RK Motors Charlotte
5527 Lakeview Road
Charlotte, NC 28269
"One of the best aspects of the first-generation Thunderbird is its ability to embody a wide range of automotive personas without straying from its core mission as a bespoke personal luxury car. From refined to sinister, all it takes is a change of color and a change of power to experience these classics in a whole new light. This 1957 Baby Bird rolls on the sportier side of possibilities thanks to its deep black exterior and racy red cockpit. Flashy chrome spoked wheels and wide white wall tires further define its fine tuxedo look. And, in keeping with that jazzy style, there's some serious muscle under the car's lightweight bonnet! An optionally upgraded 312-powered dynamo that's ready to rock, the car rolls as an endearing American classic that mixes top-option style with dashing '50s swagger. The beneficiary of a detailed restoration, its history of award wins proves its authenticity and character. And being a timeless drop-top cruiser that's clean and fully sorted, this Ford is your opportunity to own a stellar piece of Motor City history!
Highlights:
Restored Thunderbird Convertible 312 V8 4bbl Automatic
Porthole hardtop and folding soft top included
312ci V8 engine
4bbl carburetor
Engine overhauled 01/2024
Ford-O-Matic automatic 3-speed transmission
AM/FM Cassette
Power steering
Power windows
Power seat
Factory telescopic steering column
Red vinyl interior
14"" chrome spoke wheels
Wide white wall radial tires
Stainless steel exhaust
Fender skirts included
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Year: | 1957 |
Make: | Ford |
Model: | Thunderbird |
Mileage: | 2480 |
Exterior Color: | Raven Black |
Interior Color: | Red |
Trim: | |
Body: | convertible |
Stock: | 137544 |
Engine Size: | Gasoline |
Transmission: | 3 Speed Automatic |
Vin: | D7FH296839 |
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RK Motors was built on a vision to share our passion for cars, make buying or selling your dream car as simple and satisfying as possible, and make the hobby more enjoyable and accessible. At the core of our operation is a dedicated group of serious car enthusiasts who strive to achieve our corporate vision. No matter where you look, you'll see this ideal reflected throughout RK Motors operations.
The “RK” in RK Motors proudly represents our founder Rob Kauffman, a lifelong enthusiast. Rob’s deep passion for cars, extensive automotive knowledge, and business insight has transformed the company into one of the most innovative collector car dealers in the United States.
RK Motors is a global destination for serious collectors and hobbyists. Our state-of-the-art 60,000 square foot East Coast showroom was named the nation’s #1 “must see” destination for gearheads and enthusiasts by HotRod Magazine. Our website draws nearly 300,000 visitors per month, making it the most viewed car dealer website on the planet. RK Motors continually offers something new and unique to consider.
In addition to being a classic car dealership, our world-class RKM Performance Center has restored some of the most legendary cars on the planet. Many of these cars have collected trophies at some of the largest shows in the country. Our ASE certified mechanics and Master Technicians are also fellow enthusiasts who ensuring your vehicle is treated with the utmost respect. From our unprecedented Seal of Approval Exit Service to complete restorations, our performance center has the passion, knowledge, and experience to fulfill your automotive needs.
The RK Motors name has appeared on all forms of media and even a few race cars. We proudly support various racing series and competitions, including NASCAR. Our Chairman, Rob Kauffman, drives a RK Motors Charlotte sponsored Ferrari F458 Italia in endurance races like the Rolex 24 and 12 Hours of Sebring. He also competes in Historic Trans Am racing and various road rallies, domestic and abroad.
If your passion for cars burns as brightly as ours, call our sales team today to schedule an appointment to visit our showroom. We hope to see you on our list of satisfied customers soon. Until then, see you on the road or at the track.
With more than 4,500 high grade, classic cars sold since 2007, RK Motors has established a clear track record with thousands of customers world-wide. On an annual basis, more than 80% of our sales are from repeat customers.
Before any car is listed for sale, on our website, our highly skilled, in-house production team spends countless hours ensuring every image and video represents each vehicle as you would see it in our showroom. With the exception of one visually explain enhanced “lead shot”, our images are true to the actual state of the car- what you see is what you get.
Speaking of our showroom, if you are ever in the Charlotte, NC area, please make it a point to schedule a visit with us and find out why Hot Rod Magazine named our showroom its Top Automotive Destination in the US for 2013.
If you're a serious collector looking to freshen your collection, we'll gladly consider high-quality trades, even if it's a car you recently bought from us. No other dealer offers the same services and flexibility as RK Motors.
Being a full-service, licensed, used car dealer, we offer finance, insurance, transportation, restoration and customization for your collector car. We handle the business end of every sale with equal confidence. All titles are clean and transfers are handled in-office for the quickest turnaround possible.
No matter what corner of the globe you live on, we can ship a car to you. Our transportation and logistics team includes a full time shipping manager for quick, reliable and professional service. Like everything else we do, we’ll work hard for you to make the process as painless as possible.
Our reputation among collectors speaks for itself. Visit our customer reviews page or give our sales team a call. We'll be happy to connect you with some of our current customers.
Have you found the perfect collector vehicle on All Collector Cars? Before you make any decisions, we recommend that you take some time now to read the full description and review all the pictures with the listing. It’s important to do as much due diligence as you can before you contact the seller so that you’re prepared to ask about any flaws you see—and perhaps ones you don’t.
All Collector Cars allows our sellers to post unlimited vehicle pictures and descriptions, which gives you, the buyer, more control and information. In addition, our Buyers Resource section offers advice and vendor recommendations to guide you through the buying process, from classic car financing & insurance to collector vehicle shipping & restoration.