1957 Ford Thunderbird California Convertible...Data Plate Match

1957 Ford Thunderbird

1957 Ford Thunderbird California Convertible...

It captured the hearts of America, brought people into Ford showrooms so they could see it first hand and marvel at the craftsmanship of this fine automobile. Part of the first generation Thunderbird, The1957 Convertible would be the third and final year for the original two passengers Thunderbird, and some feel the third year was the best one yet. After 57 Ford would do away with the two seater sporty personal car. Stunning restoration of a car with California history The Thunderbird Convertible created a market niche that eventually became known as the personal luxury car.

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Going through an Meticulously Rotisserie Restored 10 years ago and recently through a major service, this American classic has an ULTRA straight body finished in gorgeous Ford Starmist Blue with matching correct Thunderbird Blue interior and new dark blue cloth soft top. the Thunderbird Special 312 CID 245 HP "Y-Block" V8 engine with Ford-O-Matic 2-speed automatic transmission. factory AC Engine compartment and chassis are highly detailed. Options include the 312 CID 245 HP "Y-Block" V8 Ford-O-Matic 2-speed automatic transmission, power steering, factory AC Aftermarket AM/FM radio, heater and defroster, engine dress-up kit, power brakes, pristine fender skirts, Goodyear Tire 205/75/-R15 Wide white wall tires mounted onKelsy Hayes chrome wire (spoke) wheels.

The iconic exterior of the 1957 Thunderbird has many styling elements that were seen on other Ford models at the time, including the front fenders and quarter panels. The 1957 Thunderbird stands out from the other T-birds with its slanted tail fins along the quarter panels. The front of the car had browed headlamps, a tasteful hood scoop, and an egg crate grille. The parking lamps sat on the front bumper and the exterior was rounded, with functional air vents. This true California car drives like a dream; feels and performs very tightly.There are no kinks, noises or thuds alike, all you hear is the wonderful and powerful sound of the roaring engine.

If you are in the Southern California area please feel free to arrange for a test drive before the auction ends.

If I can answer any other questions please feel free to call me at any time Kevin.. 714 402 4548

TERMS& CONDITIONS:

The car is for sale locally and we reserve the right to cancel this auction at any time before the end of the auction.

The car will be made available for inspection by serious bidders throughout the auction. Please e-mail us if you would like to see the car. If you prefer, we can arrange to have a qualified, independent, professional mechanic perform a pre-purchase inspection for you (at your expense).

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL NOT ACCEPT PAYPAL AS A FORM OF PAYMENT. THIS IS TRUE FOR BOTH THE INITIAL DEPOSIT AS WELL AS THE FINAL PAYMENT.

Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours of auction end, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $500.00deposit is due within 48 hours of end of auction. The deposit can be made by cash (please do not mail cash!), bank check, cashier's check, or bank transfer (preferred). The remainder is due within 10 days of Auction end. The remaining balance must be made in the form of a bank transfer (preferred) Cashier'scheck, or bank check (all forms of payment subject to verification). PayPal will not be accepted as a form of payment for either the deposit or the final payment. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise. Please arrange financing prior to bidding. Once the final balance has been paid, title transfer paperwork will be initiated.

Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, we will gladly cooperate, and you can locate shippers by doing a search for "auto shippers”. We have relationships with both domestic and international shippers should you need some assistance.

This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have satisfied himself or she as to the condition and value and to purchase based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. Please Check My Feedback- I value my 100% positive rating, and will do my best to keep it.

The winning bidder should have the car insured from the time the final payment is made to us. Once final payment is made, we will exercise a generally accepted standard of care, but the buyer assumes all liability and risk once the final payment is made.

Before delivery of the vehicle, the winning bidder must provide a photocopy of a valid driver's license. Delivery is defined as the time at which physical possession of the car is transferred from us, the seller, to the buyer or the buyers' agent or chosen Transport Company.

If you are not sure about something, Please ASK. Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale.

http://www.tbird.org/DataPlate/cdata.htm

• Make: Ford
• Model: Thunderbird
• Type: Convertible
• Year: 1957
• Mileage: 10,200
• VIN: D7FH301188
• Color: Blue
• Engine size: 312 CID 245 HP “Y-Block” V8
• Number of cylinders: 8
• Power options: Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Seats
• Fuel: Gasoline
• Options: Cassette Player, Convertible
• Vehicle Title: Clear
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