
- Original 292ci V8
- Original Transmission Rebuilt
- Less than 10K Miles on Transmission Since Rebuild
- 4 Barrell Carburetor
- Red Leather Interior
- White Soft Top
- White Hard Top - Needs Assembly
- White Wall Tires
- All Original
- 2 Keys
- Current Owner Reports All Info
The original Ford Thunderbird may have appeared around the same time as the Chevrolet Corvette, but each model had very different philosophies. While the Corvette tried to focus on sporting pedigree and performance, the Thunderbird appealed to the more traditional consumer—one who cared more about comfort, cruising, and exploring the blacktop. If that’s the kind of classic motoring experience you’re looking for, then look no further than our 1957 Ford Thunderbird. The original Ford Thunderbird is known for its good looks and luxurious features. Our featured car comes with a reported 63,500 miles on the odometer and a recently rebuilt transmission.
Exterior and Interior
The exterior appearance of the Ford Thunderbird is pure ’50s Americana. The car was designed to seat just two and was marketed as a “personal luxury car”—the kind of car that appealed to a distinct set of well-heeled individuals. With its circular headlamps up front, understated grille, and small tailfins, the Thunderbird's design was beautifully restrained. As shown with our feature car, for 1957 the Thunderbird's spare tire was moved to the rear bumper in a “continental” style layout, allowing for more trunk space. Our featured car has a color-coded theme, with a white exterior, white soft top, and white wall tires. Also included in the sale is a white hardtop, which is reported to require assembly. Step inside and the white theme is replaced by swaths of red leather. Even the large steering wheel features a red rim, complemented by a chrome horn ring. There’s more textured metal on the dash, which includes a 140 mph speedometer and a period radio featuring town and country settings. This car is reported to be all original and comes with a set of two keys.
Engine
Under the hood of this 1957 Ford Thunderbird lies a 292ci V8 motor that is reported to be original to the car. Feeding the eight cylinders is a four-barrel carburetor for optimum performance. The Thunderbird also features its original automatic transmission, which is reported to have been rebuilt less than 10,000 miles ago.
Inspection
The 1960 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop Coupe represents the final year of the second-generation Thunderbird, a model that helped establish Ford’s personal luxury car segment with its combination of stylish design, V8 power, and comfortable cruising capability. This example features a custom teal exterior with a matching teal interior, along with classic upgrades such as Kragar wheels, an aftermarket steering wheel, and a custom suspension setup that give it a distinctive appearance. Showing approximately 47,896 miles, this Thunderbird is equipped with desirable factory-style amenities including air conditioning, power steering, and power brakes, making it an appealing choice for enthusiasts looking for a uniquely styled early Thunderbird.
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