1957 Buick Roadmaster Performance Engines

Keep Your 1957 Buick Roadmaster in Top Shape with a Quality Performance Engine

When it comes to maintaining or upgrading your 1957 Buick Roadmaster, choosing high-quality parts is crucial for ensuring your vehicle stays in top shape, whether you’re tackling a repair or enhancing performance. At Advance Auto Parts, we know how important it is to find the right Performance Engine for your Roadmaster. We currently carry a top Performance Engine in stock that is built to last. Whether you’re replacing a damaged Performance Engine or looking to upgrade, our selection for the 1957 Buick Roadmaster ensures you’ll find exactly what you need to keep your vehicle looking and performing its best.

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And while you’re here, don’t forget to check out related part categories like Performance Fuel Systems and Performance Ignition Products to complete your upgrade or repair project. At Advance Auto Parts, we’re proud to offer the parts and expertise to keep your 1957 Buick Roadmaster running smoothly and looking great.

Essential 1957 Buick Roadmaster Performance Engines

Competition Cams – Mutha’ Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-601-4)

Mutha' Thumpr 235/249 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$350.99
HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Mutha’ Thumpr: High performance street/strip, needs 9:1 compression, 2500+ stall, intake, gears and headers, rough idle.
  • 287/305 Advertised Duration, 235/249 Duration @ .050″, .489″/.476″ Lift, 107 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Big Mutha’ Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam (Part No.12-602-8)

Big Mutha' Thumpr 243/257 Hydraulic Roller Cam

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$549.99
Designed to deliver an aggressive, hard-hitting exhaust note at idle, the Thumpr camshaft series from COMP Cams also delivers excellent horsepower gains and a broad torque curve. A perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.

Product Features:
  • Early intake valve opening and long exhaust duration create optimum overlap for powerful, hard-hitting exhaust note.
  • Best with aftermarket converters and more rear gear.
  • Three unique cam designs for each application that deliver excellent horsepower gains and broad torque curve; perfect choice for muscle cars and street rods.
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Competition Cams – Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-211-2)

Magnum 224/224 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$254.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: High performance. Biggest cam with stock converter but better with 2000+ stall. Use lower gears. Mild rough idle.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Magnum: High performance. Biggest cam with stock converter but better with 2000+ stall. Use lower gears. Mild rough idle.
  • 270/270 Advertised Duration, 224/224 Duration @ .050″, .470″/.470″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
  • Can be used with mild ratio rocker arms and traditional performance valve springs.
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Competition Cams – Magnum/Drag Race 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-214-4)

Magnum/Drag Race 253/253 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$288.99
HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Pro Street/bracket, limited street driving. Intake, gears, 3500+ stall. Racy idle. 10.5:1 compression. OR Drag Race: 3500-4000 stall or 4 speed with 11:1+ compression.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Magnum: Pro Street/bracket, limited street driving. Intake, gears, 3500+ stall. Racy idle. 10.5:1 compression. OR Drag Race: 3500-4000 stall or 4 speed with 11:1+ compression.
  • 305/305 Advertised Duration, 253/253 Duration @ .050″, .525″/.525″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
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Competition Cams – Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam (Part No.12-246-3)

Xtreme Energy 230/236 Hydraulic Flat Cam

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$258.99
HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Very strong mid-range torque and throttle response, 2200+ stall.

Product Features:
  • HYDRAULIC – Xtreme Energy: Very strong mid-range torque and throttle response, 2200+ stall.
  • 274/286 Advertised Duration, 230/236 Duration @ .050″, .490″/.490″ Lift, 110 Lobe Separation
  • Valve spring upgrade required
  • Best performance with aftermarket intake manifolds, headers, lower gear ratios etc.
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Most Popular Performance Engine Camshaft for 1957 Buick Roadmasters

Enhance your 1957 Buick Roadmaster with this popular Performance Engine Camshaft we have in stock, for $683.99.

Competition Cams – Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead (Part No.91-600-5)

Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead

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$683.99
Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead

FAQs for 1957 Buick Roadmaster Performance Engines

What’s the price range for 1957 Buick Roadmaster Performance Engines?

We currently have just one Performance Engines for the 1957 Buick Roadmaster in stock: Classic Thumpr 227/241 Hydraulic Flat Cam for Buick 364, 401, 425 Nailhead and it costs $683.99.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for other Buick Roadmaster model years?

Yes, we carry Performance Engines for 6 model years of Buick Roadmasters between 1958 and 1996. The following model years are the most popular for Performance Engine purchases: 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992, 1991, and 1958.

Does Advance Auto Parts sell Performance Engines for any other 1957 Buick models?

Yes. We stock Performance Engines for 2 other popular 1957 Buick models. Some of the most popular are 1957 Century Performance Engines, 1957 Super Performance Engines, and 1957 Special Performance Engines.

What types of Performance Engines do you sell for my 1957 Buick Roadmaster?

We currently have just 1 Performance Engine in stock for a 1957 Buick Roadmaster, and as of 11/2/25, it is a Performance Engine Camshaft.

Can I get help with 1957 Buick Roadmaster Performance Engine orders?

Contact our customer support team by chat or phone, through the help desk page, where you can find instant answers about Buick Performance Engines and more.

What is your return policy for Buick Roadmaster Performance Engines?

Advance Auto Parts keeps returns simple. For new Buick Roadmaster Performance Engines and accessories, your online orders can be returned, in their original condition, within 45 days. For requirements, see the returns page.