Vehicle Description
1957 THUNDERBIRD ROADSTER When GI's who fought in the European
Theater of World War II returned home, they brought with them fond
memories of the British two-seaters that were a common sight over
there. Some even managed to buy some and have them shipped home. It
was clear to Detroit that there just might be a market for an
American made version of the famed two-seater open car. The two
most famous of these were the MG-TC (and the later TD) and the
incredibly handsome Jaguar XK-120. Kaiser introduced the famed
Kaiser-Darrin in the early 50's and Chevrolet would follow next
with the legendary Corvette. Ford was not blind to Chevrolet's new
car, but chose to develop a car along a different path. It was
decided their car would be made of metal instead of fiberglass;
that it would be powered by a V-8 engine unlike the Corvette Blue
Flame Six"; and that it would feature roll-down windows and an
optional hardtop unlike the Corvette's snap on curtains. They
further decided that it would, as much as possible, utilize the
same tooling and parts interchangeability with the big Fords of
that era. This Magnificent Documented California Example is
finished in Beautiful Dusk-Rose (XE) with Beautiful White Interior,
Colonial White Hardtop, and White Soft Top. This Classic underwent
an "Open Check Book" Comprehensive Professional Restoration
including Exterior, Interior, Brightwork, Top, Brightwork, and
Mechanics. The "Dusk-Rose" Exterior Finish was "Special-Ordered" in
conjunction with Conventional Transmission, Overdrive, and Power
Steering. It comes with a comprehensive complement of amenities
including: Conventional Transmission 3 Speed Highly Desirable
Overdrive Option Functions as a "4th gear" for touring and fuel
efficiency Master Guide Power Steering Full instrumentation (all
functional) Factory Tachometer Auxiliary Gauge for Oil Pressure and
Amp Telescopic Lifeguard Steering Wheel o Fully Adjustable
Directional Signals Magicaire Heating and Defrost System
