1956 Ford Thunderbird

312ci V8 | New Brakes | Frame-Off Restoration

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LOT #

250534426

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
P6FH180096
Lot Number:
250534426
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
24,715 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
312ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Fiesta Red
Interior Color:
Red/White
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Texas
  • 1956 Ford Thunderbird
  • 312ci V8
  • 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Fiesta Red Exterior w/ Colonial White Accents
  • Red/White Interior
  • New Brakes
  • Telescopic Steering
  • Power Steering
  • Power Brakes
  • Air Conditioning
  • Soft Top & Hardtop w/ Porthole Windows
  • Wire Wheels
  • Recent Tune Up
  • Frame-Off Restoration

Overview of 1956 Ford Thunderbird For Sale by Owner

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.

Exterior and Interior

The elegant Fifties lines of this 1956 Ford Thunderbird come in a very period shade of red, with a white hard top that includes porthole windows. Plus, this top is removable, so you can leave it at home and enjoy an open-air cruising experience. If things get wet or warm, fear not because there’s also a soft top that always travels with the car, waiting for deployment to protect you from the elements. Rolling smoothly on its wire wheels with knock-off spinners and whitewall tires, and showcasing its ample chrome elements, this is a style statement in motion. The interior of this 1956 Ford Thunderbird comes with seating for two adults in a red and white two-tone theme. This car is blessed with air conditioning, keeping you chilled as the sun blazes ahead. A telescopic steering wheel is also present for optimal driving ergonomics. Meanwhile, the radio has been upgraded to a more modern unit for your music listening pleasure.

Engine

Ford ensured that the Thunderbird would be able to cruise great distances in refined comfort, but also endowed it with enough power to drive in an effortless fashion on the new highways criss-crossing the country. That’s why you’ll find a 312ci V8 under the hood of this 1956 Ford Thunderbird, powering the rear axle through a 3-speed automatic transmission. The engine and transmission have been rebuilt, while the car has power steering and power brakes too.

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