Ford USA - Thunderbird 292CI V8 Cabriolet - NO RESERVE - 1955

Don’t let this opportunity pass you by and become the new owner of this timeless classic Ford Thunderbird! This Thunderbird is in neat condition. The car starts immediately and idles nicely, shifts smoothly and powerful through all gears and brakes properly. The engine compartment also looks fresh and well maintained. Recently fitted with a new double stainless steel exhaust, new carburettor and radiator. The car has had about $ 6,500 worth of maintenance in 2019 (receipts available) , including: - New exhaust manifold - New valve lids - New petrol pump - New rear lights - New heating structure - New fan - New chrome parts - New voltage regulator - New oil and transmission (also filter) gaskets. From NPD - New felt for glass plates on NPD doors - New rubber for underside soft-top against the glass The car has good Raven Black paint with a few small imperfections. The interior still looks very neat as can be seen in the photos. The Thunderbird is fitted with a recently replaced soft-top. P5FH122296 P - Engine Code - 292 4V - 198HP - 8. 5 Comp Ratio 5 - Model Year (1955) F - Assembly Plant (Dearborn) H - Body Style (Thunderbird) 122296 - Consecutive Unit Number 40A A A 8MBX105 40A - Body type A - Raven Black (paint code A) A - Black / White interior (trim code A) 8MBX105 - Dealer code / Date This Ford, from the first generation of Thunderbirds, is becoming more rare and harder to find: it is a true collector’s item! So do not miss this opportunity and become the new owner of this iconic American classic; Technical information; Brand: Ford Type: Thunderbird 292CI V8 Convertible Year of manufacture: 1955 Colour: Raven Black (paint code A) , Black/White interior (trim code A) Engine and power: 292 ci (4. 8 litre 4785 cc) V8 (198 HP) Fuel: Petrol Transmission: Automatic transmission Odometer reading: 50,035 miles. Number of keys: 24 Margin: Yes (already imported to the Netherlands, VAT and import duties have been paid in full) Documents / registration: USA title and European import document VIN: P5FH122296 OPTIONS: - Air conditioning - Chrome-plated front bumper - Chrome-plated grille - Chrome-plated mirrors - Chrome-plated rear bumper - Complete spare wheel - Leather upholstery - Leather seats - Power brakes - Power steering - Radio - Foldable soft-top - Whitewall tyres This is a direct import from the USA, the car is offered without a technical inspection. Some technical work is to be expected. The car can be viewed and picked up in Schiedam, the Netherlands. All technical inspections, test drives, and viewings are possible prior to placing a bid. You may contact the auctioneer in case you have any questions.