1957 Ford Thunderbird

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Introduced in 1955, the Thunderbird was Ford’s counterpunch to the Chevrolet Corvette, although Ford deliberately marketed it not as a sports car but “a personal car of distinction.” Believing the American market for true sports cars was limited, Ford positioned the Thunderbird as a car for personal enjoyment rather than performance driving.

The 1957 edition marked the final and most refined year of the original two-seat generation. The Thunderbird received a more dramatic appearance with a larger front grille, sleek tailfins, and a redesigned rear bumper that moved the spare tire back into the trunk, increasing cargo space.

Buyers could choose from several V8 engines, and the model also offered features that were uncommon in sports cars of the day, such as power steering, power brakes, and a removable hardtop.

This ’57 T-Bird has been refinished in Ferrari Grigio Metallic with a color-matched hardtop and black convertible soft top, along with red vinyl upholstery and red carpet. The car is powered by a 312ci V8 with a four-barrel carburetor, which is mated to a Ford-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission. Additional features include dual exhaust, 14” steel wheels with full wire covers, an engine-turned instrument panel, and an aftermarket head unit.