Currently listed on AutoHunter is this 1957 Chevrolet Nomad. While the Nomad name was used for many years, the “true” hardtop wagon version was only produced for three years, with 1957 being the final iteration. This one is powered by a modified 400 small-block V8 hooked up to a Turbo Hydra-Matic transmission. Features include power front disc brakes, power steering, rear window slats, Billet Specialties wheels, and more. Painted bright blue with a blue vinyl and black cloth interior, this classic Tri-Five is offered by the selling dealer with a clear title.
The blue hue is complemented by a white anodized aluminum panel on the rear fenders. Other exterior features include gold anodized aluminum nameplates, crests, and front fender louvers, dual side mirrors, front bumper “Dagmars,” twin hood ornaments, and more. A set of 15-inch Billet Specialties wheels are wrapped in staggered-width BFGoodrich radials, 215/60 up front, 235/60 out back.
The interior features blue vinyl with black cloth seats. Other interior features include column-mounted automatic transmission shifter, power steering, clock, factory AM radio, and more. Rear window slats help keep things cool.
Instrumentation includes a 120-mph speedometer and gauges for the water temperature and fuel. There also is an aftermarket gauge under the dashboard. The odometer currently shows 2,641 miles, though the title reads mileage-exempt.
The 400ci small-block V8 is topped by a four-barrel carburetor and two chrome valve covers. Shifting comes from a three-speed TH400 automatic transmission.
The undercarriage features power front disc brakes and a dual exhaust system.
Only 6,103 1957 Chevrolet Nomads were built, so they lean towards the rarest of America’s perennial best-selling car. They are fantastic stock or modified, with this particular example being in the latter camp. Our AutoHunter Spotlight vehicle has had one owner since 1967, but now it’s your turn—bid now so you don’t miss the auction’s Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 12:30 p.m. (PDT) deadline!
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