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1957 Thunderbird 312ci V-8 on 2040-cars

Year:1957 Mileage:86868 Color: Turquois/white /
  Black/White
Location:

Sioux City, Iowa, United States

Sioux City, Iowa, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:312ci V-8 4 Barrel
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: D7FH376113 Year: 1957
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird
Trim: Convertible
Options: Convertible
Drive Type: Automatic
Mileage: 86,868
Sub Model: Convertible
Disability Equipped: No
Exterior Color: Turquois/white
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Black/White
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Here is an all original (except color) numbers matching solid T-Bird. Both tops. Automatic. See description for more details."

   Except for the color this is an all original numbers matching 57 Thunderbird.  The car was painted the current color sometime prior to 1974 when my wife's uncle acquired the car.  From the factory it would have been colonial white.  The original radio is still in the car and it works.  The original jack is in the trunk.  The gas gauge and temperature gauge are not working.  The wipers will not turn off when the motor is running (wipers have been removed but originals are with the car).  Someone apparently tried to re-glue or replace the padded dash and did not do a very good job on the right side.  Interior is still the original and shows the age.  I have not had the soft top up but it appears to be in good condition.  The rear window is clear and not cracked.  The car had been sitting since 2008.  It will start right up but does run a little rough and needs a good tune up.  The car could fit the description of being a "20 footer".  The transmission leaks fluid....seals have likely dried from not being driven.  The "Fordomatic" transmission shifts fine.  A careless hauler used a ratchet strap across the rear of the car resulting in damage to the paint slightly larger than a quarter in the middle of the trunk lid.  Overall the paint is fair.  I've found no rust on the body.  There is a small part of the front grill with some surface rust that re-plating or replacing would cure.  A little of the chrome shows some pitting.  Tires have aged (still bias ply) and need to be replaced.  If you are looking for a 57 Thunderbird that you can do some work on to make a nice driver or to fully restore this is a good choice.  I will assist with shipping but arranging for and paying for shipping will be the responsibility of the buyer.  A 10% deposit is required within 48 hours of the end of the auction.  Final payment due within 10 days of end of auction and to be by cash or Cashier's check only prior to pickup.  Prompt pickup is expected.....if not picked up within two weeks of end of sale deposit will be forfeited and this vehicle will be back on the market unless other arrangements have been made with me.  I am offering this car for sale outside of Ebay and reserve the right to pull this car from auction unless reserve price has been reached.  If you have additional questions you may contact me through Ebay.

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