Frame Off, Rotisserie Restored! Ford 292ci V8, 3-Speed Manual, PS, PB, 2 Tops!

1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Description:

1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

VIN: P5FH222661

This beautiful 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible has undergone a professional body off, rotisserie restoration! Every part, nut, and bolt is new or restored. It has been finished in its original color of Raven Black with Tuxedo Black and White Interior. This Thunderbird comes with two tops. The hard top has been restored, new rubber, new headliner. There is all new rear window, seals, and new chrome trim on top headliner and top latches. Convertible top frame was disassembled, and powder coated. It has all new seals and new latches and all new complete chrome and stainless bolts kit for reassembly. The top is also new with a new canvas rear window. Under the hood sits a complete rebuilt Ford 292ci V8 partnered with a Borg Warner 259, 3 speed manual transmission. Many components were upgraded in the build such as the valve train, carburetor, new power brake system including lines, brake hardware including drums, wheel cylinders and shoes. A new power steering system component including hoses were installed. The front and rear suspension are new. Interior is freshly redone, just look at how immaculate it looks in our pictures. The exterior is laser straight. There are new chrome bumpers shinning bright with all new outside light assemblies. This is a true professional, quality high end build done to very high standards. This is your chance to own one of the nicest Thunderbirds around!

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Mechanics:
Ford 292ci V8
Engine # C2AE 6015 C
- Casting Date: 4B20
- Year: 1964 (Cast Feb 20th, 1964)
Stock Heads
Single 4 Barrel
Holley 4000 4 Barrel
- List #: 1078 1
- Part #: ECU 9510
- 1955 Thunderbird Correct

Borg Warner 259 Transmission
3 Speed Manual
Transmission # 18 AF 7006 A

Front Suspension: Independent
Rear Suspension: Leaf Spring
Dana 44
- Ratio: Approx. 3.90:1
- Open Differential
Brakes:
Front - Power Drum
Rear - Power Drum
Exhaust:
Dual Exhaust
Factory Replacement
Wheels and Tires
Front Wheels: Kelsey Hayes Real Wire 15"
Rear Wheels: Kelsey Hayes Real Wire 15"
Front Tires: 215/70R15
Rear Tires: 215/70R15
- Fender Skirts look Great

Underneath:
- Floor Boards Painted Nicely
- Gas Tank is New
- Brake Lines are New
- Exhaust is New
- Springs Rebuilt
- U Bolts are New
- Frame looks Solid
- Parking Brake looks New
- Mufflers look New
- Back Side of Rockers are Solid
- Bolts look New
- Power Steering
- Cross Member looks Great
- Control Arms in Good Shape

Body:
- Chrome Bumper looks Amazing
- Mirror Finish on Paint
- Body Work is Great
- Gaps look Good
- Emblems look New
- Stainless in Great Condition
- Vent Window looks Good
- Doors Operate Nicely
- Door Jams are Clean
- Rubber in Great Condition
- Trunk Opens Smoothly
- Trunk Painted Nicely
- Trunk Floor is Solid
- Back of Quarters are Solid
- Bottom of Deck Lid looks Great

Interior:
- Handles look New
- Door Panel looks Great
- Custom Steering Wheel
- Carpet is Clean
- Upholstery looks Amazing
- Dash Pad in Good Shape
- Tach Works
- Speedometer Works

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