner (and his wife) purchased this beautiful Townsman Station Wagon in 2005.  Being Chevy fans they started taking it to VCCA (Vintage Chevrolet Club of America) shows.  Over the years they worked their way up from a Junior Award Winner, to a Senior Award Winner, to a Preservation Award Winner.  It has been featured in the VCCA and Snap-On Tools calendars.  Life has changed and they do not have the time to dedicate to this car so it is time for another caretaker to own and enjoy this beautiful Townsman Station Wagon. This car is a real head turner with the two-tone paint in dusk pearl and ivory.  They do not get much better than this for perfection and originality!  And…….. it is ready to go with a recent oil/filter service, new plugs and a Petronix distributor upgrade.  

During their ownership they replaced or repaired the following:

 Ignition Switch & Bezel                                 Turn Signal Canceling Cam

Sunvisor Sleeve                                            Headlight Switch

Front/Rear Seat Belts                                   Seat Belt Reels

Horn Center Emblem                                    “Body By Fisher” Sill Plates

Upper Radiator Hose                                   Radio Speaker

Air Cleaner Decal                                         Dash Bezels (Wiper, Lights, & Lighter)

Jacking Instruction Sticker                           7.50-14 WWW Tires

Engine Oil Pan                                              Remote Oil Filter Conversion

Electric Windshield Wiper Unit                    Speedometer

Kick Panels                                                   Exhaust System

 MARQUE HISTORY:  For 1957 Chevrolet had three Series of cars. The 150, the 210, and the Bel  Air.  The mid-range 210 had the distinctive side trim associated with the popular ’57 Bel Air, along with richer looking interiors.  The 210 series looked more Bel Air like, especially when done in the optional two-tone color scheme.  The 210 was the most popular Chevrolet model because it offered more luxury than the 150, and was less expensive than the Bel Air.  1957 was the first year a small block 283 V8 was offered in the 210.  As in 1956, all Chevrolets with V8 power had large, V-shaped hood and deck lid ornaments. 

 INCLUDED WITH PURCHASE:  Rubber Front/Rear Floor Mats, Dusk Pearl Touch Up Paint, Reproduction Owner’s Manual, Rear Cargo Carpeted Mat, Trophies, Awards, VCCA Judging Sheets, Current Owner Receipts, Replacement Tailgate Cable, Original Oil Filter Canister, 1957 Chevrolet Service Manual.

 SPECIFICATIONS:  283CI, 4-Bbl. Carburetor, 220 HP, OHV, V-8, 9.5:1 Compression, Turboglide Transmission (currently a Powerglide), Dual Exhaust, 3450 Pound Curb Weight, 115” Wheelbase, 200” O/A Length.

 OPTIONS:   Power Steering, Tinted Glass, Two-Tone Paint, Power Pack V8 Engine.

 

BY THE NUMBERS  

VIN (VB57L188279) DECODED:

V = V-8 Engine

B = 2100 Series

57 = 1957 Model Year

L = Los Angeles Assembly Plant

188279 = 88,278th Produced  

DATE PLATE:

Style – 57-1062F = 1957 Series 2109, 4-Dr. 6 Passenger Wagon

Body No. – VN 7974 = 7,974th produced at the Van Nuys Fisher Body Plant  

Trim No. – 660 = Ivory Vinyl W/Charcoal Pattern Vinyl

Paint No. – 822C = Dusk Pearl & Imperial Ivory Two Tone

ACC. – EZ1 = Tinted Glass       

ENGINE BLOCK STAMPING (F625GC):

F = Flint , MI Engine Plant

625 = June 25th Production Date

G = Turboglide Transmisison

C = 283CI V8, 4 Barrel Carburetor

 Call Jeff at 419-344-0319 ( Mobile ) or 419-353-8338 (Office) or email me jsnook@wcnet.org for more information or if you have any questions.

