Vehicle Description
Proud to bring to market here at the GR Auto Gallery is this period
correct first year Thunderbird. Ford's answer to the very popular
Corvette, the Thunderbird had to not only put Ford back on the
radar for the people that wanted a roadster but also one that had
some power. The first year the T-Bird out sold the smaller corvette
almost 23-1 ratio. Ford not only wanted a sporty roadster, but a
car that was enjoyable to drive. Success was multiplied with the
performance and style that left dealerships begging for more
inventory in the mid to late 50's.
The 1955 Ford Thunderbird offered here has been under the same
ownership for over 50 years. It has recently been treated to a
complete restoration approximately 12 years finished in its rare
and desirable factory color combination: Goldenrod Yellow over
Black and Yellow two tone interior. The car is highly optioned,
powered by its 292 cubic inch V8 with 2 speed automatic
transmission and rear wheel drive. Factory options include: Power
steering, power brakes, power windows, power seat, AM radio,
tachometer, fender skirts, etc.
Cosmetically, the car is outstanding. The two tone interior
features excellent seat upholstery, excellent dash top with tooled
aluminum dash fascia and door trim, excellent original gauges,
newer carpet, etc. The Goldenrod Yellow exterior paint is flat,
glossy and shows an outstanding finish, the engine compartment is
highly detailed with including all new lines, hoses, fittings,
belts and so on, and the frame and underside are restored including
all new suspension and suspension components including new shocks,
bushings, seals, and so on. The convertible Hartz cloth softtop is
new and excellent and the car comes with a matching hard top with
signature "port hole" window. As a finishing touch, the car has
been fitted with Kelsey Hayes wire wheels with wide white wall
tires.
The first generation Thunderbirds are an American icon and on the
must have list of any collector. The car offered here in its rare
color, high options, mechanical fitness and restoration quality is
one to consider.
To see over 80 photos of this car, including under carriage please
visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.