1957 Ford Thunderbird Thunderbird (2-Seat Hardtop / Convertible)
1957 was the final year of the original two-seat Thunderbird, offered as a removable-hardtop or soft-top roadster and, in rare supercharged 'F-code' 312 form, one of the fastest American cars of its day.
F7FH347615
8 Cyl. 312 C.I. Supercharged Thunderbird Special V8 (F-code) (F)
Engine
Thunderbird (2-Seat Hardtop / Convertible)
Body
Dearborn, MI (F)
Plant
Post-War Era
Era
No factory image on file
1957 Ford Thunderbird
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Code | F | 8 Cyl. 312 C.I. Supercharged Thunderbird Special V8 (F-code) (F) |
| Year Code | 7 | 1957 |
| Plant Code | F | Dearborn, MI (F) |
| Body Code | H | H |
| Serial Number | 347615 | Production #347615 |
Basic Information
MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1957
Body StyleThunderbird (2-Seat Hardtop / Convertible)
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraPost-War Era
Engine & Details
Engine8 Cyl. 312 C.I. Supercharged Thunderbird Special V8 (F-code) (F)
Assembly PlantDearborn, MI (F)
Plant CodeF
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence90%
Original Specifications
Width72.8
Wheelbase102
Height49.6
Length181.4
Weight3134 / 3299
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)
Specifications
Engine
Engine8 Cyl. 312 C.I. Supercharged Thunderbird Special V8 (F-code)
Cylinders8
Displacement312 cu in
Horsepower300
Carburetor4 BC
Compression8.5:1
Torque345 lb-ft @ 2600 rpm
Bore & Stroke4.00 × 3.50 in
Dimensions
Production21380
Rear Tread56
Width72.8
Wheelbase102
Height49.6
Length181.4
Drivetrain
AxleSemifloating
Rear Axle Ratio3.8
Transmission3.25
Clutch TypeSingle plate dry disc
Differential Ratio3.56
DifferentialHypoid
Steering GearWorm & roller
Gears3
DriveRear wheel drive
Reverse Ratio2.86
Suspension
Rear SuspensionLongitudinal leaf spring
Front SuspensionIndependent ball joint with coil springs
Tire Size7.5 x 14
Brakes
Service Brakes4 wheel hydraulic drum
Brake Drum Size11
Parking BrakeRear service brakes
Fuel & Electrical
Fuel Capacity20
Oil Capacity5
LubricationPressure to all bearings excluding wrist pin
Battery12
ExhaustDual
IgnitionDistributor and coil
Fuel TypeRegular
Cooling19 Quarts / 20 Quarts / Centrifugal pump with thermostat
RadiatorCorrugated fin and tube
Equipment
EquipmentFordomatic automatic transmission / Power brakes / Power steering
Colors
Exterior ColorsBronze Metallic / Dusk Rose (Pink) / Enamel
Pricing
MSRP$2,995 - $3,158
Other
Doors2
3gear1
2gear1.49
1gear2.4
Weight3134 / 3299
Specifications are for this body style. The 1957 VIN resolves model year, body style, and engine; trim series is not VIN-encoded, so values that vary by series are shown as distinct options/ranges.