Basic information and history

The 1957 Ford Thunderbird concludes the first generation of Ford’s two-seat personal car. The year is characterized by an updated front end and a sharper rear with discreet fins, and the spare wheel was moved back into the trunk after the 1956 external solution. The model was offered with Ford’s Y‑block V8 and could be had with both a manual transmission and Ford‑O‑Matic, as well as a broad options package including power steering, power brakes, and a removable hardtop.

This Thunderbird was imported from the USA and was not sold new in Sweden. The odometer reading is stated to be about 150,000 kilometers, and it cannot be guaranteed. The car is said to be in original condition and has had a total of 2 owners. As a curiosity, the seller notes that the car was built as a tribute to the white Thunderbird seen in the film American Graffiti (Sista natten med gänget), making this an interesting collector car for those who appreciate period‑correct style and pop culture.

The car comes with both a soft top and a hardtop, as well as new door panels that have not yet been installed.

Equipment and options

• Soft top
• Removable hardtop
• New door panels included, uninstalled
• Original specification according to the seller

No other modifications are specified. Aesthetically, the car has been set up to resemble a white Thunderbird from the film American Graffiti, according to the seller.

Condition

Body and paint: The exterior is said to be in good condition with even paint and intact glass. Panel fit appears well preserved for the model and model year, according to the seller.

Interior: The interior is described as being in good condition, as are the instrument panel and headliner. New door panels are included for those who want to freshen up the details further.

Tires and wheels: Tires and wheels are said to be in good condition.

Mechanicals and function: The engine is described as being in good condition with smooth running. The gearbox and brakes are also reported to be in good condition. The car can be driven as it sits, has passed inspection, the instrument cluster shows no warning lights, and all exterior lighting works.

Service history

The car is not fully serviced according to the information provided, and there is no documentation in the form of receipts to substantiate service history. The latest known inspection is dated 2019‑02‑25. The odometer reading cannot be guaranteed.

Summary

A 1957 Ford Thunderbird in original specification according to the seller, imported from the USA and supplied with both soft top and hardtop. Odometer 150,000 kilometers, a total of two owners, and ready to drive. New door panels are included. The car has been set up to resemble the white Thunderbird seen in American Graffiti, adding a clear historical and cultural connection. An attractive proposition for the enthusiast seeking a classic two‑seat 1950s car with the right look.