Vehicle Description
The introduction of its model back in the day heralded a new
automotive niche - the "personal car" - and it would go on to
become synonymous with pure style. This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a
true rolling icon, an evocative classic that will bring up images
of a simpler time, when car aficionados met at the local drive-in
to show off their rides and rock and roll was in its infancy. It's
carrying factory correct power under its hood and has recently
received plenty of maintenance to bring it to a solid running
condition.
First generation T-Birds like this one are arguably among the most
instantly recognizable of all classics. Stylishly tasteful and
compact but by no means cramped, this is a car that's captured the
admiration of onlookers for decades. Decked out in its original
Colonial White shade with its coveted Continental rear bumper
displaying the spare tire in its decorative cover - a look that
debuted the very year this car rolled out - this '56 is one
seriously sharp ride and offers an awful lot to like. Its solid
running condition means you can hit the road just as soon as you
get it home, the two-seater design is both magnetic and rare - the
configuration was only offered for three years on the model before
being put on a decades long hiatus - and it's well aligned, with a
hood, doors and trunk that open and shut smoothly. When the skies
darken, there's a Wimbledon white accessory top included to provide
shelter from the elements.
The two tone, black and white interior also sports its original
color combination and remains in thoroughly stock condition, with
the exception of the AM/FM/Cassette at the center of the dash.
There are plenty of attention getting details inside. The door
panels to each side of the bench seat mirror its color pattern, and
their textured accents merge with the trim on the dash and surround
you with chrome on three sides. Below, the carpeting seems to have
been recently installed and features a pair of Thunderbird- logoed
floor mats to complete its look. The dash pad also appears very
fresh as it sits above the collection of factory components in the
instrument cluster, all of which are easily readable. The updated
electric wiper conversion is a nice plus, as it makes for much
safer driving in the rain.
You'll have no delays enjoying great times out on the road. The
period-correct 292 cubic inch V8 beneath the hood is equipped with
a Holley 4-barrel carb and starts up with no hesitation as it pairs
with a three speed manual transmission that was rebuilt not long
ago and is navigated by a clutch that has a really nice, solid
feel. The engine was recently serviced, at which time a Pertronix
electronic ignition was installed to maximize available spark, and
a whole host of other parts were replaced for added reliability,
including the control arm bushings, fuel pump and the entire brake
system. The alignment on this classic also seems to be very much on
point, so it rides straight and smooth and stops without pulling to
either side as it cruises on its set of 15" spoked wheels that add
to its thoroughly vintage look and also carry Hankook tires.
If you're looking to get behind the wheel of a truly iconic classic
in strong running condition, this 1956 Ford Thunderbird is a
must-see. Call today!