This 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible, which has seen some recent restoration work and service updates, has “no known mechanical issues.” It also retains its original Raven Black exterior and black-and-white interior colors, and the car comes with a hardtop. Additionally, the engine compartment was recently detailed with a repaint of the engine in the correct red, along with new gray coatings on the exhaust manifolds. There are a few needs with the car, but it is said to be in good-running condition. “It starts right up and runs well,” says the seller.
This 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible, which has seen some recent restoration work and service updates, has “no known mechanical issues.” It also retains its original Raven Black exterior and black-and-white interior colors, and the car comes with a hardtop. Additionally, the engine compartment was recently detailed with a repaint of the engine in the correct red, along with new gray coatings on the exhaust manifolds. There are a few needs with the car, but it is said to be in good-running condition. “It starts right up and runs well,” says the seller.
FEATURES
The “P” in the VIN indicates the car was originally equipped with a 292-cu.in. OHV V8.
According to the seller, a 312-cu.in. OHV V8 now resides under the hood.
It’s paired with a three-speed manual transmission with overdrive.
The carburetor has been rebuilt and the valve cover gaskets replaced.
An electric fuel pump has been added.
Additionally, the timing and dwell have been recently adjusted.
The solenoid and wiring for the transmission’s overdrive unit have been recently replaced.
The car also has a new battery.
On the exterior, this T-Bird has been repainted its original Raven Black color.
The finish appears good, but perhaps not show-quality.
There appears to be a minor blemish or paint crack on the nose, below the crossed-flags emblem.
The door and hood gaps are said to be very good.
Per the seller, the car has no known accident history, but there has been previous rust repair.
That includes work to the inner rockers, floorpan patches, and repairs to the trunk drops.
The car has a tan soft top and a body-color hardtop.
The soft top is said to be in very good condition, while the hardtop reportedly needs “TLC.”
Inside, the A-code black-and-white interior is said to be in great condition.
There’s little apparent wear in the upholstery, carpet, and door panel trim.
Wear and a crack are seen on the steering wheel rim and some of the interior chrome is pitted.
The turn signal switch has been rebuilt and the power seat wiring harness has been replaced.
Additional equipment includes manual steering and manual drum brakes.
The brake master cylinder has been rebuilt, while wheel cylinders and hoses have been replaced.
Larger front and rear anti-sway bars have been added to enhance handling.
The car drives on radial tires mounted on factory 15-inch steel wheels with full wheel covers.
The wheel covers are said to be in “excellent” condition.
Although the tires appear to show most of their tread, they’re said to be older.
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