The Thunderbird was introduced in 1955 as a 'Personal Car of
Distinction". The original Gen 1 design was built for three years,
benefiting from performance and cosmetic upgrades each year. The
1957 T'Bird was a sales success with over 21,000 units delivered.
This fully restored (2008) '57 Thunderbird has been possessed by
the current owner for 15 years and is a stunning example of that
first generation model. The T'bird is striking with a professional
re-spray of Coral Sand (code Z) accented by the newly designed
front/rear fascias, rear fender skirts, excellent chrome and
wide-white radials mounted on steel wheels w/factory wheel covers.
A removable Colonial White 'porthole' hardtop is paired with a new
manual black soft top. The interior was carefully restored with new
pleated Raven/Colonial White upholstery. Door cards, dash and
carpeting are all in very good condition. A beautifully redesigned
'57 instrument cluster with round gauges accents the seating area.
Features include a 'deep-dish' telescopic wheel, power seat, power
windows and factory AM radio - it is a very cool space.
The detailed engine compartment appears to be virtually original.
Power is furnished by what is said to be a matching-numbers
Thunderbird 312ci Y-block (D code) rated at 245hp. It is said to
have never required a rebuild and is fitted with the factory
'Engine Dress-up Kit' that adds an over-sized air cleaner assembly
and chrome/cast accents. The original Holley 'teapot' carburetor
has been replaced with a modern Holley 4-barrel that is mounted on
the factory manifold. Factory exhaust manifolds have been retained
and electrics are managed by a 12V generator system. This Y-block
is backed by a 2-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission and
original differential gearing was 3.70:1. The clean chassis is
equipped with power steering, manual drum brakes and a new fuel
tank. This classic Coral Sand Thunderbird belongs in your
collection. ALL VEHICLES SOLD "AS IS".
Vehicle Details
1957 Ford Thunderbird
Listing ID:CC-1999411
Price:$48,995
Location:Concord, North Carolina
Year:1957
Make:Ford
Model:Thunderbird
Exterior Color:Coral Sand
Interior Color:Black/White
Odometer:86427
Stock Number:4087
VIN:D7FH154881
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