Vehicle Description
1962 BLACK FORD THUNDERBIRD M-CODE LANDAU HARDTOPStunning and rare
frame-off restored M-Code T-Bird.Black w/Black interior 390/340hp
M-Code 3-spd. automatic transmission.As with the '63 T-Bird
featured elsewhere on our site this stunning '62 is also an M-Code
Landau Hardtop But this '62 is even rarer as its one of
approximately 5 built! Like the M-Code the Landau Pkg. was a new
option in '62. The vinyl roof was available only with the Landau.
But the big news was the M-Code 390ci big block engine sitting
under the hood! The beast was conservatively rated at 340hp for
insurance reasons. But in reality it was closer to 400hp. It
features 10.5:1 compression 3 Holley 2bbl carbs sitting atop an
aluminum intake manifold 406 heads with higher rate valve springs a
specially ground camshaft the was unique to this engine and a high
pressure oil pump.This absolutely stunning example was sold new in
CA. and has undergone a 5 phase restoration to factory spec's that
included mechanical electrical interior drivetrain and body. Over
$200k was spent on this amazing restoration. During the fifth phase
of restoration the body was stripped sanded and disassembled. This
process enabled the location identity and correction of any flaws
in the body. Fortunately the body was found to be very straight
with only minor rust found on the trunk floor. It was also
discovered that the passenger side rear quarter panel had been
replaced. The 3 original V.I.N's were located on the frame and
several period correct date stamps were located on various body
panels. have been preserved. All three V.I.N.'s have been
preserved. All chrome plating and stainless steel polishing was
performed by Speed and Sport Chrome in Houston TX. All rubber seals
and weather stripping came from Steel Rubber Products. Thunderbird
parts came from the Bird Nest Thunderbird Headquarters Larry's and
Concours Parts. Following this exhaustive process the body was
primed painted and reassembled. This all took the better part of a
year to complete. In addition to the car's extensive history it
also has its original Build Sheet! Options include Power Brakes
Power steering swing away steering column and factory air
conditioning. This has got to be one of the rarest T-Birds ever
produced! Although this '62 no longer has is original M-Code engine
it ('63 M-Code) has been modified with headers and vastly improved
internally. It runs and drives beautifully! Visit Corvette Mike
online at www.corvettemikeanaheim.com to see more pictures of this
vehicle or call us at 714-630-0700 today to schedule your test
drive.