1957 Ford Thunderbird

History

The Thunderbird ("T-Bird"), was an automobile manufactured by the Ford Motor Company in the United States over eleven model generations from 1955 through 2005. When introduced, it created the market niche eventually known as the personal luxury car.

The Thunderbird was revised for 1957 with a reshaped front bumper, a larger grille and tailfins, and larger tail lamps. The 312ci V8 became the Thunderbird's standard engine, and now produced 245 horsepower. Other, even more powerful versions of the 312ci V8 were available including one with two four-barrel Holley carburetors and another with a Paxton supercharger delivering 300 horsepower.

VIN D7FH321382

The classic first generation Thunderbird entered its final year of production in 1957, and many enthusiasts consider these models to be the best of the series. Styling was freshened with an updated grille, along with a new rear end treatment allowing more storage and better handling. Dusk Rose is one of the most sought after colors today as seen here.

A framed picture, two 1st Place plaques, the original factory invoice and a binder with photos of restoration are included in the sale.

Mechanics

312ci V8 Engine – Y Block

Automatic Transmission

Ford 9” Open Rear End with 3.00:1 Gear Ratio

A/C

Holley 4bbl Carb

Power Steering

Power Brakes

New Dual Exhaust System

New Flex Lines

Polished Thunderbird Valve Covers

Exhaust Manifolds

Painted Heater Mechanism and Blower

Brand New Gas Tank

Body

Beautiful Dusk Rose Paint

Gorgeous Chrome Bumpers

Beautiful Grille

Emblems and Trim are in Great Shape

White Hardtop and New Black Soft Top

Doors Fit and Operate Properly

Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid

Fender Skirts

Frame has been Painted Black

Underside is Painted Body Color

All Original Floor Boards

Clean Wheel Wells

Solid Trunk with Nice Mat, Spare Tire and Jack

Kelsey-Hayes Chrome Wire Wheels

Coker Wide White Radials, 205/75/14 Front and Rear

Interior

Beautiful White Interior

Great looking Steering Wheel

Town and Country Radio Works, Except for the Search Feature

Air Conditioning

Floor Shifter

Beautiful Gauges

Black Carpet

Seat Belts

Beautiful Door Panels, Handles and Cranks

Dash is Gorgeous

Inside of Both Tops are in Great Condition

Horn Works

Tach, Speedo, Gas Gauge, Clock and Temp Work

Blower Works

Wipers Work

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