1957 Thunderbird Convertible Dual Quad V8 Super Clean T-bird 1 Of 1! on 2040-cars
Forest Hills, New York, United States
Body Type:CONVERTIBLE W/HARDTOP
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:FAST BURN 385HP CHEVY V8 CRATE ENGINE (ZZ4 BLOCK)
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird
Trim: CONVERTIBLE HARDTOP
Options: Convertible
Drive Type: REAR WHEEL DRIVE
Power Options: Power Seats
Mileage: 8,350
Sub Model: WATCH VIDEO!
Exterior Color: Red
Number of Doors: 2
Interior Color: BLACK/WHITE
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
HERE IS A GORGEOUS LOOKING AND ONE OF A KIND 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE WITH FACTORY HARDTOP THAT WILL BLOW YOUR SOCKS OFF. VERY COOL RESTO-MOD TYPE CRUISER WAITING FOR A NEW OWNER!
OPTIONS:
Manual steering
Manual front DISC brakes
FB385 Chevy crate engine (see below)
Automatic 700R4 transmission
Dual Flowmaster exhaust
Power 4 way seats
Vehicle came out of sunny Florida. This car was acquired from the 3rd owner I believe. It received a resto-mod style restoration during 2000-2001 and has been gently driven and enjoyed since, entering countless car shows, cruise nights and local car events. This is NOT for the T-bird purist that wants to have a concourse correct car, but it is the T-bird that Ford SHOULD HAVE BUILT back in the 50s, with enough power to blow the socks off any other car out there. Vehicle was also appraised during that time by 3rd party appraisal company that estimated it to be worth in the mid 20Ks (this was back in 2000 and prices are MUCH higher now of course).
Under the hood lies a nearly new GM FB385 engine (FB is short for "Fast Burn", and the 385 is the amount of horsepower this baby pushes to the ground!). Engine was purchased from GM through Jim Butler (ALL RECEIPTS AND DOCUMENTATION INCLUDED, there is a folder 3 inches thick with every single part that went into this vehicle) out of Michigan. Purchased in 2000 and installed shortly thereafter by GM master mechanics and driven only 8350 miles since. It is basically a ZZ4 engine (and we all know how much fun those are) but with a lot more goodies added to it. Below are the detailed specs:
TECHNICAL SPECS
* TECH SPECS: Fast Burn 385 Turn-Key
* Part Number: 12499710
* Engine type: Chevy small-block V-8
* Displacement (cu in): 350
* Bore x stroke (in): 4.00 x 3.48
* Block (P/N 10105123): Cast iron with 4-bolt main caps
* Crankshaft (P/N 12556307): Forged steel
* Connecting rods (P/N 10108688): Powdered metal steel
* Pistons (P/N 10159436): Hypereutectic aluminum
* Camshaft type (P/N 10185071): Hydraulic roller
* Camshaft lift (in): .474 intake / .510 exhaust
* Camshaft duration (@.050 in): 208° intake / 221° exhaust
* Cylinder heads (P/N 12464298): Fast Burn aluminum;
* 62cc chambers
* Valve size (in): 2.00 intake / 1.55 exhaust
* Compression ratio: 9.6:1
* Rocker arms (P/N 10089648): stamped steel
* Rocker arm ratio: 1.5:1
* Recommended fuel: 92 octane
* Ignition timing: 32° total @ 4000 rpm with vacuum
* advance disconnected
* Maximum rpm: 5800
In addition to the motor, the T-bird was fitted with A TON of brand name performance parts, including MSD distributor and MSD performance plug wires, Edelbrock aluminum intake manifold with DUAL Edelbrock 4bbl. carburetors, GM performance valve covers, Flowmaster dual exhaust, Holley electric fuel pump, Autometer gauges, etc. etc.
Mechanically it fires right up and sounds great. Transmission is solid and shifts good through all the gears without any noises or grinding (it is a more modern 700R4, replacing the original Ford automatic that this car originally came with). Car feels great, handles the road nicely, sounds absolutely awesome and is extremely responsive!
Interior is mostly stock and ALL NEW. Seats were completely reupholstered. Carpet is newer. Door panels are newer as well as newer kick panels. Headliner looks good with no major issues. Dash pad is excellent. Steering wheel normal minor wear. Hardtop looks very good with good headliner with normal wear on the inside. Overall beautifully presentable for a nice driver.
Chrome has been REPLACED THROUGHOUT! (NEW front and rear bumpers and various other chrome trim pieces, some even NOS).
The old girl is NOT perfect by any means of course so please keep that in mind when bidding. Paint is overall GOOD to VERY GOOD overall with NICE shine but not perfect of course (was painted in 2000-2001 so it has some normal wear from driving, as well as a few imperfections here and there like a couple of chips that were touched up, a minor crack in the body by rear driver's side lower quarter, and the like). Doors sag a bit and should have hinges adjusted or replaced. Underside has had various patches on floorboards, and in a few areas in the trunk, including the bottom of the spare tire well (overall looks decent but not factory panels). Frame overall appears solid throughout except for some undercoating that is peeling in various spots and a couple of areas where there have been a couple of modifications for the drivetrain. Not working: power seats (not connected), perhaps a bulb or two may need replacing where needed.
If you just want a GOOD LOOKING AND SUPER FUN DRIVER that runs/drives BEAUTIFULLY, then this is the car for you. If you want a concourse correct show car, it will need a considerable amount of restoration to bring it up to that level of course. I ENCOURAGE ANYONE BIDDING OR SERIOUSLY INTERESTED TO COME LOOK AT IT IN PERSON. I WILL BE GLAD TO SHOW IT TO YOU TOP TO BOTTOM SO YOU KNOW EXACTLY WHAT YOU'RE GETTING INTO.
We would like to encourage you to Please follow our rules of the auction and refrain from creating your own! All inspections must be completed prior to auction close. Winning bidder will provide a $1000 deposit within 48 hrs of auction close. Remaining Balance will be paid in full within 7 days of Auction close. All vehicles must be removed within 14 days of Auction close, After such time a $20 a day storage fee will be applied. All vehicles are sold AS/IS please review our warrenty policy below. Warranty Information: 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 herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgement 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. Terms and Conditions Cash (in person) is preferred. Bank Wire transfer is acceptable, as well as a cashier's check (MUST clear in full before vehicle is released). $1000 non-refundable deposit within 48 hours.
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