Vehicle Description
First generation T-birds are all about style, and this 1957 Ford
Thunderbird does it the best. With an unbeatable factory color
combination, amazing interior, and a rebuilt V8 with only about 100
miles it, this complete package is desire on wheels.
One of the world's most beloved cars, there's just no way to make a
'57 Thunderbird look bad. But when you get it right, they can be
downright amazing, and the high-quality finish on this two-seater
is a testament to a life well lived. The professional repaint of
the factory-correct code-A Raven Black has a near mirror-like
quality when the sunshine hits the scooped hood. It's set off with
uniform gaps all around (particularly the hard-to-fit doors), and
the optional fender skirts make it look long and sleek. Nice chrome
accentuates this '50s icon, and the exhaust still exits neatly
through the rear bumper. The bright factory wheel covers with white
F-O-R-D centers look great, and match perfectly with the whitewall
tires. Plus, you have the choice between a folding black
convertible roof for when weather unexpectedly turns bad, or the
matching black hardtop with iconic portholes gives it a great coupe
silhouette.
Red interiors always look fantastic on black cars. In fact, the
factory-correct Flame Red has so much style, just looking at this
T-bird it radiates like liquid-hot lava ready to overflow the
moment you open the door. Style and luxury were the true hallmarks
of this classic, and that's why it came with rare features for its
time, like the power windows. Not only do those function perfectly,
but so do other original components like the heat and defrost. It's
all displayed in a machine-turned panel that flows across both
doors and the dash. This frames many of the intricate styling
touches such as logo embossed side panels and red/chrome steering
wheel. Beyond that you could see the Ford Thunderbird was getting
serious about competing with the Corvette with its full gauge
package, including the large speedometer prominently in the
center.
When you open the hood, you'll appreciate seeing nice elements like
the pie dish air cleaner, big red block, and Thunderbird-specific
valve covers. But beneath the aesthetics of that great looking
engine bay (do you see the date stamps, too!?) is some real
substance. This 312 cubic-inch V8 codes back correctly to 1957, but
it was rebuilt around 100 miles ago to include hardened valve
seats, bored block, new pistons, and a new cam. It inhales deeply
through a four-barrel carburetor and exhales with authority through
an enhanced dual exhaust system. But this is no muscle car. So
while you can get some serious performance out of the three-speed
manual transmission; you also have the control to settle into the
nice and comfortable ride provided by Ford's personal luxury
convertible.
Complete with owner's manual, this is the last year for the
first-generation T-bird. And with stunning looks and compete
control over the rebuilt V8, this final-year two-person icon is
presented in the best way you could ever want. Call today!!