1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE
1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE
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1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE
High Bidder: FramerFred
No Reserve
Winning Bid: $50,000 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Seller:
Engine:
312ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
360 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
D7FH211145
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
79074973
Location:
Scottsdale, Arizona 85260
Seller:
Engine:
312ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
360 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
D7FH211145
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
79074973
If a bid is placed within the last minute of an auction, an additional minute is added to ensure all bidders have a fair chance to bid. Bid carefully. Please complete your vehicle due-diligence prior to bidding. Bids are binding and by placing your bid you agree to our User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
If a bid is placed within the last minute of an auction, an additional minute is added to ensure all bidders have a fair chance to bid. Bid carefully. Please complete your vehicle due-diligence prior to bidding. Bids are binding and by placing your bid you agree to our User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
OVERVIEW
This 1957 Ford Thunderbird is powered by a numbers-matching D-code Thunderbird Special 312ci V8 mated to a three-speed Fordomatic automatic transmission. Finished in PPG Butternut Yellow over a Pleated Colonial vinyl interior, this completely restored and highly original T-Bird is now offered by the selling dealer with a color-matched removable hardtop, binder of receipts, disassembly photos, and a clear title.
Highlights
- 360 miles driven since complete restoration in 2024
- Rebuilt, numbers-matching drivetrain
- Power options include steering, windows, and drum brakes
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Arizona
EXTERIOR
- PPG Butternut Yellow paint
- Color-matched hardtop with porthole
- White convertible top
- Hood scoop
- Wrap-around windshield
- Driver-side chrome mirror
Updates
- Exterior changed from the original Inca Gold and Colonial White two-tone paint
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 14-inch Coker wire wheels
- 205/75 Coker Classic whitewall radial tires
INTERIOR
- Pleated Colonial vinyl upholstery
- Bench seat
- Floor-mounted automatic shifter
- Power windows
- Power steering
- Aftermarket Classic Car Stereo radio
	- AM/FM
- Bluetooth compatible
 
Updates
- Interior has been changed from the original Plated Raven and Colonial two-tone vinyl upholstery
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
	- 140-mph speedometer
- 5,000-rpm tachometer
- Clock
- Coolant temperature
- Fuel level
 - Title reads mileage-exempt
 
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- D-code Thunderbird Special 312ci V8
	- 245 horsepower
- 332 lb-ft of torque
- 9.7:1 compression ratio
- Four-barrel carburetor
- Pertronix distributor
 
Transmission
- Three-speed Fordomatic automatic
Service History Highlights
- Engine was rebuilt in 1999 and not driven until 2024 according to the seller
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Power drum brakes
- Dual exhaust system
TRIM TAG DECODER
- BODY, 40 - Two-door, two-passenger convertible
- COLOR, YE - Inca Gold and Colonial White paint
- TRIM, XA - Pleated Raven Vinyl and Pleated Colonial Vinyl
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- This Thunderbird is said to be free from any substantial imperfections
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Binder of receipts 
	- From 2000-2020
 
- Disassembly photos
- Color-matched hardtop
 
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
                             
               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