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1955 Ford Thunderbird

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Tarzana, California 9135612,000 milesAutomatic
SoldJun 18, 2026
Sold for$17,750

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Summary
This 1955 Thunderbird spent 36 years with its prior owner, actor Phillip Terry, and includes documentation from his ownership. It is finished in Thunderbird Blue with a matching hardtop and features a 292ci V8, automatic transmission, power steering, and power brakes. The car was repainted under prior ownership and received a radiator, tires, and brake service in 2024.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
1363 (23%)
11/2/2026
Color
Blue
44 (<1%)
9/25/2026
Transmission
4332 (74%)
11/6/2026
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Loading sold figures · 12 months to Jun 18, '26

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  • 6/18/2026
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Top Comments
FerdBird Because this has the crest on the top, it appears that this was a 55 with the portholes added later. It seems almost ... View more
LW57 Porthole tops were optional only in 56 and 57. The 56 with a non-porthole top had no emblem. The 57 with a non-porthole ... View more
Bardan @ribcall i think you are right, but as porthole tops became available through car attrition, owners added them.
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