Drivetrain
Chassis
Body
1955 Ford Thunderbird Southern California Continental Kit Award Wimning TorchRed
1955 Thunderbird
292 Y Block V8 Automatic
Original engine and automatic transmission
Power steering, Continental Kit
Torch Red factory color R code
Chrome air cleaner cover
Upgraded finned polished aluminum valve covers
Dress up chrome bay fan shroud and heater fan housing.
Engine was removed, painted and refreshed, with new gaskets, seals as well as hoses and belts less than 1,000 miles. Engine bay was painted at the same time car was painted.
Southern California car restored approx 2008, stored and covered indoors. Near flawless body and paint, lazer straight lines and gaps. Front and rear bumpers have been re-chromed and look incredible. Chrome headlights brows, original unrestored steering wheel and other features make this classic standout from other similar cars.
This Baby TBird has won numerous awards of excellence and trophies at local and major car shows. Single family owned and loved since 1988 in Southern California.
All gauges including tach work properly. 12 volt conversion generator and voltage regulator. The car fires right up and runs great. It is comfortable at freeway and does not get hot. After market under dash temp gauge works perfectly.
No cracks on dash. Removable hardtop with port holes in excellent condition.
Solid floor, chrome is excellent, all exterior moldings, trim and emblems are in like new condition.
Odometer is non op and reads 7,710 miles / actual miles believed to be 107K+ miles on the engine and car.
This is a stunning example of the 1st year design which for rushed to market to compete with the Corvette. The 1955 Thunderbird was designed by well known Legendary Designer Frank Hershey who designed Duesenberg's, Buicks, Packards, Peerless, Pontiacs, Cadillacs and Fords. Little known story about this car is that Frank Hershey has been for more than few drives in this car. (See Images) The ash tray was also signed by Frank Hershey as well as other pictures with the car with Mr Hershey.
Disclosures: CD player and stereo are currently non operational, clock is non operational, transmission and engine have typical minimal fluid leaks after being driven.
This Baby Bird is a show car that will get tons of attention with top on or off. Easy and fun to drive, handles great and reliable to drive to shows and cruises. The level of restoration is a 9 out of 10 and the car show awards will continue to be presented to the next owner.
VIN = P5FH165367
Clear California Title and current California DMV registration.
Located in Temecula California 92591
Call or Text Greg at 951.348.5794
Terms and Conditions
California Classic Car is NOT a dealership, we represent only vehicles we have personally inspected and evaluated.
You Tube video and pictures you see in this listing are the actual condition of the vehicle. There is NO WARRANTY expressed or implied on any vehicles.
We have access to exclusive Southern California Classic car collections. No Tax, No Fees, No Hassles. We do not finance or accept personal checks. California Classic Car in Murrieta California has 5 Star Google Ratings from buyers and sellers alike. Please take a minute to check out our 18 year 100% ebay feedback rating.
Transport Assistance can be coordinated to all lower 48 States at approx .65 cents per mile open Carrier from zip code 92595.
Enclosed transport assistance is also available at approx $1.49 cents per mile.
California transport may be slightly higher based on fuel and other state regulations and fees.
Buyer will be directly responsible for Shipping contract between the transport company and buyer. Buyer will also be solely responsible for making payment directly to transport company outside of the actual eBay vehicle purchase agreement. California Classic Car will ensure vehicles are loaded onto transport truck at time of pickup.
951.348.5794
1955 Ford Thunderbird
$42,500
- Engine
- 292 V8
- Transmission
- 3 Speed Automatic
- Exterior
- Torch Red
- Interior
- Red & White
Description
1955 Thunderbird
292 Y Block V8 Automatic
Original engine and automatic transmission
Power steering, Continental Kit
Torch Red factory color R code
Chrome air cleaner cover
Upgraded finned polished aluminum valve covers
Dress up chrome bay fan shroud and heater fan housing.
Engine was removed, painted and refreshed, with new gaskets, seals as well as hoses and belts less than 1,000 miles. Engine bay was painted at the same time car was painted.
Southern California car restored approx 2008, stored and covered indoors. Near flawless body and paint, lazer straight lines and gaps. Front and rear bumpers have been re-chromed and look incredible. Chrome headlights brows, original unrestored steering wheel and other features make this classic standout from other similar cars.
This Baby TBird has won numerous awards of excellence and trophies at local and major car shows. Single family owned and loved since 1988 in Southern California.
