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P5FH127823
Ford introduced their Thunderbird model to steal sales away from Chevrolet’s successful Corvette. Dubbed "a personal car of distinction" by Ford, the Thunderbird was built upon the heritage of the bespoke roadsters of the 1930s. This model saw no less than 11 generations and we are talking about the very first generation in this listing. 1955 was the year that the first ever Ford Thunderbird hit the streets. It was immortalized by the Beach Boys' famous song 'Fun, Fun, Fun' and in the George Lucas film 'American Graffiti'. Therefore, as shown before you, this stunning example marks a very special piece of automotive Americana. It is reportedly a one-family-owned car, with its original owner being the current owns father.
The Thunderbird came with a removable fiberglass top as standard equipment, and the hard top is included in the sale of our subject car. One of the most striking features of this car is the exhaust pipes that exit through twin bumper guards bolted to the rear bumper. This example is painted in a suiting black paint job, which is accentuated by all the chrome garnishing throughout the car. The car sits on a set of custom period-correct alloy wheels. You step into a time capsule, as you are taken back to the 50s with this gorgeous interior. This new interior is wrapped in black leather to match the exterior. The floor-mounted three-speed shifter and Aftermarket AM/FM radio are some modern features in this classic. The big steering wheel aids in maneuvering the vehicle, as power steering is not available on it. With no power brakes as well, it offers the driving experience of the bygone era making this vehicle a time capsule.
The first generation Thunderbird was available with two V8 engine options. This example still runs with the original 292 cubic inch V8 as reported by the owner. The 292-ci V8 reportedly pumped out 193 HP and 280 lb-ft of torque when it was new. When paired with the three-speed manual transmission, which has been freshly, rebuilt this Thunderbird can get up to phase.
1955 Ford Thunderbird
292ci V8
3-Speed Manual Transmission
RWD
Black Exterior
Black Interior
Floor-Mounted Manual Transmission
New Interior
Custom Wheels
Original Engine Reported By Current Owner
Hard Top Included In Sale
Current Owner Reports His Father Was The Original Owner
Aftermarket AM/FM Radio Installed
No Power Steering
No Power Brakes
Transmission Rebuilt
The '50s was surely iconic. The cars, the music and the vibes were ones never to be relieved. Looking to experience or relive the magical time? Present today is this 1957 Ford Thunderbird. It's a '50s classic that ensures an original driving experience and looks that make you turn back as you park.
Ford’s T-Bird brought Americans a slice of the European Grand Tourer lifestyle. These luxury cars were initially two seaters with powerful engines and the best luxury and technological features of their time. They were designed to be owned and driven by the wealthy, and capable of crossing the country while imparting the least fatigue upon their occupants. If you’ve always had a soft spot for a T-Bird, this first-generation 1957 Ford Thunderbird is a fine catch. Coming to you with under 35,000 miles on the clock, we’re told that this car is just 1 of 68 produced in the beautiful color that you see in these photos. That fact, plus its original mileage and up-to-date servicing make it a fine classic car that’s a shrewd investment too.
The first-generation Thunderbird was introduced in 1954 as Ford’s answer to the Chevy Corvette that came out the year before. To call it a direct competitor of the Vette would, however, be inaccurate. While the Corvette was a small and lightweight 2-seater with a fiberglass body (to compete with European sports cars), the T-Bird was more of a 2-seater personal luxury car for a younger demographic of buyers (being smaller and lighter than most Detroit products at the time). In fact, in its first production year, it outsold the Corvette by a massive margin. In total, over 53,000 first-generation Thunderbirds were made in 3 years of production, with 1957 being the most successful year.
We’ve seen a lot of cool vintage Ford Broncos brought back to glory with modern amenities. While many people restore their own Broncos, there are numerous companies that offer their own unique approach to updating and restoring these vehicles. This staggering example of the 1969 Ford Bronco is one such car that has had a frame-off restoration completed in 2017. Reportedly, it only has 70,000 miles on its rebuilt engine. It offers you the advantages of contemporary components and is outfitted with everything you need to go off-road.
Ford's fourth iteration of the iconic pony car is the SN95 Mustang. It was manufactured from 1994 to 2004 and sometimes goes by the name Fox-4 Mustang. S stands for small, specialty vehicle, N stands for North American Operations, and 95 is the sequence number of approved vehicle projects. Ford engineers and designers completely restyled both the interior and exterior of the Mustang for the fourth generation. Enthusiasts who have owned them for years love them for how reliable and easy to work on they are. So purchasing this 1995 Ford Mustang Restomod will definitely bring power and cheer into your life. This beastly machine is track-ready and waits in California to become your track-day darling.
The station wagon obsession has a really peculiar fan base that we truly enjoy. It makes sense—you can fit your family and dog inside and still have the same level of performance as a regular car. People who are fascinated by station wagons even convert popular vehicles into them. The Ford Country Squire is not a conversion but a factory model that saw eight generations from 1950 through the 1991 model years. We bring you an example from the fifth generation of this classic that users like to describe as an absolute tank. This 1962 Ford Country Squire is a reliable oldie, which is restomoded and carries new and upgraded components.
The second-generation Chevrolet Corvette (C2) is where the legendary Corvette inherited its sharp lines and looks that are still used to this day. This new design over the first-generation Corvette did not only present itself with a spectacular view but also newfound handling prowess. The new lighter body meant this convertible found more acceleration than its predecessor, even though the power remained the same and the new suspension significantly improved handling. All the 1963 cars came out with 372 ci engines, making 250 horsepower as standard, with optional variants like this particular restored model we have for you today, which can produce a whopping 340 horsepower. All this excitement for the second-generation Corvette resulted in an increase of 50% in units built compared to the then-record-setting 1962 version. This made the C2 an automotive icon of the past and present. We’re told that this 1963 convertible American beauty, for sale in Rosamond, California, has only done less than 1000 miles on the odometer after restoration. The current owner also reports that the numbers are matching for the motor and transmission, however documentation cannot be provided.
The Chevrolet Impala has played the role of the Bowtie’s flagship full-size car for years. Produced over ten generations, the Impala was first introduced in 1957. Named after the eponymous African antelope, the first generation was strictly a two-door affair. Buyers could choose a coupe or convertible. If you’d like to own a classic Impala but with a bit more pep up and go, this 1958 Chevrolet Impala is a worthy contender. The car comes with an upgraded engine, but remains otherwise stock as far as possible. That makes it a lovely classic car to own and drive, but something to surprise other classics with when the mood strikes.
Chevy’s El Camino is iconically known for its coupe utility body style. Basically, the coupe utility combines the ride comfort and handling of a car’s monocoque construction with the versatility of a pickup truck. Adapted from a Chevy two-door station wagon, the El Camino appeared in 1959, to compete with Ford’s Ranchero. Five generations of El Camino were made until 1987 when the nameplate was quietly retired. If you’ve always been intrigued by this pastiche of coupe and pickup truck, consider picking up this 1980 Chevrolet El Camino as your next classic. This 53,500-mile example comes to you with all maintenance reportedly up to date, so it’s basically a buy-and-drive classic.
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