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Set out to be "a personal car of distinction," the Ford Thunderbird was the company's response to the Corvette. Although not direct competitors, the vehicles had a lot of similarities. Both had powerful V8 engines strapped onto them, were two-seaters, and delivered plenty of power to the wheels on command. But the Thunderbird catered more to the class of driver who appreciates more comfort and luxury for the accomplished enthusiast. This 1955 Ford Thunderbird is for the enthusiast. A gorgeous specimen that has survived the test of time with a bit of elbow grease, this particular vehicle is in excellent condition, even with the clock on the engine reporting 16,500 miles. The current owner says the vehicle sports many newer parts, but the original carb is included in the sale, as is the hard top, which the current owner reports to be in excellent condition.
Sticking to a classic exterior look, this 1955 Ford Thunderbird sports a white and red paint job that fits the car perfectly. The low-sitting, wide-body set the car in a sporty stance, hinting at the true power hidden under the hood. Some Ford and Thunderbird branding adorn the vehicle, which follows a design language that, although it isn't as avant-garde as the first Corvette, has a sense of elegance and sophistication that appeals to the more sophisticated enthusiast. The current owner reports that the tires the car sits on are oversized radial tires, and they work well with the wire rims that the current owner reports the vehicle to come with wire rims. Inside, the red-and-white aesthetic continues. Very little has been done to tamper with the original design and aesthetic of the vehicle. However, the original interior does come with some compromises. The original clock no longer functions, as does the radio, but an aftermarket unit has been reportedly installed to help keep you entertained while taking this Thunderbird out for a flight.
This 1955 Ford Thunderbird sports a massive 292ci V8 that delivers power to the rear wheels using an automatic transmission. The current owner reports that the vehicle sports an Edelbrock carburetor and that the original will be provided in the sale. The engine roars to life as it does what it was made for, delivering speed without compromising on comfort, and will surely turn heads wherever you will go.
Current Owner Reports Original 292 Motor Current Owner Is Unsure if Odom Rolled Over Current Owner Reports Edelbrock Carburetor Current Owner Reports Original Carb Included in Sale Current Owner Reports Original Clock Does Not Function Current Owner Reports Original Radio Does Not Function Current Owner Reports Aftermarket Radio Installed Current Owner Reports 2 Speakers Installed in Rear Current Owner Reports Wire Rims Current Owner Reports Oversized Radial Tires Current Owner Reports Hard Top Is In Excellent Condition
With a name like Thunderbird, it’s hard to not get your pulse racing with anticipation. But hang on, Ford’s Thunderbird isn’t a screaming race machine. On the contrary, it’s America’s take on the Grand Tourers of Europe, and called a Personal Luxury Car. Introduced in 1955, the first generation Thunderbird was a strict two-seater and aimed to offer a value proposition of no-compromise comfort cruising across long distances. It’s a majestic thing, and you’ll see why as soon as you cast eyes on this first-generation 1956 Ford Thunderbird from Fairview, Texas. This 24,715-mile machine is fresh from a recent tune-up and sports a rebuilt engine and gearbox for longevity. Let us tell you why you should buy it without a second thought.
An American classic, the weekend and no plans ahead. Sound like the perfect day? If it is, we have the perfect classic that fits the bill, all you need is to clear up your plans and create the perfect weekend drive. Curious to know what we have in store today? Present today is this lovely 1955 Ford Thunderbird. This American classic is not just a way to slow down the weekend with ʼ50s grace and style with details of a major restoration completed during its lifetime.
With a name like Thunderbird, you’d expect the automobile in question to be quite spectacular, and Ford didn’t disappoint. Conceived in the ʼ50s and debuting for the 1955 model year, the Thunderbird was modeled on the Grand Tourer segment of Europe, and called the Personal Luxury Car in the USA. In fact, one could argue that Ford created this segment with the introduction of the two-seat, plushly-appointed, V8-powered Thunderbird. While the first generation sold in healthy numbers, Ford executives knew that the car had more potential. So, when the second generation came in 1968, it sported a rear seat. This was to make the Thunderbird appealing to well-heeled families, performing a role as their primary family hauler while retaining its sporty and luxurious long-distance cruising abilities. Today’s 1964 Ford Thunderbird comes from the fourth generation of this iconic American nameplate, and has just over 200,000 miles showing. The car has undergone some work, and all receipts are said to be available.
