VIN:
M6FH330761
A segment creator of the Fifties, the Ford Thunderbird allowed Americans to taste what Europe's Grand Tourers were like. Two-door sports cars with enough space for touring luggage. It's no surprise, then, that eleven generations of the fondly-nicknamed T-Bird were produced. This included a special 50th Anniversary variant for the 2005 model year when the T-Bird bid adieu to the world. This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is an excellent way to experience the T-Bird lifestyle. This first-generation car boasts 87,000 miles on the clock, as well as a recent oil change and tune-up to keep it purring along. Bear in mind that only 15,631 units were produced in 1956, so you're joining a pretty exclusive club.
Painted in Thunderbird Green, this 1956 Ford Thunderbird is reminiscent of the bright pastel colors that the Fifties brought upon the automotive world. After all, the world had cast off the dark shades of the war and was moving into brighter and more promising territory. The current owner also tells us that the car wears its original wheels, wrapped with new tires. We also spot a contrasting tan convertible top that grants occupants a fabulous vista of the sky when desired, coupled with adequate weather protection when required. Inside, this 1956 Ford Thunderbird offers seating for two occupants on a brown and white leather bench seat, with the overall interior theme encompassing brown and body color. You've got the original set of Art Deco-inspired gauges, including the large central speedometer and smaller tachometer, plus auxiliary gauges. There's an original-style radio player installed in the dash adjacent to the heater controls. That's it, really. There's nothing else to distract you and your passenger from enjoying the drive.
This 1956 Ford Thunderbird features the optional "M" Code 292ci Y-block V8 that was introduced for the 1956 model year. A three-speed manual transmission with overdrive is present on this particular car, allowing you to enjoy a truly old-school, engaging driving experience. In its heyday, the Thunderbird was considered to be a car capable of exceeding 100mph, so you can expect sprightly performance from it when pushed. However, we'd recommend a more cruiser-esque driving style rather than trying to light up the rear tires, given the age and classic value of the car.
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