1955 Ford Thunderbird

292ci V8 | Ford-O-Matic 3-Speed Automatic Transmission | Front Disc Brakes

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LOT #

250942248

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
P5FH233185
Lot Number:
250942248
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
77,080 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
292ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Black/White
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Florida
  • 1955 Ford Thunderbird
  • 292ci “Y-Block” V8
  • Holley 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • Ford-O-Matic 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Black Exterior
  • Black/White Vinyl Interior
  • Hard Top Only - No Soft Top Included
  • Full Wheel Covers w/ Spinner Caps
  • Wide Whitewall Tires
  • Front Disc Brakes
  • Current Owner Reports All Original Car

Overview of 1955 Ford Thunderbird For Sale by Owner

The 1955 model year marked the debut of the Ford Thunderbird, a car that defined the American two-seat personal luxury segment and rivaled the Corvette with style and refinement. This first-year example is finished in black over a black-and-white vinyl interior and retains its timeless original character. Powered by the 292 cubic-inch “Y-block” V8 paired with a Ford-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission, it delivers smooth cruising power wrapped in one of Ford’s most iconic designs. Showing 77,080 miles and reported by the current owner as an all-original car, it represents a significant opportunity to own a true piece of midcentury motoring history.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior is presented in black, complemented by full wheel covers with spinner caps and period-correct wide whitewall tires that accentuate the Thunderbird’s sleek profile. While this example includes its removable hardtop, no soft top is fitted. Inside, the cabin is trimmed in black-and-white vinyl, showcasing the stylish two-tone flair of the 1950s. The cockpit is laid out with classic Thunderbird design cues, blending a sporty two-seater configuration with upscale appointments that made the car a sales success from the start.

Engine

Under the hood, the 292ci Y-block V8 with a Holley 4-barrel carburetor provides the car with smooth and reliable power. The engine is paired with a Ford-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission, sending output to the rear wheels. While the Thunderbird was originally equipped with drum brakes, this example has been upgraded to front disc brakes, offering modernized stopping power without compromising its vintage character. Together, these elements ensure that the Thunderbird delivers both period authenticity and improved drivability.

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$27,500

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