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While any first-generation Thunderbird is easily recognized, it is the rare supercharged F model that is among the most sought-after. Originally built as a quick response to Chevrolet's Corvette, Ford crushed the competition by outselling the Corvette with their more luxurious take on the American two-seater. In 1957, Ford developed a special version to run the Daytona Speed Trials. They sent a fleet of 15 supercharged Thunderbirds that would sweep the races. A new record of 138.755 miles per hour for the two-way flying mile was set on the beach.
With a base price of $3,690, it is believed that about 200 F-model Thunderbirds were built. With the 312 cubic inch V8 engine utilizing a McCullough supercharger, it produces a formidable 300 horsepower.
This example of an original F-Bird recently came out of a complete Concours Authenticity Rules restoration by a nationally recognized Thunderbird specialist.
With a base price of $3,690, it is believed that about 200 F-model Thunderbirds were built. With the 312 cubic inch V8 engine utilizing a McCullough supercharger, it produces a formidable 300 horsepower.
This example of an original F-Bird recently came out of a complete Concours Authenticity Rules restoration by a nationally recognized Thunderbird specialist.
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1957 Ford Thunderbird Model F Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Ford Thunderbird Model F
(Data based on Model Year 1957 sales)
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Chassis#: F7FH395552 Sold for USD$263,200 2024 Broad Arrow Auctions : Amelia |   |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird 'F-Code' Chassis#: F7FH339026 Sold for USD$224,000 2023 RM Sothebys : Amelia Island | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$71,500 2022 Mecum : Chattanooga | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$115,500 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Chassis#: F7FH333802 Sold for USD$187,000 2021 Mecum : Monterey | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$203,500 2021 Mecum : Tulsa | |
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD F-CODE CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: F7FH382563 Sold for USD$110,000 2020 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, AZ | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$181,500 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$297,000 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$264,000 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$178,750 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Bird Chassis#: F7FH368298 Sold for USD$175,000 2017 Mecum : Monterey | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Bird Sold for USD$117,500 2017 Mecum : Houston | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$142,500 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$176,000 2016 Auctions America : Auburn Fall | |
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD F-CODE Chassis#: F7FH331499 Sold for USD$185,000 2015 Mecum - Anaheim | |
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD F-BIRD Sold for USD$225,000 2015 Mecum - Dallas | |
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD F-BIRD Sold for USD$225,000 2015 Mecum - Dallas | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Sold for USD$142,500 2015 Auctions America - California | |
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD 'F' CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: F7FH331536 Sold for USD$192,500 2015 Barrett-Jackson - Scottsdale |
Ford Thunderbird Model Fs That Failed To Sell At Auction
1957 Ford Thunderbird Model F's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021 | $250,000 | $325,000 | $375,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021 | $140,000 | $200,000 | $250,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2021 Mecum : Kissimmee | $125,000 | $140,000 | $160,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2020 Mecum : Glendale | $150,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | $160,000 | $175,000 | $250,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2019 Mecum : Louisville | $200,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2019 Mecum : Dallas | $145,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2019 Mecum : Dallas | $130,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | $235,000 | $300,000 | $400,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | $230,000 | $250,000 | $300,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | $190,000 | $200,000 | $250,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | $145,000 | $175,000 | $225,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2019 Mecum : Indianpolis | $155,000 | $175,000 | $225,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F Code Mel Blanc Collection Convertible | 2018 Russo & Steele : Monterey | ||||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F Type | F7FH342056 | 2015 Motostalgia Auction Austin Grandprix 2015 | $185,000 | $235,000 | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2015 Auctions America Fort Lauderdale | $127,500 | |||
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD PHASE ONE D/F SUPERCHARGED | D7FH202183 | 2015 BarrettJackson Scottsdale | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | 2014 Mecum : Seattle | $130,000 | |||
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD F-CODE CONVERTIBLE | 2014 Auctions America Ft Lauderdale | $155,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Bird 312/300 HP, 1 of 3 in this Color Combo | 2013 Mecum Auction Chicago | $140,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Phase I D/F 312/300 HP, 3-Speed | 2012 Mecum Dallas, TX | $210,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code 312/300 HP, Minter Restoration | F7FH339026 | 2012 Mecum Monterey, CA | $120,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F Code | 2012 Mecum's 25th Original Spring Classic Indianapolis | $135,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F7FH Supercharged Convertible | 2011 Leake Auction Dallas, Texas | $160,000 | |||
| 1957 Ford F Code Thunderbird Convertible | F7FH340042 | 2011 Worldwide Auctions The Classics at the Trump Taj Mahal | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F Convertible | 2009 Mecum Monterey Auction | $82,500 | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Model F | 2006 Worldwide Group Auction at Hilton Head Island | $140,000 | $160,000 |
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