The 1957 Ford Thunderbird is among the most recognisable American cars of the post-war era. The final year of the first-generation two-seater, nicknamed “Baby Bird”, the 1957 model year is particularly sought after. It is distinguished by its sculpted tailfins, its hardtop with porthole windows and its spare wheel integrated into the rear bumper. A true icon of 1950s automotive style, the Thunderbird has a personality all of its own, quite distinct from the Mustang, which arrived a few years later.
 
This car was originally delivered via Ford France, in Paris, on 24 October 1957. It has been in the hands of its current owner for around twenty years. During this time it has been used regularly and kept in a heated garage. The vendor describes it as very reliable, claiming it has never left him stranded. Significant mechanical work has been carried out and the interior has been refurbished with new seats, carpet and door panels, presented as new. Finished in white with a black and white interior and brushed aluminium trim, this Thunderbird, equipped with a three-speed manual gearbox, is offered with a set of spare parts and a dedicated hardtop storage stand.
 

BEFORE YOU BUY 

This sale is subject to the Car & Classic terms and conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer, you also agree to the following: 

✓ The vendor is registered as a private seller, meaning consumer rights under European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you remain covered by the Car & Classic terms and conditions. 

✓ We require non-refundable fees to be paid if you are the successful winner of the auction or if your offer is accepted. Please refer to our FAQs and terms and conditions for specific pricing. 

✓ This vehicle is “sold as seen”, on an “as is, where is” basis and without warranty. Photographs and descriptions are provided for guidance only, and it is standard practice to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle before purchase for your own peace of mind. 

✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing. 

✓ We want the transaction to run smoothly, just as you do, which is why cars and motorcycles registered in the UK and listed on Car & Classic are subject to an HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and that they are not subject to a finance lien, so you can bid with confidence. 

✓ We also check whether vehicles are recorded as written off following a total loss at the time the listing is placed on Car & Classic and we provide salvage category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) to help you. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the vehicle's status, and it is always worthwhile carrying out a full vehicle history check before making an offer on it. 

✓ Buyers are responsible for collecting or arranging delivery of the vehicle. Importing vehicles may incur additional customs duties and import taxes. If you wish, we can recommend a third-party transport company that can help. For more details, or to speak to the team, email auctions@carandclassic.com.