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1957 Ford Thunderbird (survivor Barn Find) on 2040-cars

Year:1957 Mileage:5214
Location:

San Marcos, Texas, United States

San Marcos, Texas, United States

I recently purchased an estate along with all contents, this 1957 Ford Thunderbird was part of the purchase.  I am not an expert in this field, but I believe this would be a nice starting point for a restoration.

I cleaned out the garage and washed the dirt off the car and included new photos for your review.

I'll remove from Ebay should a sale occur prior to the end of this auction.

Disclaimer:

Since I am not an expert in this field, this car is being sold "as is-where is" without any warranty or guarantee.  I have been asked lot's of questions on mileage and understand I am selling what I see, as I have no way to confirm accuracy.  I feel we can all assume it has more than 5214. Additionally, this car is not w/o some rust, though the body shots I have posted are a accurate representation.  Gages below dash are not original. The interior leather looks good, but dirty, carpet should be replaced.  I am told by former owner, car came out of California in around 1990 and was driven from there to Texas and was parked in the garage ever since, some documents included for your review. When I lift back seat I can see trunk, looks fine.   Rear wheel metal covers, AC are included, and keys included, see photos.  Garage has now been cleared, buyer to arrange transport and I'll do my best to assist with removal from garage, airing up tires and such. 


Condition: What looks mostly original.
Features: It's all there, not missing pieces and parts.
History: Last drove in early 1990's, been under cover in garage since.
Shipping: Buyer to arrange.
Payment: Cash 
Title: Clear and in my name.



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