Poll: Which '57? (4/12/2026)

I know the '57 Bel Air has become a cliche. But cliches are what they are because they represent a concept or an era so well. My vote goes to the Chevy, with the Ford close behind. I love the Ford, but like a few others, I always thought the front clip, particularly the grille/headlight area, could have been better. 

@jkuvakas Your comment made me recall how many times I have seen posted comments here saying that certain cars (the '55 and '57 Chevy in particular) are thought less of or are less appreciated because they are so prevalent on our streets and definitely at shows.  I guess it's the old adage that familiarity breeds contempt and of course each to his/her own opinion, but I love the tri-five Chevys and never tire of seeing them...especially stock.

@georgeschire My understanding of the build quality issue at Chryco in the late 50s was across their lineup.  I recall early rust being complained about as well.

I choose the Plymouth by just a hair over the Ford. The Chevy = 👎 

Steve

@georgeschire I never said anything about them being well made, I was referring to the looks of their attributes such as their dash, Dodge [not necessarily '50's but, take '68 for example] compared to Plymouth or compare the back view, like comparing dog dish [also called poverty dish, which means cheap looking to me] caps to full wheel disk or even mags. Plymouth just looks cheap to me and I prefer a tiny bit more expensive look.

Compare '68 Road Runner to Super Bee:

Bruce; I get what you mean about the comparison between a '68 Roadrunner and a Dodge Coronet.  IMHO the Coronet looks far better quality but it's likely just the cosmetic extras like the grille and tail lights and interior trim......oh and the dog dish RR caps.

@brush Hey Brush, sounds like you would want a ‘57 Chev 210 series! Here’s a Black Widow.

I want one!!!

@georgeschire, easy. This is not a place to be confrontational, nor is it a place to call people out on their opinions.

This is tough. Chevrolet and Ford in a tie for 1st, Plymouth very close for 2nd place.