Most of the time, limousines are known for focusing their attention on whoever is sitting in the back. However, with this one beginning life as an auto that’s become as iconic as the 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air, I’d be equally proud to be spotted behind the wheel here! To be so unusual, the seller doesn’t give us much of a lesson on how this one went from sedan to limo, but a company named Stageway is noted for producing a small number of similar coaches back in the day. That’s not to say for sure they’re responsible here, but whoever performed the stretch did a respectable job, and even now this one still looks pretty good. This unusual creation can be found here on Craigslist in South Milton, Vermont, with a price tag of $23,950. Many thanks are owed to reader T.J. for sending us the tip here!
It’s unknown what the original duties were that this tri-five was responsible for, nor is any information provided on whether this one has seen very much use lately. Regardless of its past, some good news is that the body seems to remain in nice shape overall, and with only four doors it likely didn’t serve as an airport transporter. Unfortunately, no photos from the engine compartment are provided, but the seller says it’s powered by a 350 that’s running well. Those emblems on the front fenders read Fuel Injection, however, details about exactly what’s under the hood are vague.
From the looks of the TV and the fact that there’s a VCR hooked up to it, I’m guessing this one might have had its most productive years during the eighties maybe into the nineties. The mileage is listed at 69,000, with the rear passenger area in about the condition I would expect for this amount of travel. It looks like there’s room for up to six occupants to ride comfortably in the back, sitting in a pair of bench seats facing each other. Of course, there’s also a bar, because any time is Happy Hour when you’re riding around in a limousine.
We only get to view this one shot from the driver’s area, with the steering wheel and in-dash Stereo among the visible aftermarket components. A few other accessories mentioned include mood lighting, a musical horn, and a moonroof. This one’s not quite perfect, but it’s probably good enough if you’re looking for something fun to promote your business, or perhaps just a large vehicle that’s sure to stir up a lot of attention wherever you go. Is this 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Stretch Limousine one you’d be interested in adding to your fleet?
Why do I expect a window unit in that side glass?
I’d like to hate this but I kind of love it..thinking it could make a great, very different camper or be a fun cuise for doing the rounds of the Sonoma Valley wineries. As said could be a good promotional vehicle ..I like it..
Note to the uninitiated: you don’t want a vehicle that attracts attention as a camper. Just sayin…
I think I met my 1st wife in there, all kind of fuzzy!
Price is at least double what I think its worth but this is a interesting machine.
The interior looks like it was pulled from a 1960’s basement rec room. Cheap unattractive worn materials with long obsolete electronics. The exterior has a backyard mechanic looking conversion. The price seems way, way out of line.
Best use for an obsolete tri-five Chevy.
needs flames