All gauges including tach work properly. 12 volt conversion generator and voltage regulator. The car fires right up and runs great. It is comfortable at freeway and does not get hot. After market under dash temp gauge works perfectly.
No cracks on dash. Removable hardtop with port holes in excellent condition.
Solid floor, chrome is excellent, all exterior moldings, trim and emblems are in like new condition.
Odometer is non op and reads 7,710 miles / actual miles believed to be 107K+ miles on the engine and car.
This is a stunning example of the 1st year design which for rushed to market to compete with the Corvette. The 1955 Thunderbird was designed by well known Legendary Designer Frank Hershey who designed Duesenberg's, Buicks, Packards, Peerless, Pontiacs, Cadillacs and Fords. Little known story about this car is that Frank Hershey has been for more than few drives in this car. (See Images) The ash tray was also signed by Frank Hershey as well as other pictures with the car with Mr Hershey.
Disclosures: CD player and stereo are currently non operational, clock is non operational, transmission and engine have typical minimal fluid leaks after being driven.
This Baby Bird is a show car that will get tons of attention with top on or off. Easy and fun to drive, handles great and reliable to drive to shows and cruises. The level of restoration is a 9 out of 10 and the car show awards will continue to be presented to the next owner.
VIN = P5FH165367
Clear California Title and current California DMV registration.
Located in Temecula California 92591
Call or Text Greg at 951.348.5794
Terms and Conditions
California Classic Car is NOT a dealership, we represent only vehicles we have personally inspected and evaluated.
You Tube video and pictures you see in this listing are the actual condition of the vehicle. There is NO WARRANTY expressed or implied on any vehicles.
We have access to exclusive Southern California Classic car collections. No Tax, No Fees, No Hassles....
1955 Thunderbird
292 Y Block V8 Automatic
Original engine and automatic transmission
Power steering, Continental Kit
Torch Red factory color R code
Chrome air cleaner cover
Upgraded finned polished aluminum valve covers
Dress up chrome bay fan shroud and heater fan housing.
Engine was removed, painted and refreshed, with new gaskets, seals as well as hoses and belts less than 1,000 miles. Engine bay was painted at the same time car was painted.
Southern California car restored approx 2008, stored and covered indoors. Near flawless body and paint, lazer straight lines and gaps. Front and rear bumpers have been re-chromed and look incredible. Chrome headlights brows, original unrestored steering wheel and other features make this classic standout from other similar cars.
This Baby TBird has won numerous awards of excellence and trophies at local and major car shows. Single family owned and loved since 1988 in Southern California.
All gauges including tach work properly. 12 volt conversion generator and voltage regulator. The car fires right up and runs great. It is comfortable at freeway and does not get hot. After market under dash temp gauge works perfectly.
No cracks on dash. Removable hardtop with port holes in excellent condition.
Solid floor, chrome is excellent, all exterior moldings, trim and emblems are in like new condition.
Odometer is non op and reads 7,710 miles / actual miles believed to be 107K+ miles on the engine and car.
This is a stunning example of the 1st year design which for rushed to market to compete with the Corvette. The 1955 Thunderbird was designed by well known Legendary Designer Frank Hershey who designed Duesenberg's, Buicks, Packards, Peerless, Pontiacs, Cadillacs and Fords. Little known story about this car is that Frank Hershey has been for more than few drives in this car. (See Images) The ash tray was also signed by Frank Hershey as well as other pictures with the car with Mr Hershey.
Disclosures: CD player and stereo are currently non operational, clock is non operational, transmission and engine have typical minimal fluid leaks after being driven.
This Baby Bird is a show car that will get tons of attention with top on or off. Easy and fun to drive, handles great and reliable to drive to shows and cruises. The level of restoration is a 9 out of 10 and the car show awards will continue to be presented to the next owner.
VIN = P5FH165367
Clear California Title and current California DMV registration.
Located in Temecula California 92591
Call or Text Greg at 951.348.5794
Terms and Conditions
California Classic Car is NOT a dealership, we represent only vehicles we have personally inspected and evaluated.
You Tube video and pictures you see in this listing are the actual condition of the vehicle. There is NO WARRANTY expressed or implied on any vehicles.
We have access to exclusive Southern California Classic car collections. No Tax, No Fees, No Hassles. We do not finance or accept personal checks. California Classic Car in Murrieta California has 5 Star Google Ratings from buyers and sellers alike. Please take a minute to check out our 18 year 100% ebay feedback rating.
