1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE
1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE
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1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE
High Bidder: EliteMotors
Current Bid: $25,000 (USD)
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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
BID: $25,000
Welcome bidders! This beautiful Thunderbird will be closing live on Friday October 17th. If you are attending the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Fall auction, this vehicle will be on display in the AutoHunter booth and will close live in the booth!! Please let me know if you have any questions and I'll get them answered for you as quickly as possible.