Vehicle Description
This 1964 Ford Thunderbird might just be the most affordable way to
take home a comfortable cruiser that also turns heads the moment it
leaves the garage. In fact, with a reliable V8, automatic
transmission, and ice-cold A/C, and this is a classic coupe that
you won't be afraid to take out any day of the week.
A golden T-bird from this generation is the perfect blend of
aggression and elegance. After all, items like the shark-like nose
and hood scoop artfully blend with the fender skirts and vinyl roof
for a terrific total presentation. And the B-pillar ornamentation
signals this is a Landau roof model - nearly three times rarer than
the standard '64 hardtop. The bumpers are some of the best
integrated forms ever put on a vehicle. The front has a swoopy
design the frames the headlights and surrounds the grille. In the
rear, it's a mirror-like endcap for one of the most interesting
trunk lines to ever hit the road. And the addition of Cragar wheels
only increases the attention this coupe commands.
Personal luxury really meant something in 1964, as the tasteful
bucket seat interior offers plenty of eye candy for both driver and
passengers. The factory-correct beige seats have a well-coordinated
contrast with the darker tan areas of the interior. A center
console was standard equipment, and the way the wood paneling is
laid out reminds us all the driver is king. This also it includes
controls for the air conditioning (now running modern R-134a.) And
with style a priority in these T-birds, the swing-away steering
wheel was also standard. The gauges have that 60s-cool setup that
is so intricate that we know no factory would ever dare try in
modern times. The ribbon-style speedometer sits on top, and four
fashionable individual round pods finish the gauge package.
The big block 390 cubic-inch V8 was the only motor available in
'64, and that's because it had the horsepower and torque to keep
everyone happy. This one has been upgraded with some nice Edelbrock
brightwork on the air topper and valve covers, but it still doesn't
stray from the original formula. This includes the correct blue
paint on the Ford block, and a four-barrel carburetor to keep the
V8 breathing deeply. It fires up easily and makes a nice sound out
of the dual exhaust - it's not like a muscle car, but instead, a
confident and mature rumble. A three-speed automatic spins a
limited-slip rear end with 3.00 gears, making this coupe an easy
driver in all situations. Add in the power steering, front disc
brakes, and modern BF Goodrich tires, and this is an ideal all-day
cruiser.
Thunderbirds have always represented style, but this one also
presents good value for a feature-filled classic driver. Don't miss
out on this classy coupe, call today!!!