Named after an upscale hotel, the Savoy was an entry-level or middle grade car in Plymouth’s full-size lineup in the 1950s (and through 1964). Sedans and wagons were the body styles (no hardtops or convertibles in this price range). Sporting “Forward Look” styling, this ’57 Savoy may have been in the same family for a long time but has likely been dormant for some period. Located in a garage in Lincoln, Nebraska, this finned Mopar is available here on Facebook Marketplace for $5,500. Thanks for the tip, T.J.!
The wild new styling of the 1957 Chrysler products played out especially well for Plymouth, which sold 762,000 automobiles that year. About a third of them were the Savoy, which was a step down from the Belvedere (and two steps down from the snappy new Fury). The 1950s was the era of the Space Age and no cars looked as futuristic as those built by the folks out of Highland Park. The main difference between the ‘57s and the ‘58s as the latter was treated to quad headlights.
This Savoy may be wearing what could be its original Sky Blue paint, though loads of patina abound. And there is no color at all to the front clip suggesting it may have been changed out at some point. We’re told the machine is complete and ready to be restored unless you thought it would best serve as a donor for a model with entry points. The odometer reads 30,000 miles, but we’re betting its well on its second time around. Rust does not seem to be an issue, which it was for a lot of the 1957-59 Plymouths.
We’re told the seller is assisting in selling the old car for another family. He/she has managed to get the engine to turn but hasn’t tried much more. A V8 sits under the hood, displacement unknown. And it has an automatic transmission, the first year for the TorqueFlite. The Plymouth carries vintage license plates, suggesting it may have been in a drivable state in somewhat recent times. And does it have factory air conditioning sandwiched in there? Also, are four doors too many to save this old girl?
This deserves to be saved. Especially if it is repainted yellow and in taxi trim, used as a movie prop. Doesn’t need more than a transplant, or use it for static display.
Probably a “lame” comment but just say “SHOW ME” and watch the magic happen. Okay guys just goofing around, yes it’s worth saving although I’m not sure many parts are available for those. I’ve never seen restoration parts for them but if a person had great fabrication skills and really good equipment in the shop she could live again. Yes worth saving
Save the sedans! They’re truely becoming the rare birds. Also, those look like 1958 quad headlights to me, though the taillights are definitely ’57.
1957 Savoys has quad headlights. I don’t know if they were different in 1958
You are correct! 1958 headlights! I saw a ’57 at a car show and called out the owner on the wrong headlights. He knew it was wrong. But complimented me on catching it. He had and showed the car for 8 years. And I was the first to catch it. And where is the A/C? No compressor and no evaporator/controls on the interior. No A/C hoses either. Yes, these had rust issues. The worst rust issue being the cross member that anchors the torsion bars. (Don’t ask me how I know!) Living in the rust belt you see that. It’s nice to see a ’57 Plymouth for a change. Dad had 2 new’57s (first one was stolen. Things like that happen when you live in the inner city of Chicago.) And then he liked them so much that he had 5 more over the years. (Dad loved tail fins and fiberglass)
Too expensive for a parts car, probably not enough interest from potential buyers to restore. It’s going to need everything, the problem is cars from this era, especially 4 doors, that have been restored and are turn key drivers can be found for not much more money. As prices drop for cars from this era, especially those without a strong following, late-50’s and earlier, cars such this will become value purchases, price and condition will matter more than make and model.
Steve R
Looks fairly solid, and rust appears to be at a minimum. Only 50 miles from my home too. Wish I could snag this but alas, the property tax man cometh in March! GLWTA!
The base model that year was the
Plaza. My Uncle had one in mint
green with a 6-cylinder with a 3-on-the-tree. Didn’t have a radio, so Unc’ had one put in. Almost bought a Savoy hardtop over in
Lake Alfred back in ’87. It was an
V-8/3-speed car. My wife put the
kibosh on that one saying that it
looked too much like Christine.
The guy also had a ’51 Studebaker there for just $800 and it ran and drove! She didn’t
let me have that one either. And
yeah, it needs to be saved– too bad I can’t be the one doing it!
Maybe at the beginning of the late 50’s and 60’s car resurgance in the late 80’s/early 90’s..but in the 2020’s i think 4 doors are as desirable as 2 doors to the average classic car buff..I personally would take a 4 door over a 2 door as a daily classic driver simply for the convenience..lol
I think it should be saved and enjoyed as some people either like or dislike 4 doors, either way it is still good old american car that has survived the times and it is a V8 with A/C.
No A/C!it’s a lie!
301. Every V8 for Plymouth in 1957 was a 301. Only difference was a @bbl @ 215 hp, or a 4bbl @ 235 hp. Only automatic was the 2 speed Power Flight.
Super rare to see a Mopar from ’57, still in original faded paint, with NO RUST-THROUGH!
Thank you I could not remember if they were 301s or 318 Polys. Had a 315 in a truck once, actually was pretty nice. Lost it while I was in the service. My folks loaned it to my stupid cousin one weekend and he ran it into a tree. 12 months thinking about that truck, heck any vehicle, and I came home to nothing. No welcome from the public, or my beloved truck.
Long overdue, but a grateful nation thanks you and all of the others who recieved poor shakes for gratitude and respect at the time. Sorry to hear about your truck. Knew a Navy fellow, many years ago, with a similar story regarding his candy red 66 Mustang.
Looking again my mistake it does not have A/C
The Scandinavians love these American cars, and they are OK with 4 doors (as am I). This car could end up in Sweden.
I paid 25.00 for a very similar a dodge coronet v-8 in 1971, drove it for two years and when it died took the paperwork and left it by the side of the road in Santa Cruz CA. Painted hospital hallway green by the previous owner with a brush…elegant and a hoot to drive- the power steering was awesome. one could sleep in the trunk.
Probably been smashed in the front. Would explain the 58 front clip!
if somebody had a convert, they may pay the price and use it for parts.
As with the limousines occasionally featured on here, this deserves to be preserved. The old vehicles, regardless of what they are, well…they’re just not making any more of them. This one is less than two hours from me, but I’ve already go a ’55 with a 241 v8/A323 PowrFlite that I’m working on. Hope someone revitalizes this and has it gracing car shows.
I had both a 58 belvedere and 57. The 57 inner light is a directional on the front single headlight. The 58 had dual headlights with directional between them. Also my 57 was a 318 with solid lifters from the factory. My 58 had a 61 413 with a 150 mph speedo. Restored both and sold them 35 yrs ago for 4500 and 6000. 58 was twin to Christine. Plate said po zessed. Peace!
In 60 Plymouth made available a 361 or 383 with Ram-induction. That option was named Sonoramic Commando with special badges on the front fenders. It was available in Savoy, Belvedere, & Fury including wagons. I know of a 2 door Savoy and a Fury Wagon, both with 383s.
What is it with Sweden and these big American cars?
Years ago I had a 65 Cadillac with 61,000 original miles. I also had a 69 Cadillac coupe and both of them were totaled in a flood after I parked them at the new place I bought a few months before. The insurance company took them away and later they were sold to a Ford dealership in Florida and they called me because I left my phone number and my name inside the air cleaner knowing it would be found by a mechanic and they told me both of them were being shipped to Sweden. It was a big loss to me.
I pampered those cars and took care of them for over 12 years and even put a crystal chandelier and wall sconces in the 65 as well as my original stereo I bought for my first car (a 65 Cadillac) in 1975!
It left a big hole inside of me.
Buddy Repperton sold separately.
1958 one yr only 350 with 2×4 in the furys can the bowtie guys dig it? Peace!