Sells at Barrett Jackson Scottsdale NO Reserve Saturday January 24th 2026 Lot #1295.1
Pro Built 1957 Bel Air known as “Wicked Bel.” No expense build from the ground up using the highest quality components available throughout. First in class winner at the 2024 Grand National Roadster Show with award included. Rides on a Roadster Shop REVO stage 3 Chassis optioned with the Pro Iron Case 9″ posi differential to handle the Bob Panella built 496 making nearly 600 ft lbs of torque. Panella built the engine to be powerful yet extremely street friendly despite its wicked look. He started with a GM block with 9.35.1 Howards forged pistons, Brodix fully polished BB2 heads, Bullet Hydraulic roller cam, ISKY roller lifter, and topped with a Borla Stack EFI induction with Holley Management system. Backed by a built fully electronic 4L80E that has an electronic “Slap Stick” shifter. Chassis by the Roadster Shop with rack and pinion power steering, adjustable coil overs at all 4 corners, heavy duty sway bars, and huge Wilwood 6 piston disc brakes. The interior was completely built out by Ciadella Interiors of Tempe, AZ. Stunning Leather and Suede adjustable bucket seats, Seat belts in all seating areas, console with hidden power window switches. and Dynamat insulation under the German Wool Carpets. Infinite “Reference” sound system. Vintage Air AC and heat keep the cabin comfortable. Dakota Digital Retrotech RTX gauges are dialed in and showing only 20 miles on this fresh show winning build. Stunning paint and body in PPG “Octane Red.” All gaps were massaged to perfection, bumpers were narrowed and fit to car, and the PPG paint was fully sanded and buffed to a mirror finish. Undercarriage is as detailed as the top side with no details overlooked on this truly Wicked Bel Air.
