Built in Dearborn, Michigan, the 1957 Ford Thunderbird marked the end of the pure two-seat era before the model evolved into a four-place grand tourer. The Thunderbird was purchased in 2006 with 84,000 miles and has been stored in climate control while being used for weekend enjoyment. Chesters Automative in Phoenix maintained the Thunderbird during that time period.  

This Thunderbird is striking in its presentation with white paint, beautiful chrome accents and white wall tires. Finished in Colonial White, the paint is in excellent condition overall with the only cosmetic imperfections showing some light yellowing behind the tailfins.  The chrome bumpers, trim, rock guards and fender skirts are in great condition. The passenger fenderskirt has one area that looks to have chipped when the fender skirt was reinstalled and has since been touched up. Wide whitewall tires on 14inch Ford-logo steel wheels present beautifully but will need to be replaced for long driving durations. The Thunderbird has its matching white hard top that is in great condition! This Thunderbird is a bright, beautiful white example that is perfect for enjoying local shows, regional tours or just to enjoy taking out to dinner. 

The blue toned interior of this Thunderbird complements the white exterior and is in overall great condition! The interior features Dresden vinyl and Starmist vinyl upholstery, which presents in overall great condition with no major wear areas noted. The dashboard vinyl is in excellent condition, and the brushed metal interior trim is in good condition with some visible aging consistent with use. The original steering wheel has been wrapped, and the blue carpet is in overall great condition. Instrumentation includes a 140-mph speedometer, tachometer, clock, and auxiliary gauges. Dual cowl vents, a functional heater, and AM radio. The lens for the dashboard map light will be replaced once it arrives from being backordered. The interior is well sorted and in great condition to be enjoyed! 

Under the hood, the Ford Thunderbird is powered by the D code 312 CID V8 with a four-barrel carburetor, producing approximately 245 horsepower and delivering smooth yet powerful performance. Power is sent through a three-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission. This Thunderbird has its original rear differential, power steering, independent suspension, and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. The Thunderbird has been serviced in 2026, power steering hoses replaced and brake fully rebuilt.  

Included with the Thunderbird is its matching hardtop, red vinyl tonneau cover, and spare tire. 

For more information and details, please call or text Kendi Brown at +1.623.404.9042 or email us at sales@classicpromenade.com. This 1957 Ford Thunderbird is available for inspection at our showroom in Phoenix. We are pleased to offer FaceTime or WhatsApp live video inspections, and we help coordinate shipping worldwide. We also have financing partners if you are interested in financing. 

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This T-Bird was built new in the Wixom, MI Ford plant and was sold to its original owner through the Kansas City distribution area.  Spending half of its life in Texas, it was acquired by its present Arzona owner in 1991.  Over the succeeding few years, he accumulated the necessary NOS parts to initiate the award-winning restoration which lasted through 1994-1995.  Some of the awards and honors include:

• Vintage Thunderbird Club International (V.T.C.I.) Concours First Place Award 1995
• Best of Show – LCCI Grand Invitational 1995
• AACA National First Junior Award 1996
• AACA National Senior Award 1998
• AACA National Preservation Award 2015
• Featured vehicle for October in 2017 NAPA Classic Car Calendar

Though now an older restoration, this car still shows beautifully and runs very nicely.  The Platinum Blue paint (Paint Code N) has wonderful shine and luster and is without any defects.  Today the T-Bird would perform well at regional car shows, concours and touring events.  The correct perfect Dark Blue vinyl convertible top operates as it should.  The radial tires are newer and perform as they should.

The interior has been restored as well in the original Dark Blue vinyl with Dark Blue accents and medium blue carpeting and is complete with the optional Passenger Seat Recliner with Headrest.  The interior is in very nearly perfect condition today.  The Blue vinyl power convertible top is also nearly perfect.  The interior and exterior chrome is all nearly perfect and concours ready, which we’ve rarely seen on all T-Birds of the era.

In addition to standard features (390CID, 315HP Engine, Cruise-O-Matic Transmission, Auto Parking Brake Release, Power Brakes (Front Disc), Remote-Control Sideview Mirror, Power Steering, Swing-Away Steering Column, Sequential Turn Signals, Front Seat Belts with Warning Light), this 1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible has the following options:

• White Sidewall Tires
• Body Side Mouldings
• Rear Fender Shields
• Door Edge Guards
• Right Sideview Mirror
• Power Antenna
• Air Conditioning
• Power Windows
• Rear Deluxe Seatbelts
• Rear Speaker
• AM/FM Stereo Radio
• Passenger Seat Recliner with Headrest

The engine compartment is detailed for show and is rather stunning.  The 390 CID four-barrel carbureted V8 produces 315 hp, which provides for a smooth and effortless driving experience.  These T-Birds are wonderful to drive and are smooth and powerful.  With power steering, power brakes, power seats, windows and top, this T-Bird is nicely equipped.  Fortunately, they are also mechanically very reliable.  This T-Bird runs and drives perfectly well.  This is well optioned including the relatively rare air conditioning.  We love the functionality of the horizontal red bar for the speedometer and the sequential rear turn signal lighting!

