Porthole windows became available for the hardtop to improve rear view. Other refinements were for example the integration of the exhaust outlets into the rear bumper and controllable air vents in the front wings which significantly improved ventilation inside the car. More luggage space was created by placing the spare wheel outside the boot on the back of the bumper, the same way as with Ford’s luxury flagship, the Lincoln Continental. For the 1956 model year, numerous improvements were made. The Thunderbird immediately became a sales success, in its first year it sold 24 times better than the Corvette! In its second year, 1956, it was named “America’s Most Exciting Car”. It is, without any doubt, one of the most stylish and iconic cars ever enchanting the American automobile buyers. Unlike the first Corvette which had six-cylinders, the Thunderbird was fitted with a V8 straight away. Ford was thus targeting a wider public then Chevrolet with the sports- and performance-oriented Corvette. Although the Thunderbird has the same wheelbase (259 cm) as its competitor it was designed to be more practical and more luxurious than the Corvette. Introduced in 1955, the Thunderbird was Ford’s response to the Chevrolet Corvette. Wonderful condition, restored several years ago.Fitted with the optional more powerful 5.1 litre engine.Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. The website is and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display. No restoration needed, just get in and drive, and you'll have fun, fun, fun till her daddy takes the T bird away!Ĭlassic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 300 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Bottom of doors are in good condition as well with very minor surface rust on the passenger door at the bottom.Ī mostly original, low mileage bird with turnkey attributes. The frame is sturdy, and no signs of any damage from the weather exist. Underside is very clean, and surface rust free. Overall engine bay is pristine and noted is power steering. The engine appears as though it has been repainted, although this is not confirmed. The trunk is clean and lined with original rubber patterned to fit exactly within the confines of the trunk.Ī flip of the hood, and you will be met with a very clean 312ci V8 topped by a single 4-barrel carburetor, beautiful chromed air cleaner cover, and a Ford-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission. Sitting in front of the bench is the original shift lever in its 1956 8 ball style. A power bench seat is seen, and it is white tuck and roll inserts with black bolsters, all clear and free of any cracks. Black with a spun circular pattern on the trim strip of aluminum in the center, the dash looks just great. Very nice and mostly original excepting the floor mats, carpet, and door panels which have been renewed with OEM parts. Fender skirts are on this car and help show off the classy wide white sidewall tires with chromed flat plate hubcaps. A continental spare and bumper option have been affixed and also show slight wear in places. All chrome and brite-work show nicely, and also has a few scratches here and there when you inspect it closely, but for original chrome, it is good. The porthole windowed fiberglass top is in white, and when its mounted with the body, the car is all dressed up and ready to go out. A totally rust-free car from California, now finding its way east. Looking down the side of the car, the sheet metal is respectably straight, and the car shows with an overall sense of authenticity. Body panels are very straight and true with good gaps. Paint is not perfect with small areas of cracking, and some scratching. This '56 is a special survivor showing only a consigner stated 41,566 miles which is believed to be actual, and it is backed up by the amazing condition of the car! Bird is the word….īathed in Raven Black, this car has had a respray to match code AE of the original. The Ford Thunderbirds are truly one of the most collectible cars of the 1950's. While the styling is certainly a highpoint, the unibody construction, which lacks fender or quarter-panel seams, can make for a challenging restoration. Behind that success was the car's versatile mix of American substance and European aesthetics. The Thunderbird was Ford's response to the comparatively crude Corvette and, when introduced in 1955, it outsold the Chevrolet 24 to 1.
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |