Vehicle Description
1955 Ford Thunderbird 2dr Convertible
The now-famous 1955 Ford Thunderbird's origins came from the 1953
Ford Vega concept (not to be confused with the GM product of the
1970s). Ford's Vega was a one-off, but generated some interest,
which moved it from concept to reality as Ford's stylish two-seater
offering for the budding sporty two-seater market.
The Thunderbird was a more dignified, personal luxury cruiser. It
had roll-up windows and standard V-8 power. Other features included
a removable fiberglass top, a fabric convertible top, and fender
skirts for the rear wheels.
There was one engine for the first 1955 T-Birds, and it was the 292
cid Y-Block V-8 fitted with a single four-barrel carburetor. With
the standard 3-speed manual transmission, this engine made 193
horsepower. The exhaust pipes for the Thunderbird were integrated
into the rear fascia and above the rear bumper, giving it an
unmistakable Jet-Age look.
Recent mainteance/upgrades on this vehicle, harden valve seats,
rebuilt carb., new rear leaf springs, oil bath filter replaced with
paper filter.
EXTERIOR:
• Black
• Black Hard Top
• Wide white wall tires
• Rear fender skirts
INTERIOR:
• Black/White leather
• AM Radio
• White floor mats
• Seat belts
• Power seat belts
MECHANICS:
• 8-cyl. 292cid/198hp 4bbl
• Automatic
UNDERCARRIAGE:
• Clean
Call us at 941-355-1955, a live person answers the phones from 9am
- 9pm (EST)
Financing is available on our website
www.classiccarsofsarasota.com
We can ship this vehicle world wide door to door
Our indoor showroom is located at 7910 25th Court East Unit 107
Sarasota, FL 34243
