1957 Ford Thunderbird

Description

The 1957 Ford Thunderbird holds a singular place in American automotive history as the final year of the original two-seat body style. Arriving with revised styling over the 1955–56 cars and available with a 312ci V8 in multiple states of tune, the '57 T-Bird combined genuine performance with the kind of personal luxury that Ford had invented with the nameplate's debut just two years prior.

Refinished under previous ownership in a shade similar to the factory Starmist Blue, this ‘57 T-Bird features a white vinyl soft top and interior upholstery. The 312ci V8 engine was reportedly overhauled within the last 3,000 miles, topped with a four-barrel Holley carburetor, and additional work under current ownership is said to have included an overhaul of the 3-speed automatic transmission, front suspension and brakes service, and installation of power-assisted steering. A larger front sway bar replaces the original, and a rear sway bar has been installed.

A stock Town and Country radio remains in place, while a lower-dash RetroSound audio system paired with modern aftermarket components in the trunk have been added.

This 1957 Ford Thunderbird is now offered at no reserve with a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

Highlights

• Final year of the two-seat Thunderbird body style

• 312ci V8 fueled by a Holley four-barrel carburetor

• Power-assisted brakes and steering

• Refinished in blue under prior ownership

• White vinyl soft top and interior upholstery

• RetroSound head unit

Factory Equipment

• 312ci V8 engine

• Holley four-barrel carburetor

• Ford-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission

• Power-assisted drum brakes

• Power-adjustable seat

• Power windows

• Town and Country AM radio

• The chassis number (D7FH173573) decodes as:

  • D – 312ci V8 4bbl 245 hp

  • 7 – 1957 model year

  • F – Dearborn, Michigan, assembly plant

  • H – Thunderbird 2-door convertible

  • 173573 – Sequential production number

Modifications

• Chrome-finished 14″ wire-spoke wheels with faux knock-off hubcaps

• Power-assisted steering upgrade

• Alternator conversion

• 4-core radiator

• Larger front stabilizer bar

• Added rear stabilizer bar

• RetroSound head unit mounted below dash

• Aftermarket speakers and subwoofer

Servicing & Documentation

• The seller reports the following servicing within the last 3,000 miles:

  • Engine and transmission overhauled

  • Holley carburetor rebuilt

  • Various front suspension components replaced

  • Various brake components replaced

  • Steering box replaced

Known Imperfections

• Older refurbishment with age-related wear

• Paint chips and imperfections throughout

• Body filler present in passenger-side quarter panel and other locations

• Corrosion on wheels

• Holes in convertible soft top

• Clock is inoperative

• Speedometer needle bounces

• Driver's side window cracked (replacement reportedly included)

Additional Information

The clean Florida title lists "ODO - exceeds mechanical limits" under the Brands section.