Vehicle Description
Ford developed the Thunderbird in 1955 to compete with Chevrolet's
new Corvette introduced two years earlier. The "T-Bird" offered
highly desirable features not found in the GM "sporty car",
particularly V8 power and creature comforts like a removable
fiberglass hard top and roll up windows.
This 1956 T-Bird, from the second year of production, is a nuts and
bolt restoration to the highest standards. It has been repainted in
the original factory green, a very popular color in early
Thunderbirds. The interior with a bench seat was recovered in green
and white vinyl and looks as though it was delivered from the
factory.
Mileage since new is an amazing 79,180 considering that his is a 60
year old car. It is difficult to find such original low mileage
examples and in this condition.
To create more storage space in this two seat sporting car Ford
went to a rear mounted continental tire kit in 1956 as seen on this
car.
In this second year of production a more powerful 292 cu.in. V8 was
introduced and is part of the package in this car. This engine
delivered 202 HP through the 2-speed automatic transmission.
These first generation Thunderbirds are considered the purest
examples of the marque. As such this car is desirable for any
automotive collection.
ESTIMATE: $28,000 - $35,000
