This is a very sexy car. Stylish lines and coveted in red lipstick!
Restored very nicely in and out. I drove it home and it really
impressed me. Rode smooth, functions very well and the optional
Thunderbird Special motor gave it all the power it needs. The clock
even works.
EXTERIOR: This has a really straight body. I don't see any rust,
damage or issues. It has optional fender skirts. The Signal Flare
red is polished smooth and glossy. Way Sexier than a 2 tone
red/white car. It looks like all the exterior chrome was replaced-
hood ornament, handles, trunk trim etc. Keystone rechromed the
bumpers and bumper gaurds. It has optional trunk mount antenna and
dual mirrors. It still has the original chrome dealer emblem on the
trunk. The stainless steel moldings down the side with the gold
inserts and optional rocker trim were replaced. The only trim
that's original is the windshield and vent window frames. The
windows fit nicely, windshield was replaced. It rolls on radial
whitewall tires with reproduction hubcaps. update Rechromed bumpers
and gaurds, new rocker moldings. The white convertible top was
replaced. The power top cylinders were replaced too.
INTERIOR: I am sitting in the car right now and it looks beautiful
to me. In front is a new optional padded dash that fits right. The
red metal trim has been repainted, the chrome knobs and bezels are
good originals. It has a retro stereo in the factory hole, new
glove box liner and the clock is working. The door panels are new
reproduction with the foil chrome trim. The handles, cranks and
armrests have been replaced. United Auto Trim stripped the seats,
repainted the framework, recushioned and upholstered them. They
installed the carpet and 3 yards of windlace. It has embroidered
floor mats.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: It has the optional Thunderbird Special which
is a 312 4 barrel engine making 245 horsepower. It now has an
upgraded Holley carburetor. Complete engine rebuild with itemized
receipt. It was bored 40 over, heads were rebuilt. Correct valve
covers with the Thunderbird Special call outs, correct air cleaner
was repainted. Fuel pump looks new, the engine bay is painted
nicely, battery is bolted down properly and has a disconnect
switch.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: It's all clean metal painted gloss red,
weatherstrip was replaced. The cardboard filler panels and the
trunk mat have been replaced. It has a jack and spare assembly.
Replaced custom made well liner.
UNDERSIDE: Overall it looks nice. Maintained as needed. The idler
arm bushings, 4 shocks, upper and lower balljoints were replaced.
The power steering control ram and hoses were replaced. It has a
new dual exhaust system with glass pack mufflers and optional tips.
Looking up at the motor it is still new looking. The Ford-o-matic
trans looks fresh too. The frame is rock solid. Floors were cleaned
and painted.
I like this one. The looks will grab you, the test drive will sell
you on it. Not every 57 needs to be Chevy!
I, Jay Grams, take pride in personally writing the descriptions for
virtually every car for about the last 30 years now. A significant
amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am offering is my
professional impression of the vehicle.
Our salesmen are happy to assist with descriptions and making sure
your questions are answered. One great suggestion is letting us do
a walk around video that explains the car's condition in
detail.
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Power steering
Power brakes
Electric wipers
Power top
Padded dash
Dual exhaust
Exhaust tips
Rear antenna
Rocker trim
Skirts
Dual mirrors
Radial whitewalls
Retro stereo
Clock
