1955 Ford - Thunderbird

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Ford was looking for something to compete with the Chevrolet Corvette which started to show quickly as a popular segment but didn't want to pursue the sports car necessary but created a segment all of its own. With the clever marketing plan in place, Ford began the production of the Ford Thunderbird in 1955 as a Personal Car segment and although it was very much sporty two-seater convertible just like the Corvette, it paid more attention to luxury and comfort more so than the competition. This model did not inherit its second row of seats until 1958 and from there it slowly but surely grew in size, generation after generation until 1977 when the larger cars lost their popularity in the market. The Thunderbird was one of the longest lasting nametags for Ford and started strong by selling 23 models for every one Corvette sold when it first hit the market. The only changes completed between its inception model to the 1956 was moving the spare tire to a continental-style rear bumper in order to make more room within the trunk. This vehicle is coming to you in a custom white and silver exterior paint job (urethane) and is paired to a red and white vinyl interior that is done up just right. Some key features on this Thunderbird include; rebuilt 292ci engine, 2 speed automatic transmission, dropped spindles, lowering blocks (3” front, 2” rear), power disc / drum brakes, power rack & pinion steering, dual exhaust, Goodyear tires, 18” Coys wheels, tube grille, louvered rear panel, narrowed/tucked bumpers, narrowed 50 Chev rear license frame, newer convertible top and frame, matching hard top with new seals, leather covered steering wheel, 12 volt wiring, newer battery, new gas gauge and sender 12 volt. From behind the wheel this vehicle starts and drives great and with its removable hard top in excellent condition, this is the best of both worlds.

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