1957' Ford Thunderbird

This is an AWESOME California car! It drives like a dream an has so many original options. More information and pictures coming soon! History of the 1957 Ford Thunderbird:For 1957, the Ford Thunderbird underwent some visual changes. Most notably, the front bumper was reconfigured, removing the large chrome nacelles, and adding fog lights to the corners. This opened up the grille visually, and made it seem more like the luxurious boulevard cruiser that it was.The Thunderbird inscription was moved from the rear quarter to ahead of the front quarter panel vent. Out back, the spare tire was moved back into the trunk, and the rear fascia was revised. The fins were thinned out and more pronounced, and the rear bumper featured a new design. At the corners of the bumper, the once-subtle exhaust outlets were replaced with wider integrated outlets.Inside, the 1957 Ford Thunderbird was available with new Dial-O-Matic four-way power seats. They performed the clever trick of sliding back when the ignition was turned off to make it easier to climb in and out.Engine options continued to feature the base 292 cid V-8 and 312 cid V-8. Buyers could also get the 312 V-8 in 245-hp and 270-hp variants, as well as a Racing Kit version with twin four-barrel Holley Carburetors. That third version of the 312 put out 285 hp and 343 lb-ft of torque.For 1957, Ford added a high-feature version of the 292 V-8. It featured twin McColloch superchargers, and put out a claimed 300 hp and 340 lb-ft of torque when new.Transmission options continued to be a 3-speed manual, an overdrive transmission, and a Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission.Ford sold 21,380 examples of the 1957 T-Bird, making the most successful year of the T-Birds early three-year run. It would be replaced by a larger, more spacious Thunderbird in 1958, leading to the first generation cars being referred to as Baby Birds. 1957 Ford Thunderbird InfoBody Styles2dr Convertible Engine Type8-cyl. 312cid/245hp 4bblAdditional InfoCurb Weight: 3134 lbs.Vehicle Length: 181.4 in.Wheel Base: 102 in. Standard Equipment3-Speed Manual TransmissionBucket SeatsRemovable Hardtop (not included)TachometerOptional EquipmentAMAutomatic TransmissionHeater/DefrosterPower BrakesPower SteeringPower WindowsSeat BeltsSoft Top-FabricWhite Sidewall Tires1957 Ford Thunderbird 2dr Convertible InfoNumber Produced21,380CURRENT & HISTORICAL VALUESView current vehicle values and see how theyve changed over time in a 3-year, 5-year and to-date intervals. Compare these values to other vehicles and benchmark financial indices.Current Values#1 Concours$123,000Condition #1 vehicles are the best in the world. The visual image is of the best vehicle, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Perfectly clean, the vehicle has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, and materials used are correct and superbly fitted. The one word description for #1 vehicles is concours.#2 Excellent $79,400#3 Good $45,800 We appreciate our customers here at Valleyside Automotive Company and we never charge dealer fees. Our quality inventory, low prices and stellar customer service is second to none.We carry a great selection of pre-owned cars, SUVs, and trucks. When you compare our vehicles, youll find that our prices are the lowest in town.Low prices, great quality, high options and honest service are what set Valleyside apart from other dealerships. Our inventory is what you would expect from a large franchise dealer, while our prices are much lower and we do not charge dealer fees, which will save you thousands. Come on in today and experience the Valleyside difference! Call or visit today. Located at 12541 Memorial Parkway SE, Huntsville AL, 35803. See you soon!