Vehicle Description
Highly documented and nicely restored, this 1957 Ford Thunderbird
gets its fundamentals quite right. But really the reason why you
stopped on this T-bird is because there's nothing more beautiful
than Ford's iconic personal luxury cruiser finished completely in
red and chrome.
The high-quality finish on the factory-correct code-V Flame Red is
a testament to a life well lived. In fact, this T-bird received a
thorough restoration at about mid-life, and it has been cared for
correctly ever since. But on a car like this it makes sense. 1957
was arguably the best year for the first generation with the
cleanest design of the trio, and this bright shade of red was
offered for one-year only. Plus, you have all the right features
you want on this car, including the porthole hard top, fender
skirts, and the dual exhaust that still exits through the rear
bumper. And speaking of that intricate bumper, there was clearly an
investment in the chrome work, which also includes the front
grille, pointed & curved front bumper, and those jet-like
taillights. Finishing off this total package are a great set of
14-inch wire wheels and whitewall tires, which of course, belong on
a pristine classic like this one.
Inside the same red and chrome appearance continues on the seats,
doors, and dash. The full interior/exterior coordination makes this
Thunderbird a real class act with the top on or off. Overall, style
and luxury were the true hallmarks of this classic. We love the
stylized touches like the engine-turned panel that flows across
both doors and the dash. This frames great original features like
the heater and optional Town and Country radio. While this is
Ford's personal luxury car, the Thunderbird was getting serious
about competing with the Corvette with its full gauge package,
including the addition of a tach as well as a large speedometer
prominently in the center.
Under the hood is the "Thunderbird Special" 292 cubic inch V8. It
was rebuilt during restoration, and it carries a fantastic
presentation today. Bright red engine paint was a Thunderbird
design statement, along with the bright chrome air cleaner and
gorgeous cast aluminum valve covers that were part of a dress-up
kit. Add in the gloss black elements, and you've got an engine bay
that you'll be proud to show off. Even the undercarriage still
looks fantastic! But more than just something for eyes to enjoy, a
true classic T-bird is meant for cruising. The V8 purrs sweetly
through the dual exhaust system as you go down the road. Plus, as a
true personal luxury vehicle, the Ford-O-Matic automatic
transmission and power steering makes driving effortless. So
there's nothing stopping you from going out an enjoying this icon
every weekend.
This sale comes with all the right materials for a classic of this
caliber, including the original window sticker, title
documentation, owner's manual, build/maintenance receipts, tonneau
cover, and a large restoration photo file. This is a fantastic
representation of a bold and rare icon, so don't miss your fleeting
opportunity. Call now!
