The Thunderbird was a very special design when it was introduced but the great custom shops of the 1950s saw it as a wonderful canvas on which to work their magic. One of those was the renowned shop of Clarkaiser and this car is a shining example of their aesthetic and craftsmanship.
Built over a nine month period in 1955, it is a very early example of the application of Morano Pearl over its hand formed lead and metal coachwork. Upon completion, its initial showing was at the Ford Rotunda in 1956, attesting to its beauty. The current owner has had the car since the late 1950s and was friends with its two pervious owners. | |
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