1966 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop

390ci V8 | Cruise-O-Matic 3-Speed Automatic | Black Hard Top

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LOT #

260659965

Classic Car

Vehicle Price$17,000
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$18,299
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
6Y81Z132244
Lot Number:
260659965
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
68,367 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
390ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Wimbledon White
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Maine
  • 1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Hardtop
  • 390ci V8
  • 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • Cruise-O-Matic 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Wimbledon White Exterior
  • Black Vinyl Interior
  • Black Hard Top
  • 15” Steel Wheels w/ Deluxe Thunderbird Wheel Covers
  • Woodgrain Interior Trim
  • AM/FM Radio
  • Swing-Away Steering Wheel

Overview of 1966 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop For Sale by Owner

Ford’s Thunderbird had firmly established itself as America’s premier personal luxury coupe by 1966, offering an ideal blend of V8 performance, cutting-edge styling, and upscale comfort. As the final year of the fourth-generation Thunderbird, the 1966 model featured refined styling and many of the innovative features that helped define the nameplate during the 1960s. Showing 68,367 miles, this 1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Hardtop is finished in timeless Wimbledon White with a black hard top over a black vinyl interior. Equipped with its original-style 390ci V8 and signature Swing-Away Steering Wheel, this Thunderbird embodies the effortless cruising experience and unmistakable presence that made it one of Ford’s most celebrated luxury automobiles.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Hardtop showcases the clean, sophisticated styling that distinguished the Thunderbird from every other American coupe of its era. Finished in elegant Wimbledon White and complemented by a contrasting black hard top, the car features a long, sculpted hood, crisp body lines, and a wide chrome grille that gives it an unmistakable road presence. Factory-style 15-inch Thunderbird wheel covers wrapped in whitewall tires preserve its authentic appearance, while hidden details such as the signature sequential rear turn signals remind enthusiasts why these cars remain icons of 1960s automotive design. The interior of this 1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Hardtop reflects Ford’s commitment to luxury and innovation. Black vinyl bucket seats are separated by a full-length center console, creating a cockpit that feels both spacious and driver-focused. Rich woodgrain trim accents the dashboard, while the iconic Swing-Away Steering Wheel gracefully moves aside to ease entry and exit—a feature that remains one of the Thunderbird’s most memorable innovations. Power windows, factory air conditioning, and an AM/FM radio complete a cabin that was designed to make every journey as comfortable as it was stylish.

Engine

Power comes from Ford’s dependable 390ci FE-series V8, an engine renowned for its smooth power delivery, abundant torque, and exceptional durability. Fed by a factory-style 4-barrel carburetor and paired with a Cruise-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission, the drivetrain provides effortless acceleration and relaxed highway cruising. Power steering and power front disc brakes inspire confidence behind the wheel, while the Thunderbird’s rear-wheel-drive chassis delivers the refined driving characteristics expected from Ford’s flagship personal luxury car. More than half a century after it debuted, the 1966 Thunderbird continues to offer the smooth, comfortable grand touring experience that helped cement its place as one of the most influential American luxury coupes of the decade.

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