This number matching Restomod 1955 Ford Thunderbird was the 56th on the production line. Powered by a complete rebuilt 292ci V8 bored out to a 312ci paired with automatic transmission, and its revised bodywork is finished in the original T-Bird Blue and incorporates wheel skirts and whitewall tires or a modified look with custom American Racing wheels for the roadster look. Further modifications include a Holley-carburetor, a Ridetech air suspension, 17″ American Racing wheels w/ Michelin Cross Climate tires, Wilwood disc brakes, power steering. Replacement front seat trimmed in teal and white new carpet, power windows, and power steering have been installed. This modified Thunderbird is now offered in New York, with a New York title in the owner’s name.
Listing Details
Chassis: P5FH100060
150 Miles Shown, TMU
Ford 292ci Bored to a 312ci V8
Holley-Carburetor
Automatic Transmission
T-Bird Blue Paint
Teal & White Upholstery
Power Seat
Power Windows
MDS Ignition
17" American Racing Wheels
Wilwood Disc Brakes
Ridetech Air Suspension
Rear Bumper Exit Exhaust
White Convertible Top
Skirts with Original Wheels and Whitewalls
The bodywork was completed by previous owner, the rear American Racing wheels 17” x 8” air shocks need to be extended for ride. The exhaust outlets are incorporated in the rear bumper. The seller reports that the revised bodywork was finished in T-Bird Blue and matches the production number in 2015. Noted flaws include paint bubbles and chips. American Racing 17″ five-spoke wheels are mounted with 215/65 front and 235/60 rear Michelin Cross Climate directional tires. Independent front suspension and a Ridetech Air Coil over rear setup are equipped along with Ridetech air suspension components. The car is also fitted with power steering and wilwood disc brakes. The cabin houses power-adjustable bench seats that were refurbished to match the original Thunderbird and are trimmed in Teal & White. The color scheme extends to the door panels and center console, the latter of which incorporates door handles and switches for the power windows. and engine-turned trim accents the dashboard and door panels. The original steering wheel is adorned with bright accents and frames a sweeping 150-mph speedometer, which is flanked by an 5k-rpm tachometer and an analog clock. The five-digit odometer shows 3742, approximately 150 of which were added under current drivetrain break-in. Power is routed to the rear wheels via a ford-o-matic 3 speed transmission
$54,500