1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible - Both Tops - Power Equipment - Lady Owned
1957 Ford Thunderbird
Ford Thunderbird 1957 technical specifications | |
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| Condition: | Used |
| Item location: | Rapid City, South Dakota, United States |
| Make: | Ford |
| Model: | Thunderbird |
| Type: | convertible |
| Trim: | Convertible |
| Year: | 1957 |
| Mileage: | 37,891 |
| VIN: | D7EH125592 |
| Color: | Dusk Rose |
| Engine size: | 312/245HP Thunderbird Special V8 |
| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
| Power options: | Power Windows, Power Seats |
| Fuel: | Gasoline |
| Transmission: | Ford-O-Matic |
| Drive type: | RWD |
| Interior color: | White |
| Options: | Town & Country Radio, Porthole Hardtop, White Soft Top, Swift Sure Power Brakes, Master Guide Power Steering, 4-Way Power Seat, Telescopic Steering Column, Tinted Glass, Power Windows, Convertible |
| Vehicle Title: | Clear |
| You are interested? | Contact the seller! |
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| 1957 Ford Thunderbird " A Love Story " by SAMSPACE81 Mobile Classic Automobile Marketing Services ENJOY OUR VIDEO DRIVE BELOW OF THIS CLASSIC '57 THUNDERBIRD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD7dFzX-KM4 VIDEO DRIVE OF THIS '57 T-BIRD SHOWN ABOVE I am so proud to showcase this beautiful 1957 Ford Thunderbird. This is a lady-owned and driven example, uilt by her husband for her approximately 20 years ago. This gentleman has built over 22 Fords and is an authority on Fords, nown in the Rapid City, outh Dakota area of car people. After years of trophies won, nd many miles of highway covered, t has been decided that it is time to offer the car for sale. That is where I come in. A Texas newcomer to South Dakota,I hope you enjoy my presentation as much as I enjoyed visiting with Al and Carol, y tour guides of the Black Hills, nd my new friends. If you bid early and often, might add a buy it now at any time. This car has accrued approximately 5,000 to 7,000 miles on the restoration, lways garage-kept and cared for. This one is special, uilt for Carol. This is your opportunity to own a gorgeous and straight '57 Ford Thunderbird that is a proven road and show veteran. - Sam 972-748-6389 This is a well equipped Thunderbird. Factory Equipment includes ; 312 / 245HP Thunderbird Special V8 - Rebuilt by Jim's Machine Shop - Correct '57 312 Block - ECZ-G casted '57 HP Heads - Correct '57 Holley Carburetor Ford-O-Matic Automatic Transmission - Rebuilt by DNF Transmissions Master Guide Power Steering Swift-Sure Power Brakes 4-Way Power Seat Power Windows Padded Dash Heater Telescopic Steering Column Dusk Rose Exterior Town & Country Radio - Works Factory 14-Inch Steel Wheels & Black Diamond Wide Whitewall Radial Tires (205/75R14) Factory Wheels Covers Colonial White Auxilary Porthole Hardtop White Convertible Softtop - As New Tachometer & Clock Beauty Group Underhood Tinted Glass Fender Skirts & Stone Guards Vintage Set of Original 1957 South Dakota License Plates Spare Tire/Wheel & Factory Jacking Equipment Meet Al & Carol. These are two wonderful people I had the pleasure of working with during the last week of June, 016. I flew to Rapid City, outh Dakota from Greenville, exas to advertise these special cars for them. I travel across the USA to sell people's cool cars and am based out of Greenville, exas. We drove this '57 Thunderbird & '56 Sunliner over 100 miles through the Black Hills of South Dakota, isiting Mount Rushmore and the National Forests and other sites. These cars are proven road veterans. This '57 Thunderbird rides smooth and drives straight at highway speeds, can personally attest to this. Remember, his Thunderbird has not been offered for sale until now. It traded hands privately over 20 years ago last. I was in car heaven working with these folks and their beautiful Fords!
