Vehicle Description
First generation Thunderbirds are all about style, and this 1957
T-Bird does it the best. Nicely restored back to its factory
original colors, re-chromed bumpers, and a well-maintained 312 V8
under the hood... this is desire on wheels. And while it's still
priced for the distinction crowd, it is far more affordable than
you would believe a Thunderbird of this caliber would be.
One of the world's most beloved cars, there's just no way to make a
'57 Thunderbird look bad. But when you get it right, they can be
downright amazing. The professional repaint of the factory-correct
code-Y Inca Gold looks stunning. It's set off with uniform gaps all
around (particularly the hard-to-fit doors), and the optional
fender skirts make it look long and sleek. The big bumpers have
been re-chromed so that this roadster can truly present it
brightest personality, and in a true touch of class, the exhaust
still exits neatly through the rear bumper. The bright factory
wheel covers with white F-O-R-D centers look great and match
perfectly with the color matched wheels behind it and the whitewall
tires. But what the white in the wheel and tire combo really does
is make sure this car looks fantastically coordinated with the
porthole hardtop is in place.
Inside the gold and white theme continues with an addition of black
where you really want it. Style and luxury were the true hallmarks
of this classic, so you'll love showing off how the black and white
on the seats seamlessly matches the door panels. When you sit down
you see all the original components like the heat/defrost controls
and clock displayed in an engine-turned panel that flows across
both doors and the dash. This frames many of the intricate styling
touches such as logo embossed side panels and the white/chrome
steering wheel. Beyond that you could see the Thunderbird was
getting serious about competing with the Corvette by its full gauge
package, including the large speedometer prominently in the
center.
The larger D-code "Thunderbird Special" 312 cubic-inch V8 was a
nice option in '57, and it only gets better when you know this
motor only has about 8,000 miles on it since a complete overhaul.
Ford red paint on the block and the chrome air cleaner looks great
in a very authentically presented engine bay. All of this should
tell you that you're looking at a Thunderbird that's not just meant
for Sunday car shows, but also it's idea for Sunday drives, too.
That's why you get easy driving features like power steering,
Ford-O-Matic auto transmission, and highway-friendly rear
gears.
Thunderbirds have a cool cruising attitude for people of
distinction. That's why this sale also comes with items like the
'57 Florida plate and a restoration book that includes how it was
painstakingly taken from a too bold red back to the original
subtlety elegant Inca Gold. Who knew fine vintage motoring could be
this affordable. Call today!!!