Vehicle Description
Ford was looking for something to compete with the Chevrolet
Corvette which started to show quickly as a popular segment but
didn't want to pursue the sports car necessary but created a
segment all of its own. With the clever marketing plan in place,
Ford began the production of the Ford Thunderbird in 1955 as a
Personal Car segment and although it was very much a sporty
two-seater convertible just like the Corvette, it paid more
attention to luxury and comfort more so than the competition. This
model did not inherit its second row of seats until 1958 and from
there it slowly but surely grew in size, generation after
generation until 1977 when the larger cars lost their popularity in
the market. The Thunderbird was one of the longest lasting nametags
for Ford and started strong by selling 23 models for every one
Corvette sold when it first hit the market. The only changes
completed between its inception model to the 1956 was moving the
spare tire to a continental-style rear bumper in order to make more
room within the trunk.
GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this thoughtfully restored
example of the 1955 Ford Thunderbird for your consideration.
Featuring what is believed to be the original 292 V8 engine mated
to its smooth shifting 2-speed automatic transmission that has just
recently been rebuilt, this vehicle has clearly had a lot of love
and attention to the drivability. Featuring a beautiful red
exterior and red hard top, this vehicle gives you the best of both
worlds and is sure to pull attention to it wherever you take it.
Many improvements have been made to this sharp ride including a 12
volt conversion, tell-tale signs of a full engine rebuild prior to
its current owner who has had It for the last couple years, all
gauges work like new, a retro styled modern radio installed,
rebuilt speedometer, new stainless steel gas tank, new exhaust and
fresh light bulbs and lamps. The interior is standing tall with its
classic red and white vinyl seating, the power windows work great
and not enough can be said for how little to no work is left for
its next lucky owner. With all the drivability intact, the looks
you hope to find in a first generation T-bird and a full
professional detail completed, call or email us today for more
information on this fine ride!
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.