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Ford Thunderbird 312 V8 1955

Allmän beskrivning : SMOOTH RUNNING & DRIVING CRUISER! BOTH TOPS, 3SPD MANUAL, CORRECT TORCH RED!

It's about as pivotal a part of American automotive lore as the highway itself and still features its original colors both inside and out. This 1955 Ford Thunderbird is a true classic among classics - it represents the very first year of the very first generation of the model. It's running and driving great and presents the opportunity to own a coveted ride that's ready to roll just as soon as you get it home.
Its Torch red exterior represents one of the signature color choices for its era and is the same shade it left the factory with more than 60 years ago. The paint still presents well - rest assured that the head turning prowess of this vintage drop top has not ebbed in the least and it cuts quite an appearance just as it is, but a skillful freshening of the color is a definite option for the prospective owner inclined toward bringing out its absolute best. There are a lot of great visual details to behold - the front bumper features dual bullet ornamentation and sits below a distinctive front grille, while a tasteful factory scoop rises from the hood. If you swing around to the side, you'll notice the fender skirts that add yet another bit of eye candy. The chrome on all four sides presents well - both the front and rear bumpers look very fresh and the signature fender scoops are well-represented here. During those times when the skies darken, there's both a white vinyl convertible top and a matching red accessory hard top on hand for protection.
The interior sports its original red and white color scheme and its charm is undeniable. The two tone bench seat at its center appears to be in very solid shape, with plenty of life left in it - it's an inspired and very comfortable vantage point from which to navigate this venerable Ford. Even better, the power adjustment still works just as intended to move the seat into the perfect position. The door panels on both sides still look sharp, as does the carpeting below. The factory-issue Thunderbird steering wheel still sits on its column, while just beyond it the dash area is another definite visual draw. Its textured aluminum accents look particularly sharp and the gauges in the cluster are very clear and easily readable, although the factory clock and tach will need a bit of attention to get them back online. A tap on the horn will be plenty to let those around you know of your presence - it's entertainingly loud. The trunk area in back looks solid, with a full-size factory spare securely mounted inside and fresh vinyl lining the floor.
The stock-looking engine compartment has been well looked after and features a period-correct 292 cubic inch V8 at its center, carrying a 4-barrel carb that sits under a fetching chrome air cleaner on top and a pair of sharp looking Thunderbird-branded valve covers on its sides. This very road-ready powerplant teams with a 3-speed manual transmission that's shifting very smoothly and features an overdrive gear to keep revs down at highway speeds. This T-Bird provides a very pleasant driving experience and a number of components have been replaced fairly recently to up its dependability factor, including the carburetor, fuel pump, distributor and brake pads. The view from below is reassuring - the undercarriage shows the patina you'd expect after all these years but appears very solid, and you can see the bracing Ford employed to maximize the body rigidity of this open-air classic. An important part of automotive history, it cruises on a set of 15" stock wheels with chrome hubcaps that carry vintage looking white wall tires.
This 1955 Ford Thunderbird offers the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a smooth driving piece of American automotive history at a good price. Call today!

Features : Power Seats, Vinyl Interior, Removable Hard Top, Cassette Player, AM/FM Radio

https://www.streetsideclassics.com/vehicles/3043-dfw/1955-ford-thunderbird

1955 Ford Thunderbird 312 V8 is listed såld on ClassicDigest in Fort Worth by Streetside Classics for $31995.

 

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Karosstyp : Personbil Märke : Ford Modell : Thunderbird Modellversion : 312 V8 Motorvolym : 0.0 Årsmodell : 1955 Karosstyp : Convertible Läge : Dallas/Fort Worth

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Ford, som grundades 1902, har utan tvekan förändrat historien om bilvärlden mer än någon annan biltillverkare genom att införa de första folkbilen Modell T 1908. De hade producerat mer än 15 miljoner bilar i slutet av produktionen 1927, genom vilket T hade blivit föråldrade.

Ford lanserade den första lågpris V8-motor driven bil 1932. 1932 V8 var en omedelbar hit med överlägsen hantering och prestanda för många betydligt mer expansiva bilar av dagen. Inte undra på 32 V8 Ford har blivit en sådan favorit bland heta rodders runt om i världen med 32 Deuce Coupe som sin ikon.

Under kriget Ford helt stänga civil bilproduktionen att ägna alla sina resurser till de allierade krigsansträngningarna (1942-1945) De används för att bygga B-24 bombplan, flygmotorer, jeepar, M-4 stridsvagnar, militära lastbilar och Bren-gun bärare och mer än 30.000 super laddade Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 motorer till Mosquito och Lancaster bombplan samt P-51 Mustang fighters. Efter kriget Ford bilar i USA blev större och flashier tillsammans med sina konkurrenter. I 60: s Ford var tillbaka i förgrunden igen när man inför deras kommersiella hit Mustang 1964. Mustang var så populär tävlingen var tvungen att följa Fords exempel och ponycar fenomenet tog över USA. Under åren ponnyer växte några muskler tills oljekrisen döda äntligen dödat dem.

På sextiotalet rusade Ford i internationell motorsport scenen med en raseri. Efter misslyckade Ferrari övertagande, då Enzo Ferrari hade klippt affären av med Henry Ford II gör det senare absolut koka av vrede, vände Ford till Lola i Storbritannien för att producera en Ferrari slog långdistans racer efter. Samarbetet mellan Ford och Lola skapade den mäktiga Ford GT40 som absolut slog Ferrari i Le Mans 24 flera gånger.

I Europa införde Ford några av de mest episka race och rallybilar av 60-talet som bygger på ödmjuka familj sedaner; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, och Escort 1600RS med de ikoniska Cosworth BDA motorer.

Idag klassiska Fords är mycket populär bland entusiaster och ett stort urval av klassiska Fords finns till försäljning på www.ClassicDigest.com