1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible 0 Blue Convertible 312 CID V8 3 Speed Automati

1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Description

For sale in our Indianapolis Showroom is a 1957 Ford Thunderbird. The Thunderbird created a market niche that eventually became known as the personal luxury car.The Ford Thunderbird began life in February 1953 in direct response to Chevrolet's new sports car, the Corvette, which was publicly unveiled in prototype form just a month before. 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 later on in 1954 on September 9 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 and more athletic in shape, and had features like a hood scoop and a 150 mph speedometer hinting a higher performance nature that other Fords didn't possess.

This 1957 Thunderbird has Starmist Blue Paint with a matching two tone interior. It also has a navy blue soft top and a Starmist Blue Hard top with Stand. This car has aftermarket AC that blows cold. This beatuy is powered by 312 cubic inch motor with a 3 speed transmision. The engine was rebuilt just over 2,000 miles ago. The 1957 Thunderbird is also equipped with Wipers, Power Steering, Seat belts,and Leather Seats. This is a great example of a period correct Tbird that has won many shows. Car has documentation of maintence that the owner has completed over several years. If your looking for a 1950s Thunderbird that has been loved and well cared for this is the one. This 1957 Ford Thunderbird for sale is located in our Indianapolis Showroom and can be seen in greater detail, including a High Def video at Please call 317-245-6119 or email us at for additional information.