1955 Ford Thunderbird (Restored)

Make:	Ford
Model:	Thunderbird
Type:	Convertible
Doors:	2 Doors
Year:	1955
Mileage:	66,878
VIN:	P5FH132428
Color:	Red
Engine:	292 V8
Cylinders:	8
Fuel:	Gasoline
Transmission:	Automatic
Drive type:	RWD
Interior color:	RED & WHITE
Vehicle Title:	Clear
Item location:	Franklin, Tennessee, United States

1955 Ford Thunderbird Additional Info:

I'm listing this for a senior friend in our car club.
This is the listing detail:
Submitted for your consideration is this Senior realtor-owned '55 Ford Thunderbird Convertible with both tops located in dry Lewisburg, TN.
Owner (depicted) bought this restored vehicle several years ago out of an estate. As I understand it the previous owner bought it from Amos Minter in Dallas, TX which is fairly well known in T-bird circles.
This vehicle and accessory hardtop were repainted its original Torch Red in 2-stage base/clear paint.
For reasons I'm unfamiliar, the front hood latch "stuck" and the owner's mechanic accidentally chipped the paint at leading edge of hood in his efforts to open it. This 79yr old owner is not willing to have that repair made at his age. It is an easy repair limited to only the hood (no surrounding damage to header, or fenders etc.).
OPTIONS: Power Steering, Brakes, Windows and Seats.
MECHANICAL: 292 V8 starts right up and idles fine. No unusual sounds, odors, etc.
Hood latch is "open" in these photos due to the sticking latch issue.
Owner is unable to vouch one way or the other if mileage is original or rolled over beyond mechanical limits. Interior is in very good condition overall and does not have any heel-pad wear in carpet or bolster wear on seats. Tires are new Coker tires and are in great shape. Kelsey Hayes-type wire wheels are in great shape and show no signs of curb scrape etc. I should note there is a set of sunburst wheelcovers included in the trunk.
Car Cover is included. A fullsize spare with like-new tire is intact.
New Fuel Tank
EXTERIOR: Torch red paint is correct for this vintage and done very nicely. Good panel alignment.
Door fitment for both doors is fine. All Chrome Brightwork is intact and looks great.
Windshield has a "wiper mark" on the left side. It's subtle and may polish out, but wanted to disclose this in the spirit of transparency (no pun intended).
No glaring stone chips etc. Underside could use some detailing mostly for cob-webs etc.
Hardtop looks great. Headliner in hardtop is either new or exceptionally well-cared for. Soft Top is white in color and also looks new. Owner told me except for what previous owner told him, the soft top has not been up in his ownership for top-down in enjoyment on good weather days in dry Middle TN. Car has an excellent presentation. No evidence of rust or collision anywhere on this vehicle.
INTERIOR: Interior is 2-tone red/white and in very good condition. Carpet looks new. Floor mats are correct for this vintage. Door Cards look good. I note the power window switch is loose at its mounting. Looks to be an easy fix. Power Windows and Seats work flawlessly! Steering wheel is beautiful and no cracks. Headliner is exceptional on hardtop (new?).
Owner looking to downsize and this is the only reason for the sale.
Vehicle is not regularly driven and should be passed on to someone who can enjoy it.
Buyer will be asked to sign a Buyer's Agreement with the customary "As-is/where-is" language etc.
Additional photos available upon request.
Test-drive is available with advance notice.
This is a truly excellent car in so many ways offering the buyer years of problem-free driving.
Please direct questions to: CA in TN615.979.3058
This is listed elsewhere starting today and could be sold at any time. We believe the price has been set competitively for condition/options/accessories etc. for the discriminating buyer. You can't go wrong with this gorgeous car.
Of the many e-mails, I'm trying to keep them in the order received. The short answer is YES, the car is certainly available for test drive. Yes, Additional photos are available--------just specify what you'd like to see please. "Yes", it will run/drive just fine.