The Ford F-150 is probably the most well-known half-ton pickup truck in America. In fact, Ford’s F-Series has been running since 1948, and is now on its fourteenth generation. That also makes older F-Series examples great classics to own and drive. After all, if you want to enter the world of classic collecting, why not try out a truck? Furthermore, if you want something that’s not too old and packs some modern features, may we suggest considering this 1996 Ford F-150 from Hammonton, New Jersey? With 129,577 miles to its name, this truck has definitely done its share of work. Now, it’s ready for an easier and more pampered life.
The only pony car still standing in 2025, Ford’s Mustang started the segment, and looks set to continue it as far as possible. All challengers have fallen by the wayside, but the Mustang soldiers on, now in its seventh generation and continuing to forge a gas-V8-powered path. Today, we’ve got a rather nice fourth-generation example that’s a bit more special than your usual fourth-gen ‘Stang. Say hello to this 1994 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra Convertible Indy 500 Pace Car. A limited run of 1,000 cars was made to celebrate the Mustang’s 30th Anniversary, and this was the third time that a Mustang served as the Indy 500 Pace Car. So, it’s pretty special as you might imagine, and even more so with only 22,000 miles on the clock.
With millions literally sold, the Ford Mustang is probably one of the most popular cars in North America. It’s also the one that started the pony car trend, and the only one that remains in that niche to this day. With seven fine generations under its belt, owning a Mustang might appear easy, but you’ve got to find a good one. No such drama when you choose a car from Exotic Car Trader, though. Today, we’ve got a well-enjoyed 1969 Ford Mustang Convertible for sale from Amboy, Illinois. With just under 75,000 miles to its name, this car does show some patina, but it’s also been cared for, making it a great practical classic and an everyday car if you choose.
Mazda is perhaps the only mass market auto manufacturer that has dabbled with the rotary engine for a few decades, and sold significant numbers of rotary-engined cars. Their legendary RX-7 is firmly cemented in enthusiast and tuner history as one of the greats. The RX-8 that followed was a bit more mellow, but added some family friendliness to the package while retaining that smooth, high-revving rotary motor. Apart from these models, there were a few others in history. One of these was the RX-3, which was offered between 1971 and 1978. This was the rotary-engined variant of the Mazda Grand Familia compact car, Mazda’s answer to Toyota’s fearsome Corolla and the Sunny from Nissan. Today, finding a Grand Familia is hard to say the least, much less its rarer rotary-engined variant, but we’ve got one right here. If you want a Japanese curio to grace your garage, this 1975 Mazda RX-3 awaits in Zephyrhills, Florida. It’s got an original 36,000 miles too.
Popularly called the hairy-chested Healey, the Austin-Healey 3000 was, as the name suggests, a large-engined British sports car, typically in roadster form. Unlike typical British roadsters of the time, the Austin-Healey 3000 came with an uncharacteristically large six-cylinder powerplant and was, overall, a larger car, albeit by not much. Produced between 1959 and 1967, it makes for an excellent classic car to own and cherish. Interestingly, in the Austin-Healey 3000’s later years, the majority of production found its way to North America. Today, we’ve got one of those cars, a 1961 Austin-Healey 3000 BN7 Roadster from Gastonia, North Carolina. Why not pick it up and make it your weekend cruiser?
Shown to the world in 1968, the Series 1 Jaguar XJ is famous for being the last Jaguar to have been designed under the leadership of Sir William Lyons, the man who founded Jaguar Cars of Britain. The XJ is also well-known for retaining much of its classic styling cues for over four decades, offering a refreshingly different choice to luxury car buyers who didn’t feel like going for the popular German choices. Today, we’ve got a way for you to sample a modern classic XJ, in the shape of this Series 3 1987 Jaguar XJ6 from Cooper City, Florida. The car has traveled 84,000 miles which shows that it’s been enjoyed, but with continued maintenance, can keep on going and going. That’s why you should seriously consider taking it on, as it’s a classic that you can daily drive and even use for family transport requirements.
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