The chassis shows that it was cleaned and painted during the restoration.  It is in excellent condition today for touring and concours use.  This T-Bird also features its original AM/FM stereo.  This T-Bird is available for viewing in our Phoenix showroom.

Overall, this is a concours ready, wonderful quality car in of nothing. The Hagerty Price Guide reflects a No. 2 value of $42,460 including the air conditioning.

For more information and details, please call or text Harry Clark at +1.623.404.9042 or email us at sales@classicpromenade.com.  This Thunderbird is available for inspection at our showroom in Phoenix.  We are pleased to coordinate inspections, and we help coordinate shipping worldwide. We also have financing partners if you are interested in financing.

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This beautiful 1963 Ford Thunderbird produced at the Ford plant in Wixom, Mi. This California car was first acquired by Burbank Studios in Burbank, CA. This Thunderbird was used as a prop in numerous television productions from 1963 through the early 1990s, in such notable productions as 77 Sunset Strip and The Rockford Files, among many others. By the early 90s, it was acquired by Burbank Studios associate and car collector Bill Gaston of Burbank, CA. In approximately 2000, Mr. Gaston began a full restoration of the Thunderbird, including a bare metal repaint and a new interior. The T-Bird was acquired on the 13th of August 2002 by the current owner, Terry Blumenthal of Sunnyvale, CA. Mr. Blumenthal had the engine and transmission rebuilt in 2017 and has maintained the Thunderbird very well, which is evident by the beautiful overall condition.

The Thunderbird’s livery is a stunning Rangoon Red which has beautiful luster and shine with very few imperfections. The Rangoon Red fiberglass tonneau covers the back seat and lends to the space age and sleek look of the T-Bird. The 48 spoke Kelsey-Hayes designed wire wheels are in beautiful condition and look terrific wrapped in wide whitewalls radials. The addition of the tonneau cover and the wire wheels make this Thunderbird look identical to the Sports Roadster model, apart from the missing passenger-side dash grab bar. The white vinyl electric soft top is a delight to operate and functions very well. It is in very nice condition with minor imperfections. The chrome shows well overall with just some minor exceptions in high use areas. The undercarriage is rust free and shows very well throughout. The overall exterior of this Thunderbird is gorgeous and shows beautifully.

The interior is absolutely a design homerun with the space-age styling and chrome and bright work accents. The upholstery was completely restored in 2000 in red vinyl and is in very nice condition throughout. The interior chrome shows well with slight wear visible in small areas. All the Gauges work as designed including the clock. An amazing feature is the swing-away steering wheel. Once the automatic shift lever is placed in park, the entire steering column can swing 10.5” to the right which allows the driver easier seat access. The red carpet is in very nice condition and shows very little wear. This T-Bird also comes complete with an Blaupunkt AM/FM Cassette audio player, a citizen band radio, and a console mounted tachometer. The interior is in beautiful overall condition and the red upholstery and carpet really complete the look of this stunning Thunderbird.

The engine compartment has been nicely detailed and painted and is the home to the 390 ci V-8, which produces 300 hp. The power is transferred to the rear wheels through a 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission. Both the engine and the transmission were professionally rebuilt in 2017. The engine runs beautifully and strong and the transmission operates smoothly and quietly. This stunning T-Bird comes complete with the chrome engine compartment option which includes chrome valve covers, air cleaner, oil filler cap, coil, radiator overflow, etc. The chrome package really takes the engine compartment to the next level and shows very well throughout, which is perfect for shows.

This Thunderbird comes complete with the Registered Owner’s Manual, Car Care Record Book, and numerous registration slips. This Beautiful Thunderbird is ready to be enjoyed, toured, and shown. It would be a wonderful addition to any American automotive collection.

We have this priced to sell with the Hagerty No. 2 value (adjusted for AC) at $43,010.  1963 Ford Thunderbird Base | Hagerty Valuation Tools

For more information and details, please call or text Harry Clark at +1.623.404.9042 or email us at sales@classicpromenade.com. This Ford Thunderbird is available for inspection at our Phoenix showroom. We are pleased to offer FaceTime or WhatsApp live video inspections and we help coordinate shipping worldwide. We also have financing partners if you are interested in financing.

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