Vehicle Description
This 1964 Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt is a tribute to the rare
lightweight examples that Ford sold a mere 100 units. Besides
getting some great details correct, the dual-quad 427 V8 means it's
still king of the strip. So as you look over the care that has gone
into making a proper tribute, remember how much fun you can have in
this one without putting down $200-$300k for an original.
If you're looking at this, then you already know the legend of the
Thunderbolt: 100 hand-built Fairlines made to capture the 1964 NHRA
Super Stock championship. These cars were built in a very specific
way, and so you need to know what to look for in the details.
Wimbledon White was only one of two colors these came in, and so
it's great to have a factory-correct coded car. These cars were an
exercise in weight savings, so it's nice to have a lightweight
fiberglass hood. And that large power bulge is the correct look
that allows for the heat to dissipate. Plus, there are other great
Thunderbolt-style details, like the painted front bumper, hood
pins, and black Thunderbolt lettering and details painted on. You
even have vintage Cragar wheels.
Just like the exterior, the interior is all about authenticity for
racing. So non-essential items like the radio and heater are
deleted. But you still feel a sense of value because there's a nice
interior upgrade of later-model bucket seats. They offer nice
comfort, and the comfy gray cloth coordinates with the rear seats
and side panels for a nice uniform look. Oh course, what you'll
really love is how the classic Mr. Gasket gearstick will give you a
tingle of performance every time your right hand touches it. And
the thin factory steering wheel not only has the ideal classic
grip, but also it gives you a clear view to the large AutoMeter
AutoGage tach mounted on top of the column.
Under the hood is what really makes this so special. The
Thunderbolts were all about stuffing the full-size motor into a
lighter and smaller car. So you get a proper 427 cubic-inch
side-oiler V8. That long air topper is needed because feeding this
big motor are dual four-barrel carburetors. The full custom header
package also adds power while creating a ferocious growl. It's a
powerful package, and so you'll like the right details, like a
four-speed manual transmission and 4.11 gears in the rear for
powerful takeoffs. And speaking of the rear end, check it out in
the undercarriage photos. The stout 9-inch Ford unit is even
correctly reinforced with welded trailing arms to be a true strong
track machine.
This is the tribute that offers all the fun of the original at a
fraction of the price. Don't miss this special build, call
today!