VIN:
P6FH307036
Ford's Thunderbird, or T-Bird, is an American automotive trailblazer. Ford created it to bring a slice of the European Grand Tourer to America. Called the Personal Luxury Car, the first generation Thunderbird ran between 1955 and 1957. Since then, eleven generations have been produced until 2005. This particular 1956 Ford Thunderbird has a light 54,228 miles on its odometer and awaits its next owner. The current owner reports it to be an all-original car.
Sporting a clean white coat, this 1956 Ford Thunderbird comes with a removable hard top, replete with the porthole side window that was introduced in 1956 to improve rear visibility. The current owner includes the hard top storage rack, which helps you store the hard top in your garage when not required. There's also a hard shell spare cover thrown in for good measure. The current owner says that the car comes with all tires, and the spare is claimed to be in excellent condition. Looking further, we see that the bodywork is in excellent condition for a car of this age. The head and tail lamp lenses appear clear, and the badging is present. The red and white cabin of this 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a two-seat affair with a single bench seat. You'll find a lovely Art Deco design dashboard with comprehensive instrumentation, including a tachometer. The floor-mounted gear shifter has a chrome surround, as does the steering wheel's horn ring. Other chrome elements include the door opening pulls and window winders. The dashboard houses the original push-button radio, plus heater controls.
This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is powered by a 312ci Y-Block V8 that will have made approximately 210 horsepower. Drive goes to the rear wheels via a 3-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission. The current owner of this car tells us that the engine needs a new carburetor. We're also informed that the car's generator is a brand-new unit. Braking is via drums on all four wheels, providing adequate stopping power for a car that's meant to be driven in a smooth and sedate manner.
1956 Ford Thunderbird
312ci V8
3-Speed Automatic
RWD
White Exterior
White Removable Hard Top
Red/White Interior
White Wall Tires
Hard Shell Spare Tire Cover
New Generator
Unmodified
Current Owner Reports Carburetor Needs To Be Replaced
Hardtop Stand Included in Sale
Ford’s Thunderbird or T-Bird is most well known for creating the American segment of Personal Luxury Cars. Aimed at rivaling Europe’s Grand Tourers, the first generation of T-Bird was a stylish and powerful two-door, two-seat coupe or convertible, with a comfortable and lavishly-equipped passenger cabin plus a roomy trunk. It was meant as a car that would be owned by the wealthy and driven by them across great distances with nary an ache or pain at the end. Subsequent generations gained a rear seat too, since Ford realized that sticking to two seats was limiting their target market. Made for ten generations between 1955 and 1997, the T-Bird firmly entrenched itself in American automotive culture. In 2002, Ford, feeling a bit misty-eyed, decided to make a eleventh generation as a homage to the original. This eleventh generation was produced for just three years and saw over 68,000 units sold. Today, we’ve got one of those cars, a 2003 Ford Thunderbird for sale from Sterling, Alaska. It’s got super low mileage too, less than 8,000 in fact, making it an absolute steal and a fantastic addition to someone who wants a definitive future classic that can be driven and enjoyed from today onwards.
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.
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.
Offroading with a classic is an experience that is unmatched. Take that classic and modernize some features and you have yourself a whole lot of fun. Present today is the main ingredient to unlock all that and takes shape with this lovely 1975 Ford Bronco. This open top off roading classic is the perfect weapon to explore the great outdoors.
Ford’s Mustang remains as the sole survivor of the hallowed Pony Car class that captivated countless customers in the Sixties. Its nearest challenger, the Chevy Camaro bid goodbye last year, while the Mustang has now entered a seventh generation. Along the way, the most popular performance Mustangs have been the Shelby Mustangs but there are some rarer machines to be found if you look carefully. Machines like this 2014 Ford Mustang GT Premium Saleen S302 that’s been fettled by Saleen, another well-known American tuning house. Better yet, this fifth-generation pony has galloped a little over 20,000 miles so far and is currently stabled in Devine, Texas.
Standing out in the world of Ford Mustangs is a tough ask. A look at the marketplace for a unique pony car and you are treated to a host of special editions from the factory, and then a river of unique builds from aftermarket tuners. But, what if you wanted a Mustang with the requirement of standing out, and also what if you were a big baseball fan? Present today is the best way one can tick off all those needs and take shape with this 2005 Ford Mustang Deluxe Convertible. This rare bird was reported to have been given away during a Yankees game on June 9th, 2005, and also features signage by legendary baseball stars.
The MG MGB is one of a series of fine open-topped British roadsters produced by the iconic automaker Morris Garages. Today, Morris Garages or MG is under Chinese ownership and makes a range of SUVs and sedans, but they’re working on a slick new electric roadster to recapture the spirit of yesteryear. However, the popular saying goes, there’s nothing like the original. So why not capture that spirit yourself and buy this Florida-based 1979 MG MGB Roadster from us? With a mere 74,767 miles to its name, this car has been in the custody of the same owner for 32 years and reportedly includes recent maintenance receipts as well. Join us as we take a deep dive into what’s on offer here, and don’t hesitate to call or DM us if you want to own this beauty.
The Chevrolet Camaro has been competing in the pony car segment for decades. Throughout the years, the company has granted us tempting versions of the Camaro, making it one of the most versatile model names in the Pony car department. With this listing, we are interested in the IROC-Z. The abbreviation stands for International Race of Champions, so you know this car is no slouch. First introduced in 1985, the IROC-Z was offered as a trim level until 1990, as they had decided not to renew its contract with the International Race of Champions. What we have here is a Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z from the 1989 model year. Showing just 67,669 miles on its clock, this is claimed to be an all-original car. This special example currently resides in Lexington Park, Maryland, and its owner is selling it with its original owner's manual.
Few cars have had such a prolific effect on the automotive industry as a whole, as the Porsche 911. Introduced in September 1964, it wasn’t Porsche’s first road-going model, but quickly became their most iconic. With its sculpted teardrop shape, slick aerodynamics and quirky rear-mounted, air-cooled engine, the 911 quickly won hearts. Keen drivers respected it for its cheeky driving dynamics that could catch you out if you were careless, especially in the later Turbo variants. Those who wanted to make a style statement also loved, and continue to love the 911. Today, the 911 continues with the basic shape and rear engine layout, but the engine now uses water-cooling, it’s got myriad digital screens inside, gained a trick dual-clutch gearbox, and is more friendly to drive even in 500+ horsepower top-tier variants. However, the classic 911 remains an alluring thing for purists, and we’ve got a very nice 1990 Porsche 911 Carrera Targa for sale today. It’s an air-cooled variant and has got a great blend of period and modern features. Furthermore, it’s done just under 56,000 miles so far.
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