1957 Classic Ford Thunderbird- Frame Off Restoration Vin D7fh1450545 on 2040-cars
Clermont, Florida, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:5.1L 5114CC 312Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Bronze
Make: Ford
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Thunderbird
Trim: Base Convertible 2-Door
Drive Type: U/K
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Mileage: 57,500
Exterior Color: Bronze
Here is a beautiful Bronze 1957 2-seater Thunderbird with a recent Frame-Off restoration. The 312 cc engine, which has the Dress-Up Kit, and automatic transmission have been completely re-built. The engine has been balanced, with a new oil pump, Holley carb, rockers arms and shafts, water pump, cam ,mechanical and electric fuel pumps along with harden valve seats.The engine has been converted from a generator to an alternator and has a new wiring harness. The radiator has been replaced with a new four row radiator along with a new Pull-through fan.The power steering system has been rebuilt and the front brakes have been converted to disc brakes with a dual master cylinder, along with a new power brake pump. The rear drums have been completely rebuilt too.
An over sized front and rear sway bar has been added along with new springs, ball joints and gas shocks. The exhaust system has been completely replaced. A new Vintage Heating and AC system has been installed along with electric windshield wipers and washers. All gauges and lighting are in working order .A new AM/FM radio and tape player, along with new stereo speakers have been installed.
The interior is new, including door panels, carpet, seat covers and cushions. All glass is tinted and in excellent condition. All weather stripping has been replaced, to include both new soft top and hardtop along with the windows. The hardtop has a new headliner. A new bronze tonneau cover was purchased. The trunk matting has all been replaced and a mini spare was added. The jack is the original equipment and in excellent condition.The car has chrome spoke wheels with Coker whitewall radials. All bumpers have been re-chromed.
I was not happy with the lacquer paint job when it was restored so, it has recently been repainted with base coat/clear coat Thunderbird Bronze enamel.
Along with the sale of the car go many spare parts, along with the 57 Ford Shop Manual, CTCI Restoration Set with Addendums, Electrical and Trim Manuals, 1955-57 Ford Service Bulletins and about 25 years of CTCI Early Bird magazines.
The car is showing a little over 57,000 actual miles with about 300 miles since it was restored. The car resides in a heated and air conditioned garage VIN D7FH1450545
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