Vehicle Description
Ford was looking for something to compete with the Chevrolet
Corvette which started to show quickly as a popular segment but
didn't want to pursue the sports car necessary but created a
segment all of its own. With the clever marketing plan in place,
Ford began the production of the Ford Thunderbird in 1955 as a
Personal Car segment and although it was very much sporty
two-seater convertible just like the Corvette, it paid more
attention to luxury and comfort more so than the competition. This
model did not inherit its second row of seats until 1958 and from
there it slowly but surely grew in size, generation after
generation until 1977 when the larger cars lost their popularity in
the market. The Thunderbird was one of the longest lasting nametags
for Ford and started strong by selling 23 models for every one
Corvette sold when it first hit the market. The only changes
completed between its inception model to the 1956 was moving the
spare tire to a continental-style rear bumper in order to make more
room within the trunk.
GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this 1955 Ford Thunderbird
for consideration. This vehicle is coming to you in a custom white
and silver exterior paint job (urethane) and is paired to a red and
white vinyl interior that is done up just right. Some key features
on this Thunderbird include; rebuilt 292ci engine, 2 speed
automatic transmission, dropped spindles, lowering blocks (3"
front, 2" rear), power disc / drum brakes, power rack & pinion
steering, dual exhaust, Goodyear tires, 18" Coys wheels, tube
grille, louvered rear panel, narrowed/tucked bumpers, narrowed 50
Chev rear license frame, newer convertible top and frame, matching
hard top with new seals, leather covered steering wheel, 12 volt
wiring, newer battery, new gas gauge and sender 12 volt. From
behind the wheel this vehicle starts and drives great and with its
removable hard top in excellent condition, this is the best of both
worlds. Call or email us today for more information on this very
unique 1955 Ford Thunderbird.
To see over 80 photos of this car, including under carriage please
visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.