1955 Ford Thunderbird Show Car Built For Ctci Concours Competition on 2040-cars
Morrice, Michigan, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:292
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Model: Thunderbird
Trim: convertible
Options: Convertible
Drive Type: automatic
Power Options: Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 63,100
Exterior Color: thunderbird blue
Interior Color: terqouise and white
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 8
up for bids is one of the finest 1955 thunderbirds around. this is a show car it was professional restored for CTCI concours competition at a cost of over $100,000 and that does not include the price of the car. due to health problems the car was never shown. the car was probably to nice to restore in the first place but I wanted a show car.it was restored to all original specifications.it spent most of its life in California,it has all its original sheet metal it was never wrecked or abused.it still has the original drive train. the body was taken off the frame and everything every componat including engine,transmission rear end every nut and bolt was restored to original or if it could not be restored it was replaced with original parts. no expense was spared. the under side of this car looks as good as the outside. milage is 63,000 which I believe to be original but I can not verify that. I was told I am the third owner. car has 292 engine automatic transmission power brakes power windows power seat.radio heater. it does not have power steering.i was told the original owner did not want power steering as power steering was prone to leaks. it has new stainless steel exhaust. both tops the convertible top is black canvas as used on all the show cars in ctci. it has never been up since restoring but is all new including weather strip.this car runs and drives as good or better than new. there is way to much to list. you will not find a better car for anywhere near my reserve price. my health forces me to sell and take a huge loss but my loss is your gain.i have a clear title in my name. I reserve the right to end auction at any time. please only bid if you are willing to buy don't waste your and my time. no joy rides. I will require a $1,000 non refundable deposit through paypal within 24 hour of auctions end the balance to be paid within seven days of auctions end or you will lose your deposit and the car will be relisted. I will answer any questions I can. contact me if you wish to make an appointment to inspect the car. you will not be disappointed in this car.
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