- Sunset Coral exterior
- Black and white interior
- 312ci V8
- 4 BBL Carburetor
- 3 Speed Automatic transmission
- Power assist steering
- Dual Tops - Hard Top Included
- Black Soft Top
- Original interior
- Original mileage reported by current owner
- Factory A/C reported by current owner
- Original color
- Original dash
- Continental kit reported by current owner
- Hardtop with Portholes
The Ford Thunderbird is an iconic sports car from the Blue Oval whose first generation epitomized the style of ’50s American car design. Ford called the Thunderbird “a personal car of distinction," and we can see why. Unlike its contemporary rival, the Chevrolet Corvette, the Thunderbird was more of a grand tourer in philosophy, prioritizing comfort over outright speed. Sales figures show that this was precisely what the American consumer wanted, with the first year of Thunderbird outselling the Corvette by a massive margin: some 16,000 to 670. For sale here is our 1956 Ford Thunderbird, with a 312ci V8 engine under its hood. It features the desirable hardtop with portholes that was introduced for the 1956 model year, as well as the standard softtop. With a reported 66,000 original miles, this American classic is reported to be in very original condition.
Exterior and Interior
The classic hue of the Sunset Coral exterior is perfectly matched with the whitewall tires fitted to this 1956 Ford Thunderbird. This ’50s convertible comes with the desirable Continental Kit, which relocated the spare tire from the trunk to the rear. This helps improve luggage space and adds a distinctive touch to the car’s exterior. Another desirable element of our featured car is the inclusion of a hard top with porthole windows, which was first introduced as a no-cost option for the 1956 model year. The owner reports that this Thunderbird’s interior and dashboard are original. It has a black soft top and a black-and-white interior. Another high-end feature that is reported to have been specified from the factory when new is this Ford Thunderbird’s original air conditioning.
Engine
Under the hood of this 1956 Ford Thunderbird lies a 312ci V8 engine fed via a four-barrel carburetor. Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a three-speed transmission. Factory power steering further enhances comfort and ease of use. Plus, with just 66,000 miles on the odometer, this Ford Thunderbird is an exceptionally low-mileage example, as reported by its owner.
The 2004 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe blends retro-inspired styling with V8-powered grand touring, recalling the original two-seat Thunderbird while adding the comfort and drivability expected of a modern roadster. Showing 73,264 miles, this example is finished in Platinum Silver over a Black Ink leather interior and comes equipped with both a black convertible soft top and a removable body-color hardtop. Aftermarket wire-spoke wheels give it a more traditional appearance, while an aftermarket sound system adds a modernized touch to the cabin.
The 2002 Ford Thunderbird marked the return of one of Ford’s most recognizable nameplates, blending retro-inspired design with modern V8 power and a two-seat convertible layout. This 2002 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe shows approximately 57,334 miles and is finished in Merlot Metallic over a Torch Red leather interior with a black convertible soft top. The most distinctive part of this example is its Full Interior Color Accent Package, which brings extensive Torch Red treatment to the seat inserts, lower instrument panel, center console, door panels, steering wheel, and shift knob. Aftermarket wheels add a more personalized exterior touch, while the overall configuration keeps the car focused on relaxed V8 cruising with plenty of early-2000s retro character.
The 2003 Ford Thunderbird Premium brings together retro-inspired styling, open-top cruising, and V8 power in a package that was designed to echo the personal-luxury Thunderbirds of the 1950s. This example shows approximately 55,822 miles and is finished in Evening Black over a Torch Red leather interior, creating one of the more dramatic color combinations available on the eleventh-generation Thunderbird. Its specification is highlighted by Premium Series Order Code 110A and the Full Interior Color Accent Package, which carries Torch Red detailing throughout the cabin. Heated front seats, 17-inch chrome wheels, and the contrasting black convertible soft top further round out a Thunderbird that leans heavily into the stylish grand-touring character that defined this generation.
This 1931 Ford Model A Tudor Sedan is a charming example of one of the most important cars in American automotive history, presented here with just 4,258 miles showing. Finished in Blue with a Brown interior, this Tudor keeps the unmistakable proportions and mechanical simplicity that defined the Model A era. Yellow wire-spoke wheels, whitewall tires, a rear-mounted spare, and a luggage trunk give it a period-correct touring look, while a FRAM PH3500 spin-on oil filter conversion adds a subtle practical update. For anyone drawn to prewar motoring, this is the sort of car that delivers the experience in a wonderfully straightforward way.
This 1932 Ford Model 18 5-Window Coupe Hot Rod takes one of the most recognizable early Ford body styles and gives it the classic hot rod treatment. Showing 25,148 miles, it pairs a black exterior with a vivid red interior and a 327ci V8 backed by a 4-speed automatic transmission. The build mixes traditional hot rod cues with modern usability, including polished billet wheels, a reupholstered cabin, aftermarket instrumentation, air conditioning, and a power trunk. It has the right old-school proportions and character, but with enough comfort and convenience to make it more than just a garage centerpiece.
This 1933 Ford Model B SpeedStar Hot Rod is a full custom build that takes classic prewar hot rod proportions and wraps them around a much more modern performance package. Showing just 3,645 miles, it features an Alloway-built Rat’s Glass fiberglass body, a 383ci stroker V8, an automatic transmission, and rear-wheel drive. Finished in silver with a custom paint job over a reupholstered gray leather interior, this SpeedStar mixes show-car presentation with real hot rod substance. Add in 4-wheel disc brakes, aftermarket suspension, custom wheels, power-operated features, and an upgraded audio system, and you have a build that is as much about craftsmanship as it is about attitude.
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