First of all, l is an excellent body man. This car was a local car for approximately 40 years according to Al's recollection of the car, n original survivor. In the 1990s Al took ownership of this car with the dream to restore the car and show it with his wife. His personal car is a '56 Ford Sunliner. Although he is the builder of 22 Ford Convertibles over the years, e says the Ford Thunderbird was a first for him, nd a different animal. Careful time and consideration was taken during the build of this car. Al completely disassembled the car and had the body media-blasted to bare metal inside and out. This is a no-hit car, onfirmed by the condition of the original metal. The car was completely gone through. The 312 & Ford-O-Matic were removed and each rebuilt by expert Ford men in the area. Jims Machine shop rebuilt the 312, im has over 40 years experience with these Y-Blocks in the South Dakota area. DNF Transmissions was responsible for the transmission rebuild, hey are also experts in their field. The car has somewhere between 5,000 and 7,000 miles logged since the restoration was completed. The fresh air doors work great, he seals were replaced. Note the fit and finish of the doors. The body is very straight left and right. Although the car was painted approximately 20 years ago, ou can see the quality of the restoration work. This car has withstood the test of time thanks to careful maintenance of the finish and mechanicals. Al uses synthetic brake fluid and flushes it with regularity he says. The oil and transmission fluids have also been kept up. The engine runs smooth and transmission shifts as it should. I was very impressed after logging over 100 miles in this Thunderbird. The car really does steer and stop well. The doors align correctly as does the hood and trunk lid. All of the glass was replaced along with the seals front to back. The chrome bumpers are in excellent condition. The exhaust system is routed through the correct bumper exits, he original extensions still in place. This is just a very nice car. Here is a video walkaround description below - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPjt1pSCuDY VIDEO WALKAROUND DESCRIPTION ABOVE - SEE THE CARS BODY UP CLOSE AND FEATURES IN A VIDEO ^^
We visited Mount Rushmore, hat a beautiful place. This was my first time in this part of the country. The Thunderbird is kept garaged at a private residence just outside of Rapid City, outh Dakota and available for inspection by appointment only - Sam 972-748-6389 - FOLLOW ME ON EBAY MOTORS - SEE MY OTHER AUCTIONS FOR THE SISTER CAR TO THIS THUNDERBIRD, GORGEOUS 1956 FORD SUNLINER I AM LISTING SOON The wheels are restored factory 14-inch steel wheels fitted with newer 205/75R14 wide whitewall radial tires all around. This car rides down the road just beautifully. Be sure to play the videos.
The seat upholstery is in excellent condition as are the door panels and door undersides. All of the rubber seals are pliable and in great shape throughout this car.
The engine compartment is in excellent condition. The original 312 Thunderbird Special V8 was removed and rebuilt by a Y-Block specialist shop. This engine has the correct cylinder heads, ard to find correct Holley carburetor, nd correct 312 block. It wears the beauty group breather and finned aluminum Thunderbird Special valve covers. The power steering cap and shroud are also chrome as is the battery shield. The correct 12-volt generator is in place along with the factory power brake setup. The radiator was replaced and an auxilary electric fan with discreet switch installed for parades.
This is the correct and hard to find factory '57 Thunderbird Holley. (ECZ-AD stamped)
The firewall, nner fenders and core support sheetmetal is in excellent condition throughout. The original identification plate is also in place and completely legible. The car is Dusk Rose / Colonial White (XE) with Colonial White Interior (XK) with the "D" code 312/245HP engine. The build date is October (K) 20th.
The undercarriage displays excellent braces and flooring front to back. This has always been a dry climate car and it shows. The shocks have been replaced in recent history.
The trunk is clean and detailed, omplete with the correct mat, pare tire and factory jacking equipment. Note the condition of the metal in the spare tire well, nner quarters, nd trunk lid, ips, tc.
The white soft top was replaced and shows as new. Al even had a special padding made so when the fastened top sits on the body it doesn't rub. The back window is just beautiful as is the canvas top itself. All of the glass is light green tinted laminate and all of the stainless glass surrounds are excellent.
The Colonial White porthole hardtop is also in excellent condition front to back, ith the white headliner intact and seals in good shape.
Be sure to view the extensive photo album slideshow just below to see more than 200 photos of this '57 Thunderbird. Again, atch the videos. Again, eel free to contact myself, am, t 972-748-6389 with any questions. This is your opportunity to own a beautiful 1957 Ford Thunderbird built by a gentleman especially for his wife. View my 100% positive customer feedback and bid with 100% confidence.
PHOTO SLIDESHOW ABOVE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE POSTED BELOW TRANSPORATION: Transportation arrangments are the responsibility of the buyer. I can refer you to established national and international automobile shippers. This car is located in Rapid City, outh Dakota. PAYMENT: Payment will be due within 5 business days close of auction unless other arrangements are made with me prior to your winning bid. A deposit of $1000 is required within 48 hours close of auction unless other arrangements are made with me beforehand. Payment is due in full within 5 business days close of auction. TAXES & TITLE: All winning bidders are responsible for tax, itle, nd license fees in their state of residence. This is a private party sale, am not a dealer. There are NO additional documentation fees.This car is titled and in hand, n the owners name, eady for transfer. INSPECTIONS: Inspections are welcome and highly encouraged. Call or email me for an appointment. Again, his'57 Ford Thunderbird is located near Rapid City, outh Dakota. WARRANTY: This classic collector automobile is sold as-is with no warranty expressed or implied. Although every effort is made on our part to see that an automobile meets and exceeds all buyer expectations, he ultimate responsibility rests with the buyer. There will be no allowances or set asides post-sale. I can't imagine anyone disappointed with this Thunderbird! Just look at it and watch the videos, ts the real deal, ever offered for sale. Again, lease view my 100% positive feedback as a seller and bid with 100% confidence. Thank you and God Bless. - Sam |
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