Ford’s Thunderbird kicked off the segment known as the personal luxury car when it entered the market in October 1954. Ten generations were produced from 1955 to 1997, and the eleventh generation entered the market in 2001 as a retro homage, and ran for four years. The Thunderbird name is a reference to the mythical legendary creature in North American indigenous history. If you are looking to own a Thunderbird, or T-Bird as they are affectionately called, here’s a nice 1956 Ford Thunderbird Roadster Continental Package to consider. It’s coming from California with 77,770 miles on the clock, and has the original invoice and owner’s manual thrown in with the sale. Only 15,631 units were produced in 1956, adding to this car’s desirability.
The first-generation Thunderbird went from idea to prototype in approximately one year. It shares styling cues with Fifties Fords, but is longer, lower, and sleeker to reflect its luxurious ethos. This 1956 Ford Thunderbird Roadster Continental Package wears a proud Colonial White paintwork and has the aforementioned Continental Package which includes the rear-mounted spare wheel that increases trunk space. The current owner reports that the soft top was new when he purchased the car, and the hard top is included with the sale too. Wheels with chromed Ford hubcaps and whitewall tires complete the classy outlook. The interior is in Peacock Blue and seats two occupants. This T-Bird has power windows, power steering and power seats and a modern radio with CD installed. The original factory radio is included with the sale should the buyer prefer it. The three-spoke chrome-ringed steering wheel is also in Peacock Blue, and a tachometer sits to the left of the speedometer, whilst the corresponding space on the right is taken up by the clock.
The first-generation Thunderbird had two V8 options and this 1956 Ford Thunderbird Roadster Continental Package is packing the larger 312ci (5.1L) Y-block V8 which drives the rear wheels through a three speed manual transmission with overdrive. This car is reported to sport a numbers-matching engine and transmission. The engine is said to have put out around 210hp, which was enough for a top speed in excess of 100mph.
Car Location: California Reported to be a numbers matching motor and transmission Continental package 3 speed manual transmission w/ over drive 312ci V8 engine Colonial White Exterior Peacock blue interior Power steering Power seats Power windows Modern radio w/ CD installed Factory radio is included in the sale Hard top included in sale Soft top was reported to be new when current seller purchased it - has not used it Original invoice and owners manual included in the sale
The Ford Thunderbird was made between 1955 and 1997 across ten generations, and redefined the Personal Luxury Car for Americans. In fact, it created the segment, largely inspired by the Grand Tourers of Europe. So, in the 2000s, Ford was feeling a little misty eyed and decided to create a rose-tinted eleventh generation homage to this iconic nameplate. Enter the retro-modern Thunderbird that was made between 2002 and 2005. Styled by Jack Telnack, the car sat on the Ford DEW98 platform, used an engine from Jaguar (who Ford owned at the time), and marked a return to roots of sorts, in that it was a two-seater, just like the first generation. Over 68,000 examples were made, and we have one for sale. Say hello to this original owner, all-stock 2002 Ford Thunderbird from South Jordan, Utah, that’s got just 13,085 miles on the clock.
The 1956 Ford Thunderbird represents one of the most iconic American personal luxury cars of the 1950s, melding graceful styling with V8 power in a two-seat roadster format. This example presents beautifully in red with a matching red interior, exuding 1950s glamour and Americana. Under the hood, it retains its factory-correct 292ci V8 with the signature Thunderbird script valve covers and a Holley “Teapot” 4-barrel carburetor, delivering a smooth, refined driving experience through a Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission. This car is a rolling tribute to an era when design and simplicity defined American excellence.
Ford’s contribution to American motoring history in the luxury segment, the Thunderbird came in 1955 and created the Personal Luxury Car segment. The idea was to replicate what was called the Grand Tourer in Europe. After all, the United States was gaining some fine interstates, crisscrossing the land and connecting East and West. There was stunning scenery, interesting culture and culinary delights to be explored. All the well-heeled needed was a suitable car to connect them all with. That’s where the Personal Luxury Car came in. The Thunderbird ran from 1955 to 1997 across ten generations, then a homage eleventh generation was made between 2002 and 2005. Today’s 1989 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe is from the tenth generation and resides in Delray Beach, Florida. It’s got just 10,500 miles on its wheels, and a supercharged engine under its hood! Join us as we tell you more, and if you’d like to own this car, we’re ready to help.
The Ford Thunderbird was made between 1955 and 1997 across ten generations, and redefined the Personal Luxury Car for Americans. In fact, it created the segment, largely inspired by the Grand Tourers of Europe. So, in the 2000s, Ford was feeling a little misty eyed and decided to create a rose-tinted eleventh generation homage to this iconic nameplate. Enter the retro-modern Thunderbird that was made between 2002 and 2005. Styled by Jack Telnack, the car sat on the Ford DEW98 platform, used an engine from Jaguar (who Ford owned at the time), and marked a return to roots of sorts, in that it was a two-seater, just like the first generation. Over 68,000 examples were made, and we have one for sale. Say hello to this original owner, all-stock 2002 Ford Thunderbird from South Jordan, Utah, that’s got just 13,085 miles on the clock.
The famous Ford F-Series was born in 1948, as America was emerging into a post-war world of promise and prosperity. Now in the fourteenth generation, the F-Series has got to be the world’s longest-running truck series, if not one of the longest. Today, the F-150 is the most popular variant as the half-tonner, but if we look at the first generation, the range simply started with the F-1 as the half-ton variant. That’s what we have here, a 1950 Ford F-1 Restomod from Groveport, Ohio. It’s received a thorough makeover with a 350ci V8 under the hood, an automatic gearbox, a converted 12-volt electrical system and more. If you want to own a classic Ford truck that you can actually enjoy driving, this 78,000-mile machine is your best option.
If you want a classic pony car that’s plentiful, easy to maintain and cuts a fine dash wherever you take it, choose a first-generation Ford Mustang. Produced between 1964 and 1973, a couple of million were made, basically. Three body styles were available, and did you know that the famous fastback was officially called the SportsRoof? Yes, that’s what we have for sale today, a rather unique 1969 Ford Mustang Restomod for sale from Royse City, Texas. It’s got a 5.2-liter Coyote Aluminator V8 under the hood, hooked up to a five-speed Tremec box and a Currie rear end. Yes, this pony has received a significant shot in the arm, or several. With just 155 miles since its makeover, it’s now ready for a new owner.
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