Vehicle Description
1957 Ford Thunderbird
The Thunderbird and the Corvette have a long and sorted history,
with both initially competing for the same customer space.
Eventually the Corvette went to racing, and the Thunderbird became
the boulevard king. The ultimate get away car from the kids with
only 2 seats, as well as the option to have a hardtop traveler, or
a convertible cruiser, it became the "it" car for mid 1950's
suburbia.
If you're looking for a sweet 50s-era classic that's valuable, fun
to drive and has the ability to turn Main Street into an instant
classic car show then this is "it" for you. The consigner/builder
of this car put his heart and soul into this restoration, leaving
virtually no stone unturned. A labor of love that took all but 10
years, along with the post restoration years of enjoyment leaving
the kids behind and motoring with just him and his wife, they
created many memories with the fruits of his labors.
Exterior
Micrometer tolerance straight rust free, blemish free steel panels
covered in Ford Flame Red, clad the exterior of this car. A
matching hardtop with porthole window caps the interior passenger
compartment. All brightwork, and chrome bumpers are in excellent
condition. Chromed wire wheels with knockoff T bird hubs are seen
all around, and sport fat white sidewall striped tires. A cream
canvas convertible top in new condition can be popped up if you get
caught in a shower while motoring with the top down. All plastic
windows in the top are clear and blemish free. A gaze underneath
reveals all new mechanicals, pristine rocker arms, and floor pans.
Just like the topside...meticulously cared for and painstakingly
redone to the best of one's ability.
Interior
Mid fifties design drips from the interior, with a red, red, red,
electrically operated bench seat spanning from door to door. A red
vinyl padded dash, has more beautiful curves than a centerfold
model, and is highlighted with all correct gauges, levers, and
knobs, all within a brushed machined aluminum front dash. Plush red
carpeting with Thunderbird carpet floor mats, looks like it has
never seen the underside of a shoe. Door panels show power window,
and seat controls, as well as wind wings added to the doors. A
sweeping front windshield reminiscent of future bubble tops wraps
the drivers compartment. Trunk is adorned with typical Ford plaid
trunk liner, and it is in really good condition.
Drivetrain
This Thunderbird has a 312ci V-8, rated at 245 horsepower and an
automatic transmission This represented an increase in horsepower
from 202 in 1956. Stainless steel exhaust evacuates engine gasses
quicker than a passenger elevator in a high rise during a fire! 4
Wheel drum brakes are seen, on all corners, and a new aluminum
radiator has been installed.
If you want to be the star of that Main Street impromptu car show,
this award-winning, largely-original Thunderbird, backing a hot 312
cubic inch 245hp V8 with a correct Ford-O-Matic 3-speed, is
definitely your kind of classic! A consigner restored, and driven
here from out of state, actually brought a tear to his eye upon
dropping the car off. Guaranteed to turn your face in to a smile
when you are behind the wheel of this endearing automobile
classic.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 150 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. A 450 barn find
collection is currently also on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.