Vehicle Description
First generation Thunderbirds are all about style, and this 1955
T-Bird does it the best. With an unbeatable factory color
combination, amazing interior, immaculate V8 under the hood, and
overall exceptional clean presentation, this is desire on wheels.
It's so clean, and so well restored, it just might be the finest
first-year T-Bird we've ever had at Streetside Classics - it truly
is that nice!
These first-year Thunderbirds are true icons. It only gets better
when it's in the factory-correct color of R-code Torch Red. The
clean, bright, distinctive paint leaves a lasting impression that
complement's the Thunderbird's legendary long and chrome-laden
look. The car looks pretty original, which is the product of a
frame-off restoration that had the goal of making you feel like you
were picking this up from the Dearborn factory in '55. This is the
kind of appearance that will slow traffic especially with its new
contrasting black folding soft top in place - so you were not the
only one to stop and stare at this red T-Bird. Factory wheel covers
with red and chrome tie this package together perfectly.
Just as the cool whitewalls add a pristine touch to the red
exterior, the white accent color looks great with the red interior,
too. The overall effect is a striking combination that will have
people complementing you about how clean the interior looks, and
many will swear it's a custom creation (but it's actually
factory-correct!) Style and luxury were the true hallmarks of this
classic, and that's why it comes with rare features for its time
like the four-way power seat. The factory AM radio has been
converted to AM/FM and heat/defrost sliders are all displayed in a
machine-turned panel that flows across both doors and the dash.
This frames the power steering wheel, and above it is the nifty
speedometer that's lit from behind by a Plexiglas panel viewed
through the windshield. Just to the left of this is the tachometer
and to the right is the working clock. So yes, there was just as
much attention and investment in the interior as the exterior
during the full restoration.
The "Thunderbird Special" 292 cubic-inch V8 looks authentic right
down to iconic Thunderbird logo valve covers. Just like interior
and the exterior, the engine bay is expertly presented, so you know
it's ready for the car show. It's a powerhouse of a motor, but it
doesn't lose its luxury-minded attitude as it sweetly purrs through
bumper-mounted dual exhaust system. The three-speed automatic
transmission stays comfortable as it clicks through the gears
without a fuss. Plus, the power steering and supple suspension mean
this is great cruising classic.
We can show you all the documentation that comes with the sale such
as the restoration receipts, maintenance records, and owner's
manual, but really all you have to do is look at the undercarriage
photos. The immaculate condition of a place that hardly anyone sees
is a clear indication of thoughtful restoration and a cut-above
classic. This is the kind of car you can pick up from us on a
Saturday and win your first trophy on Sunday. So hurry before
someone else snaps up your perfect T-Bird. Call today!!!