Vehicle Description
Every year of the first-generation T-Birds were a bit different,
and the 1956 Ford Thunderbird is arguably the best of them all.
This is sought after for features like the unique trim and
continental kit out back. And since you're looking at one that has
a full rotisserie restoration, it's a sharp and highly authentic
presentation of a true icon.
One of the world's most beloved cars, there's just no way to make a
1956 Thunderbird look bad. But when you get it right, they can be
downright amazing... and this has been restored and maintained to
amaze. It starts with a quality application of the factory-correct
Fiesta Red paint. Since this car was given a full frame-off
restoration, even the undercarriage has this bold and smooth
finish. The car's iconic lines are crisp thanks to good sheetmetal
and uniform gaps all around. Nice chrome accentuates this '50s
icon, and the exhaust still exits through the rear corners of the
bumper - a feature only found on a '56. The continental kit may
have been there to add trunk space, but we really just love it for
the way it adds a jaunty look to the sleek T-Bird. Factory wheel
covers, white walls, and fender skirts mean even the wheels have a
detail-oriented look. While this one comes with a block folding
roof for any time you get caught in wet weather, we all really know
your favorite top-on look will be with the iconic color-matcher
porthole hardtop.
Of course, you'll also drive quite happily with no roof at all. The
stylish red and white interior is factory-correct. There was a
solid investment here during the restoration to make sure the full
package remains a class act. That means terrific upholstery, plush
carpeting, and when you close the doors, the side panels flow
almost seamlessly into the dash. As a personal luxury car, there
was a full effort to be both sporty and stylish. You see it in the
artful steering wheel with Ford family crest at the center, and how
the gauge package came from the factory with a factory tach. This
one loves to give you a full time capsule like impression, and so
you'll even appreciate details, like the working courtesy light and
clock.
The code-P optional 312 cubic-inch V8 is what is on the VIN, and so
nothing less will do under the hood of this premium convertible.
The block even decodes to the correct one for this '56 T-Bird. This
has more of that clean style that tells you there was a big
investment all-around. It has all the right components, right down
to the pie dish air cleaner and iconic Thunderbird logo valve
covers. This one fires up easily and makes a terrific dignified
tune out of the dual exhaust. The three-speed automatic
transmission shifts smoothly, and you have power steering and power
brakes. So it's easy to go to your favorite car shows or cruise all
weekend.
The sale comes complete with restoration photos, maintenance
records, and the owner's manual. This is a beautifully finished
example of one of the most desirable American icons ever. So don't
miss your chance at an award-worthy package. Call today!!!
