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1955 Ford Thunderbird

Manual Transmission, Very Clean, Rust Free, Drivers Choice

$27,900

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This is a very nice example that is sure to help make its new caretaker many happy memories!

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SOLD!! We are proud to offer this very clean, very cool 1955 Ford Thunderbird. With a recent restoration, 292 cubic inch V8 and manual transmission with overdrive, this Thunderbird is truly the driver’s choice version of this iconic 50’s era sports car.

The Ford Thunderbird was introduced in February 1953 as response to Chevrolet’s new sports car, the Corvette. Under rapid development, the Thunderbird went from idea to prototype in about a year, being unveiled to the public at the Detroit Auto Show on February 20, 1954. It was a two-seat design available with a detachable glass-fibre hard top and a folding fabric top.

Production of the Thunderbird began on September 9 of that year, with the car beginning sales as a 1955 model on October 22, 1954. Though sharing some design characteristics with other Fords of the time, such as single, circular headlamps and tail lamps and modest tailfins, the Thunderbird was sleeker in shape, and featured a hood scoop and a 150 mph (240 km/h) speedometer not available on other Fords.

Though inspired by, and positioned directly against, the Corvette, Ford billed the Thunderbird as a personal car, putting a greater emphasis on the car’s comfort and convenience features rather than its inherent sportiness. The Thunderbird sold exceptionally well in its first year. In fact, the Thunderbird outsold the Corvette by more than 23-to-one for 1955 with 16,155 Thunderbirds sold against 700 Corvettes.

This particular Thunderbird has recently benefited by a new repaint in its original Torch Red (Code R). The paint and chrome work on this Thunderbird are also fantastic. The red livery really pops and is beautifully contrasted against extremely bright chrome. There are two small dents in the grill surround and one in one of the wheel covers.

On the inside, this T-Bird has the newer correct red and white interior (Trim code B) and is a classic throwback to trendy 50’s style. While this vehicle does not have power steering or air conditioning, it does have power adjustable seats, and an adjustable steering column. The black canvas fabric top is in average shape, but the vehicle does also come with a hardtop and stand.

Mechanically, this car is in excellent condition and surprisingly quick. The V8 and three-speed manual transmission makes this Thunderbird very fun for spirit driving. The motor pulls strong and the vehicle holds steady at speeds in excess of 80 mph. Also worth noting is the braking performance; even under emergency braking, the vehicle holds true straight without any vibrations. The wide white wall radials look terrific and add to the safety and performance. The current owner, an avid car collector, confirms that all mechanical and electrical components do operate properly. We also conducted our full independent inspection and the car is in very nice condition with all systems and mechanical operations performing well, except the clock is not functioning. See the photo gallery showcasing the impeccably clean and rust free under carriage.

This Thunderbird is the very first of one of Ford’s most iconic nameplates. Here is your chance to own a stylish piece of automotive history.

This vehicle can be viewed at our Phoenix Showroom. For more information, please call, email or text Harry Clark at +1.602.245.7200 or sales@classicpromenade.com

1955 Ford Thunderbird

$27,900

PRIVATE SALE STATUS
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LOCATION USA
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1955 Ford Thunderbird
1955 Ford Thunderbird

$27,900

Private Sales
VIN P5FH159216
BODY STYLE Cabriolet
FUEL Gasoline
MILES 10,000, 91,399
GEARBOX Mannual
DOORS 2
INT COLOR Red
EXT COLOR Red
YEAR 1955
LOCATION Phoenix, AZ
Specification
ENGINE SIZE 4.7 L
PRIVATE SALE STATUS
SELLER
VIEWS 134

Ford Thunderbird

Interesting Fact: The Ford Thunderbird is an upscale vehicle that featured eleven unique generations. This vehicle sparked the expansion of the market segment for personal luxury vehicles that feature a higher emphasis on driving comfort, rather than high-speed performance. Production on the Ford Thunderbird occurred from 1955 to 1997 and then again from 2002 to…
Interesting Fact: The Ford Thunderbird is an upscale vehicle that featured eleven unique generations. This vehicle sparked the expansion of the market segment for personal luxury vehicles that feature a higher emphasis on driving comfort, rather than high-speed performance. Production on the Ford Thunderbird occurred from 1955 to 1997 and then again from 2002 to 2005. By the end of 2005, Ford had managed to produce over 4.4 million Thunderbirds. The car was originally designed as a sporty two-seat convertible but was not marketed as such. Within a few years, a second row was added, and the Ford Thunderbird is known for getting larger and large in size until the late 1970s. Many V8 engines have been used in the Ford Thunderbird over the years. As the size of the model increased, a larger engine was also required to support the vehicle. This resulted in later models having poor fuel efficiency. While they weren’t advertised for speed, Ford used the Thunderbird body in their NASCAR races, with many hitting an average speed of about 200 miles per hour. The final Thunderbird was manufactured in July of 2005, but the vehicle still holds up as one of the most comfortable and high-performing cars to date!

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