 

 VEHICLE CONDITION: 

 We drive each vehicle and do a mechanical/cosmetic inspection before listing it for sale.  This report is included below will provide a reasonable description of the vehicle condition.  Older vehicles are subject to normal wear and tear and we have tried to indicate the overall condition of the vehicle to the best of our ability.  But, we can not always find everything that is not perfect with a vehicle, so independent inspections are welcome and encouraged.

 INSPECTION REPORT:  

Year

1957

Make

Chevrolet

Model

210 Townsman

4-Door Station Wagon

Ext. Color

Dusk Pearl /

Imperial Ivory

Int. Color

Ivory/Charcoal Pattern Vinyl

VIN

VB57L188279

Tire Info

Universal 7.50-14 Bias Ply

Odometer

49,185

Actual

N
                 

    KEY :     E = Excellent     G = Good     F = Fair     P = Poor

 INTERIOR

 

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Upholstery

X

 

 

 

 

Headliner

X

 

 

 

 

Floor Mats

X

 

 

 

Nice rubber “Chevy Logo” front and rear mats.

Carpets

X

 

 

 

 

Dash

X

 

 

 

 

Lights

X

 

 

 

 

Instruments

 

X

 

 

Clock is not working. Temp gauge works but vibrates.

Horn

 

X

 

 

Horn ring inoperable, replacement button under dash.

Rear Storage

X

 

 

 

Includes spare tire and jack.

Radio

X

 

 

 

Factory AM radio in working order.

    EXTERIOR

 

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Paint

X

X

 

 

Very nice with a few touched up spots and minor defects.

Body Panels

X

 

 

 

 

Bumpers

X

 

 

 

 

Trim

 

X

 

 

Few dents on side trim.

Floors

X

 

 

 

 

Sills

X

 

 

 

 

Tires

X

 

 

 

Bias ply tires.

Wheels/Hub Caps

 

X

 

 

Few small dents.

Glass

 

X

 

 

Looks like original with a few areas of edge delamination and some buffer marks on driver rear glass.

 UNDER HOOD

 

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Fluids

 

X

 

 

LOF service in 2010.

Belts

X

 

 

 

 

Hoses/Lines

X

 

 

 

 

Filters

X

 

 

 

Spin-on oil filter conversion.

Cooling System

X

 

 

 

Filled with Orange Dex-Cool “long life” coolant. Safe to -15 degrees F.

Charging System

X

 

 

 

 

Appearance

X

 

 

 

 

 MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL

 

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Engine

X

X

 

 

Starts easily, a little lumpy at idle, runs fine on the road.

Transmission

X

 

 

 

 

Electrical

X

X

 

 

Appears to have original rear harness.

Brakes

X

X

 

 

Non power brakes take a little effort.

Steering

X

X

 

 

A little vague on center with the bias ply tires.

Wipers

X

 

 

 

 

Lights

X

 

 

 

 

 UNDERCARRIAGE

 

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Leaks

 

X

X

 

Slight leakage at power steering control valve, differential pinion seal, transmission selector shaft, and front engine seal.

Rust

X

 

 

 

 

Exhaust

X

 

 

 

 

 MISCELLANEOUS

 

E

G

F

P

Comments:

Tailgate Cable

 

 

X

 

Should be one on each side, driver side is missing.  Replacement cable included.

   

TERMS OF SALE :  

A 25% deposit is required within 3 days from end of auction and full payment to be made within 10 from end of auction.  Payment to be made by cash in person, or bank to bank wire transfer only.  Personal, certified or bank checks are not accepted for payment.  Overseas shipments and/or finance documentation will require an additional $100 fee to cover the time and costs associated with either of these items.   

You are responsible for shipping.  Buyer to arrange, pay for, and have vehicle transported within 30 days from end of auction.  For an estimate of shipping costs, we suggest using eBay’s request for a shipping quote near the top of the listing.  You can also try this site to get additional quotes: http://gigamoves.com/   Just plug in our zip code (43402), your destination zip code, and some additional info for some online quotes.  Storage is available after the 30 days for $110/month.   

Please be aware you are buying this car “AS IS – NO WARRANTY”.  Vehicle is being advertised locally and the auction may end early if sold. 

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