Known affectionately as the Bankers Hot Rod, the 1957 Chrysler 300C series epitomized the pinnacle of the famous 300 letter-series cars. The stylish sheetmetal was so futuristic in design that it marked the debut of a Jet-Age tailfin styling trend that continued for years.

　　The aerodynamic ingenuity and impressive performance offered by Chrysler's 300C sent the competition scurrying for equally innovative engineering and improved performance. The 1957 300C broke numerous speed records, including the unofficial Stock Car record at 145.7 MPH, and set an average speed of 134 MPH at the Daytona Flying Mile. In addition, the 300C won both the NASCAR Grand National Stock Car and Womens National Speed Trial Championships that year. Excellent power was provided by a 392ci dual quad HEMI V8, which was mated to a Torqueflite push-button transmission.

　　Superior handling was produced by a combination of the revolutionary twin-parallel torsion bar front suspension, forward portion (forward of the rear axle) rear leaf springs that supported its low center of gravity design and rear tailfins (rear stabilizers); all of which contributed to the 300C being honored as Motor Trends Car of the Year in 1957.

　　This particular example received a body-on restoration with the 392ci 375hp HEMI V8, and Torqueflite transmission. The red exterior surrounds a leather buckskin interior, and door coverings are adorned with the 300 logo. Additional features include power steering, power brakes, power six-way front seat, power windows, Solex safety glass, rear defroster, upgraded lighting package, and AM Electro-Touch radio. The 300C is finished off with Kelsey Hayes wire wheels riding on wide whitewall radial tires. The piece is also registered with the Chrysler 300 Club International, and documented with a photocopy of the Chrysler factory data card.