Vehicle Description
Go ahead and get excited, because your eyes aren't deceiving you.
This is a real-deal, documented E-code 1957 Thunderbird in an
awesome color combination. That means dual quads atop the 312 cubic
inch V8, and with that in mind, the restoration was carried out to
an extremely high standard. In a sea of early Thunderbirds, THIS is
the one to own.
It shouldn't surprise you that this car was restored to compete on
the show field, and we've never seen a 2-seat 'Bird as highly
detailed as this one. They stuck to the original specifications
with this one, giving it a coat of rather rare code N Gunmetal Gray
paint, as it was new, although the quality and shine are probably
better than new (and it's so fresh it hasn't even been cut or
buffed, so it can look even better!). For many, the '57 Thunderbird
is a favorite, with its more pronounced fins that were a part of
the 1950s automotive landscape. It's extensively and expensively
restored and the 174 miles showing on the odometer are since the
restoration was finished, so it's still very fresh. The chrome was
treated to show-grade refinishing, and every single component on
the car was buffed and shined before it was reinstalled; all of it
glitters no matter where you look. This is a very impressive
car.
The interior is restored to the same standards using correct Flame
Red vinyl that does a pretty good impersonation of leather. The
wide bench looks more like two close-coupled buckets and makes the
sporty T-Bird strictly a 2-seater. Everything inside has been
refinished to show standards, including the gorgeous door panels,
exceptional steering wheel, and precisely detailed gauges. It's all
quite correct, from the neatly clustered instruments to the floor
shifter for the Ford-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission. For
show purposes, there are no "updates" or modifications to any of
the interior systems, and even the original Town & Country AM radio
remains in its engine-turned panel in the dash. The only deviation
from stock are seat belts, but nobody will complain about that. And
yes, don't worry, this one comes with two tops, a color-matched
light gray hardtop with porthole and a beautifully fitted black
canvas convertible top with a crystal clear rear window. In back,
the trunk got larger for '57, and this one is fitted with a full
mat set and a jack assembly; it's just a spare tire away from the
show field.
As nice as it is, this Thunderbird's status is almost entirely due
to the E-code engine under the hood, complete with dual quads. With
270 horsepower, it was a neat experiment in creating a
Corvette-eater that could still cruise the streets of Beverly
Hills. Topped by the distinctive air cleaner, the 312 cubic inch V8
was fully rebuilt to stock specs and detailed with a factory
dress-up kit. Almost every detail is correct, from the hardware
securing the valve covers to the reproduction battery, and it runs
as it should with a healthy bark from the dual exhaust. You can see
bright red engine paint on the oil pan from below, and take a few
minutes to enjoy the fully detailed chassis that's ready for the
most demanding judges. Both power steering and power brakes make
this E-Bird easy to handle and for style, nothing compares to a set
of chrome wire wheels wearing 205/75/14 wide whitewall radials.
There are only a few Thunderbirds that are more desirable than
this, and they all have superchargers and giant price tags. If
you've been looking for the one of these to complete your
collection, this might be a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Call
now!