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Have you heard about the ‘personal luxury car’ category? The Ford Thunderbird is the model responsible for creating it. Produced from 1955 to 1997 over ten generations, with an eleventh generation running from 2002 to 2005, the Thunderbird, fondly known as the T-Bird focused on driver comforts and luxuries, rather than outright speed. Nevertheless, it would pack a V8 under the hood. This is a 1956 Ford Thunderbird Convertible from the first generation. Coming from Colorado, this example is reported to have undergone a professional minter restoration with only 49 test miles since then. It’s also reported to have won the Classic Thunderbird Club International Senior Gold Medallion Show. It’s said that this car was sold new in Los Angeles.
1956 saw the Thunderbird gain more trunk space which was partially a result of moving the spare wheel to the rear fender Continental style. This 1956 Ford Thunderbird Convertible wears a lovely Buck Skin Tan paint job and rolls on reportedly new, real wire Thunderbird wheels. It comes with both tops; the porthole hardtop is also in Buck Skin Tan whilst soft top is in chocolate brown with Haartz cloth. The interior features an inviting Milk Chocolate Brown and White color scheme and sports seating for two on a bench seat. It appears to be in stunning condition just like the exterior. It’s also got the 1956 Town and Country radio installed in the dash, as well as the little tachometer to the left of the large speedo. The odometer shows the correct post-restoration mileage too. All chrome bits gleam, and makes this car look factory fresh.
The Thunderbird was offered with a very American V8 gasoline powerplant, and the first generation had either 292ci (4.8L) or 312ci (5.1L) options. This 1956 Ford Thunderbird Convertible bears the larger engine, the 312ci V8 which is rated for an unstressed 225hp. It sends the power to the rear wheels via a Ford-O-Matic three speed automatic transmission. Power steering and Ford Swiftsure power brakes are present too, showing that this car is a suave cruiser rather than brash bruiser.
Car Location: Colorado Reported to be a professional Minter restoration w/ only test miles Reported to have won the Classic Thunderbird Club International Senior Gold Medallion Show Buck Skin Tan exterior Milk Chocolate Brown and White interior Reported to have both tops 312ci/225HP T-bird Special V8 Ford-O-Matic 3 speed automatic transmission Ford Swiftsure power brakes Power steering 1956 Town and Country radio Ford engine dress up option reported Reported to have new, real wire Thunderbird wheels Both tops are reported to have Minter Restored chocolate brown Haartz cloth canvas convertible top Buckskin Tan porthole hardtop Reported to have been sold new in Los Angeles
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.
An American classic, the weekend and no plans ahead. Sound like the perfect day? If it is, we have the perfect classic that fits the bill, all you need is to clear up your plans and create the perfect weekend drive. Curious to know what we have in store today? Present today is this lovely 1955 Ford Thunderbird. This American classic is not just a way to slow down the weekend with ʼ50s grace and style with details of a major restoration completed during its lifetime.
With a name like Thunderbird, you’d expect the automobile in question to be quite spectacular, and Ford didn’t disappoint. Conceived in the ʼ50s and debuting for the 1955 model year, the Thunderbird was modeled on the Grand Tourer segment of Europe, and called the Personal Luxury Car in the USA. In fact, one could argue that Ford created this segment with the introduction of the two-seat, plushly-appointed, V8-powered Thunderbird. While the first generation sold in healthy numbers, Ford executives knew that the car had more potential. So, when the second generation came in 1968, it sported a rear seat. This was to make the Thunderbird appealing to well-heeled families, performing a role as their primary family hauler while retaining its sporty and luxurious long-distance cruising abilities. Today’s 1964 Ford Thunderbird comes from the fourth generation of this iconic American nameplate, and has just over 200,000 miles showing. The car has undergone some work, and all receipts are said to be available.
The Ford F-150 is the most well-known half-ton pickup truck in the United States. Try and change our mind, but the fact remains that if you ask someone to randomly name an American pickup truck, chances are they’ll say Ford F-150. Part of Ford’s popular F-Series line-up, the F-150 started off as the F-1, then F-100 before gaining the popular moniker that we know and love. Now on the fourteenth generation, an electric variant has joined the line-up as well. But scratch all that for a moment. If you’re a fan of good old internal combustion engined performance for your F-150, the Raptor is the way to go. That’s why we’re sure you’ll be interested in this 95,500-mile 2019 Ford F-150 Raptor from Weston, Florida. It’s a fine thirteenth generation example that’s got a reported 450 horsepower to its name!
Three models succeeded the famous Ford Model A, the company's second market success.The Model B, Model 18, and Model 40 were introduced in 1932 and had big shoes to fill. The Model 18 was the first Ford to be equipped with a flathead V-8, and the Model 40 offered it as well. Nowadays, just like their predecessors, the 1932–1934 Fords are extremely popular with hot rodders. If you are in the hot rod community or simply want an interesting car to grace your driveway, this 1933 Ford Model 40 hot rod might interest you. It has 14,800 miles on its clock and is located in Salem, Oregon. With custom modifications and an alluring look, this hot rod is ready to turn heads at your next meet-up.
There are Mustangs, and there are Mustangs, and this 2024 Ford Mustang GT RTR Spec 2 Supercharged definitely belongs in the camp far removed from run of the mill creations. Because this car represents a reportedly well-documented, performance-focused build with support from both Ford Performance and RTR Vehicles. Based on the current-generation Mustang GT, this single-owner example has reportedly been fitted with a Whipple supercharger by Ford Performance, complete with documentation, and includes a wide range of RTR upgrades. It is currently available in Lompoc, California.
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