1956 Ford Thunderbird

312ci V8 | New Paint Job | New White Convertible Soft Top

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LOT #

250434097

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All the information and photos on this listing are from when this vehicle was originally listed on ExoticCarTrader.com
Make:
Model:
VIN:
P6FH139188
Lot Number:
250434097
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
18,158 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
312ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Raven Black
Interior Color:
Black/White
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Delaware
  • 1956 Ford Thunderbird
  • 312ci V8
  • 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • Ford-O-Matic 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Raven Black Exterior
  • Black/White Leather Interior
  • New White Convertible Soft Top
  • Hard Top Included (Not Painted)
  • Continental Kit
  • Power Seats
  • AM Push Button Radio
  • Additional Electric Radiator
  • Cooling Fan
  • New Paint Job
  • Full Restoration

Overview of 1956 Ford Thunderbird For Sale by Owner

One of Ford’s most fondly remembered marques, the Thunderbird created what was called the Personal Luxury Car category when it launched for the 1955 model year. Ford was paying attention to the European segment of Grand Tourers, and wanted to give Americans a slice of that stylish and luxurious long-distance motoring experience. After all, America’s highways were being built and upgraded, and soon, the well-heeled would love to drive their own luxury car across the country, from posh hotel to posh hotel. So, the first-generation Thunderbird had a lot to live up to, and live up, it did. Coming in two-door, two-seat form, it of course had a V8 up front and the most luxury features that were prevalent at the time. Today’s 1956 Ford Thunderbird has been fully restored and boasts under 9,000 miles to its name. Furthermore, this Delaware-based car comes with the Continental Kit as well.

Exterior and Interior

This 1956 Ford Thunderbird wears a new coat of Raven Black paint, and complements it with a new white convertible top for a sleek and quintessentially Fifties outlook, replete with ample chrome. The car also includes its removable hardtop, albeit not painted, we’re informed. Long, low, and rolling on whitewall tires, this car is a symbol of Fifties opulence and will make a fine addition to anyone’s garage. The two-seat interior of this 1956 Ford Thunderbird comes with a black and white leather-upholstered and power adjustable bench seat, an Art Deco-styled dashboard, and an AM push-button radio. Just cast your eyes over that elegant interior, with its period instruments and simplistic outlook and you can see why such cars were the very spirit of motoring. Pop the trunk and you’ll be greeted by a suitably spacious cargo compartment, replete with a proper spare wheel instead of the fiddly compressor and filler kit that today’s cars force on you.

Engine

This 1956 Ford Thunderbird enjoys a rebuilt 312ci V8, driving the rear wheels via an automatic gearbox. We’re told that the car comes with an additional radiator and cooling fan. So, it’s well-geared for some peaceful cruising across town, or even a jaunt on the highway.

Walk-around Video of this Ford Thunderbird

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