Vehicle Description
There's really no such thing as an undesirable Thunderbird. But, in
the name of variety, a lot of vintage 'birds have been transformed
into insular hot rods that just aren't as cool as their pure,
correctly restored peers. That's why this national award-winning
drop-top is so appealing. Benefitting from acute restoration, it
wraps a smooth Ford-O-Matic 3-speed and 312 cubic inches of hot
Thunderbird V8 in clean California sheetmetal that's both
attractive and timeless. In the market for a cool rendition of a
legendary collector car? This awesome roadster could be the literal
interpretation of your next classic!
ALWAYS A ROSE
Herded from California to Florida around 1995, this contoured Ford
was located by its current owner in the summer of 2001. The idea
was to find an authentic Dusk Rose Thunderbird that he could
ground-up restore for his wife. However, upon seeing the car, at
that point a 97K-mile driver that had been maintained as needed,
the owner decided a ground-up restoration simply wasn't warranted.
So, the convertible's curvaceous sheetmetal was massaged back to
life during a detailed, body-on restoration that's seen nothing but
leisurely weekend miles in the years since. That solid fa�ade,
restored in every way except being separated from its chassis, was
carefully re-sprayed in correct Dusk Rose 2-stage and fully dressed
in professionally re-chromed ornamentation. And today, this T-Bird
rolls as one impressive, delightfully retro classic!
Detailing begins with a bulleted bumper, which props a stainless,
AACA-branded grille under hooded headlights and a teal-trimmed
Thunderbird header. Behind that header, a classy hood scoop leads
stainless-trimmed glass that's capped by either a Colonial White
hardtop or a black soft top. Below those roofs, a correct mirror
joins polished door handles to reflect factory fender skirts,
ornate fender louvers and flowing "Thunderbird" scripts. And at the
back of the car, chrome-trimmed, jet-inspired taillights center an
intricate trunk emblem above a second wraparound bumper that's
fashioned around true-dual exhaust.
THUNDERBIRD SHOW, FORD-O-MATIC GO
Tilt the hood and you'll find 312 cubic inches of dressed
Thunderbird power! Introduced in 1956, Ford's stout Y-block V8
remained an option in blue oval staples well into the mid-1970s.
Bottom-side, a correct Ford-O-Matic 3-speed twists torque through
an open differential and sporty, 3.10 gears. That drivetrain hangs
in a sturdy, road-ready X-frame that's founded on a fully restored
double A-arm front and solid axle rear suspension. At the corners
of the car, power-assisted drum brakes complement good handling
characteristics with solid and confident stops. Those handling
characteristics are easily explored through factory power steering.
Exhaust is managed by aluminized pipes, which span big resonators
and throaty turbo mufflers. And power meets the pavement through
attractive chrome wires, which spin 205/75R14 Firestone Supreme
whitewalls.
BLACK AND WHITE
In keeping with this roadster's high performance theme, interior
outfitting remains minimal, with high quality restoration pieces
providing the correct White cockpit plenty of long-term durability.
Front and center, a stylish dash wraps engine-turned trim around
rebuilt gauges and a modern, direct-fit radio. At the middle of the
floor, a petite chrome shifter floats between Thunderbird-themed
floor mats. And the driver spins a classy, teal-laced steering
wheel.
A highly desirable drop-top that wraps well-maintained restoration
around a storied V8 and a smooth, 3-speed transmission, this
national award-winning T-Bird offers a little something for
everyone. And what's better: it's exactly the kind of classic that
provides endless fun on the highway and celebrity status in the
parking lot. Don't miss the opportunity to experience a stellar
piece of American automotive history!
HIGHLIGHTS
National award-winning Thunderbird that's benefitted from detailed
restoration
Correct 312 cubic inch Thunderbird V8
Correct Ford-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission
Open differential / 3.10 gears
Factory power steering
Factory power brakes
Correct Dusk Rose paint / Colonial White hardtop
Correct White interior / Black soft top
14-inch chromed wire wheels
Original Ford Motor Company Gate Release and Accounting document
(listing options and pricing)
Restoration photos
All RK Motors vehicles receive a comprehensive, multi-point
inspection
We can arrange shipment of your purchase anywhere in the world
