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The Ford Thunderbird 'Baby Birds' were produced from 1955 to 1957, and the 'E-Code' was only available in 1957. Approximately 1,499 'E-Codes' were produced and they were fitted with a higher compression version of the 312 cubic-inch 16-valve OHV V8 engine along with Twin Holley four-barrel carburetors helping to deliver 272 horsepower. Transmission options included either a three-speed manual or an automatic.
This particular 1957 Ford E-Code Thunderbird was equipped with a three-speed manual transmission with optional overdrive. Around 2010, the car was entrusted to Prestige Thunderbird of Santa Fe Springs, California for a considerable mechanical overhaul. The cost of the work totaled over $16,000 and included significant repairs to the cooling system, electrics, brakes, the replacement of numerous seals and gaskets, along with many other maintenance items. An original power steering kit was installed as well as a new white vinyl convertible top.
This Thunderbird is finished in Bronze over Colonial White and rides on Kelsey-Hayes wire wheels. The Thunderbird has both a soft top and a porthole hardtop, along with rear fender skirts.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2022
This particular 1957 Ford E-Code Thunderbird was equipped with a three-speed manual transmission with optional overdrive. Around 2010, the car was entrusted to Prestige Thunderbird of Santa Fe Springs, California for a considerable mechanical overhaul. The cost of the work totaled over $16,000 and included significant repairs to the cooling system, electrics, brakes, the replacement of numerous seals and gaskets, along with many other maintenance items. An original power steering kit was installed as well as a new white vinyl convertible top.
This Thunderbird is finished in Bronze over Colonial White and rides on Kelsey-Hayes wire wheels. The Thunderbird has both a soft top and a porthole hardtop, along with rear fender skirts.By Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2022
2022 Broad Arrow Auctions : Monterey Jet Center Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $45,000-USD $55,000
Sale Price :
USD $61,600
2019 Bonhams : Scottsdale Arizona
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $60,000-USD $80,000
Sale Price :
USD $53,200
2011 Barrett-Jackson - Palm Beach, Fl
Sale Price :
USD $52,800
1957 Ford Thunderbird Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Ford Thunderbird
(Data based on Model Year 1957 sales)
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD F-CODE CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: F7FH382563 Sold for USD$82,500 2025 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh225897 Sold for USD$31,900 2025 Mecum : Houston | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh234974 Sold for USD$132,000 2025 Mecum : Houston | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh366254 Sold for USD$35,200 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh339063 Sold for USD$24,200 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: c7fh395790 Sold for USD$26,400 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh328667 Sold for USD$24,200 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh369472 Sold for USD$46,200 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh142866 Sold for USD$2,200 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh394039 Sold for USD$44,000 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh394486 Sold for USD$37,400 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code Convertible Chassis#: e7fh240250 Sold for USD$52,800 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh198982 Sold for USD$49,500 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh284222 Sold for USD$31,900 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh312817 Sold for USD$38,500 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh328667 Sold for USD$23,100 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh168054 Sold for USD$33,000 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code Convertible Chassis#: e7fh277847 Sold for USD$110,000 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code Convertible Chassis#: e7fh277806 Sold for USD$93,500 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: d7fh329773 Sold for USD$40,700 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee |
Ford Thunderbirds That Failed To Sell At Auction
1957 Ford Thunderbird's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
| Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE | D7FH157164 | 2025 BarrettJackson : Palm Beach | |||
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE | D7FH238982 | 2025 BarrettJackson : Palm Beach | |||
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE | D7FH205442 | 2025 BarrettJackson : Palm Beach | |||
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE | D7FH168063 | 2025 BarrettJackson : Palm Beach | |||
| 1957 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE | D7FH135685 | 2025 BarrettJackson : Palm Beach | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh259533 | 2025 Mecum : Glendale | $38,000 | $55,000 | $65,000 |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh184588 | 2025 Mecum : Glendale | $30,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh168063 | 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | $35,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Convertible | f7fh339062 | 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | $115,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh227073 | 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | $20,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code Convertible | e7fh281022 | 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | $48,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh139769 | 2025 Mecum : Kissimmee | $30,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh318247 | 2024 Mecum : Las Vegas | $30,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh215281 | 2024 Mecum : Indy Fall Special | $30,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh316125 | 2024 Mecum : Dallas | $52,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh171300 | 2024 Mecum : Dallas | $115,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code | f7fh342055 | 2024 Mecum : Dallas | $100,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh105346 | 2024 Mecum : Dallas | $27,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh248073 | 2024 Mecum : Monterey | $125,000 | $280,000 | $315,000 |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code Convertible | e7fh277847 | 2024 Mecum : Harrisburg | $65,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh150967 | 2024 Mecum : Harrisburg | $30,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Convertible | f7fh339062 | 2024 Mecum : Harrisburg | $90,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code Convertible | f7fh382563 | 2024 Mecum : Indy | $85,000 | $125,000 | $175,000 |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code Convertible | e7fh395323 | 2024 Mecum : Indy | $47,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code Roadster | E7FH200089 | 2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh178357 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $22,000 | ||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh394486 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $35,000 | $50,000 | $60,000 |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | d7fh205437 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |||
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird Custom Convertible | d7fh115418 | 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | $120,000 | $165,000 | $195,000 |
| 1957 Ford Thunderbird E-Code Convertible | e7fh221661 | 2023 Mecum : Dallas | $60,000 |
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| 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop Chassis#:vc57j182358 Sold for $50,600 2025 Mecum : Glendale | |
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