Transport Assistance can be coordinated to all lower 48 States at approx .65 cents per mile open Carrier from zip code 92595.
Enclosed transport assistance is also available at approx $1.49 cents per mile.
California transport may be slightly higher based on fuel and other state regulations and fees.
Buyer will be directly responsible for Shipping contract between the transport company and buyer. Buyer will also be solely responsible for making payment directly to transport company outside of the actual eBay vehicle purchase agreement. California Classic Car will ensure vehicles are loaded onto transport truck at time of pickup.
951.348.5794
Vehicle Specs
Engine
- Engine Size
- 292 V8
- Transmission Type
- 3 Speed Automatic
Body
- Body Color
- Torch Red
- Body Style
- Roadster
Basic
- Year
- 1955
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Thunderbird
- Miles
- 7,710
Interior
- Interior Color
- Red & White
Options
- 1955 Thunderbird
- 292 Y Block V8 Automatic
- Original engine and automatic transmission
- Power steering, Continental Kit
- Torch Red factory color R code
- Chrome air cleaner cover
- Upgraded finned polished aluminum valve covers
- Dress up chrome bay fan shroud and heater fan housing.
- Engine was removed, painted and refreshed, with new gaskets, seals as well as hoses and belts less than 1,000 miles. Engine bay was painted at the same time car was painted.
- Southern California car restored approx 2008, stored and covered indoors. Near flawless body and paint, lazer straight lines and gaps. Front and rear bumpers have been rechromed and look incredible. Chrome headlights brows, original unrestored steering wheel and other features make this classic standout from other similar cars.
- This Baby TBird has won numerous awards of excellence and trophies at local and major car shows. Single family owned and loved since 1988 in Southern California.
- All gauges including tach work properly. 12 volt conversion generator and voltage regulator. The car fires right up and runs great. It is comfortable at freeway and does not get hot. After market under dash temp gauge works perfectly.
- No cracks on dash. Removable hardtop with port holes in excellent condition.
- Solid floor, chrome is excellent, all exterior moldings, trim and emblems are in like new condition.
- Odometer is non op and reads 7,710 miles / actual miles believed to be 107K+ miles on the engine and car.
- This is a stunning example of the 1st year design which for rushed to market to compete with the Corvette. The 1955 Thunderbird was designed by well known Legendary Designer Frank Hershey who designed Duesenberg's, Buicks, Packards, Peerless, Pontiacs, Cadillacs and Fords. Little known story about this car is that Frank Hershey has been for more than few drives in this car. (See Images) The ash tray was also signed by Frank Hershey as well as other pictures with the car with Mr Hershey.
- Disclosures: CD player and stereo are currently non operational, clock is non operational, transmission and engine have typical minimal fluid leaks after being driven.
- This Baby Bird is a show car that will get tons of attention with top on or off. Easy and fun to drive, handles great and reliable to drive to shows and cruises. The level of restoration is a 9 out of 10 and the car show awards will continue to be presented to the next owner.
- VIN = P5FH165367
- Clear California Title and current California DMV registration.
- Located in Temecula California 92591
- Call or Text Greg at 951.348.5794
- Terms and Conditions
- California Classic Car is NOT a dealership, we represent only vehicles we have personally inspected and evaluated.
- You Tube video and pictures you see in this listing are the actual condition of the vehicle. There is NO WARRANTY expressed or implied on any vehicles.
- We have access to exclusive Southern California Classic car collections. No Tax, No Fees, No Hassles. We do not finance or accept personal checks. California Classic Car in Murrieta California has 5 Star Google Ratings from buyers and sellers alike. Please take a minute to check out our 18 year 100% ebay feedback rating.
- Transport Assistance can be coordinated to all lower 48 States at approx .65 cents per mile open Carrier from zip code 92595.
- Enclosed transport assistance is also available at approx $1.49 cents per mile.
- California transport may be slightly higher based on fuel and other state regulations and fees.
- Buyer will be directly responsible for Shipping contract between the transport company and buyer. Buyer will also be solely responsible for making payment directly to transport company outside of the actual eBay vehicle purchase agreement. California Classic Car will ensure vehicles are loaded onto transport truck at time of pickup.
- 951.348.5794
$42,500
- Engine
- 292 V8
- Transmission
- 3 Speed Automatic
- Exterior
- Torch Red
- Interior
- Red & White