Vehicle Description
Many believe the third generation Thunderbird is where Ford really
got their idea of a personal luxury cruiser together, and this 1962
Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster tribute shows all the reasons why.
With its fantastic good looks and a known history, this will
impress you with its well-kept survivor-like preservation. And it
even has the cool upgrade to the Sports Roadster tonneau,
This Thunderbird is about showcasing that brief time in automotive
history when designers ruled over engineers, and they got to build
the cars they wanted. A sleekly rounded hood that ends at a point
to give the Thunderbird a true beak. A chrome line that runs from
the front point to the tailfin. Those jet-inspired taillights are
prominent thanks to a bright bumper that tapers inwards. All the
intricate design work needs to be as complete and straight as this
T-bird is to really make an impression wherever it goes. That's why
you want a well-respected example like this. It is reported to have
had only three owners over the last 60 years, and there has been a
bit of known history passed between them to where the low odometer
is believed to represent the full actual mileage (averaging about
725 miles annually.) The trim tag tells us this is in its original
color combo. The Corinthian White not only looks correct, but it's
also a classic enamel application. So it's possibly original or a
very convincing classic restoration. Looking correct is key because
this convertible is also rare. There were less than 10,000 T-bird
convertibles produced in 1962, and 60 years later it will be quite
hard to find one with this level of commitment to originality and
care. The only upgrade you'll really spot is the matching white
tonneau cover that goes over the back seats. It doesn't alter the
body, but it does give this the ultra-desirable and ultra-sleek
look of the Sports Roadster.
The white convertible top was correctly replaced in 2016 and the
mechanism was restored. So it powers down with little assistance,
and you can do it with the Sports Roadster tonneau in place. And
you'll want to do that often because the red interior makes for a
great color combo with the exterior's creamy white. This T-bird is
a beautiful mix of '60s cool design and high-end luxury. Bucket
seats and a console were the only way to get your third-generation
Thunderbird. The beautiful round gauges have an elegant look with
each in their own pod, and the band of anodized aluminum trim
stretching across the dash and into the doors adds some great
contrast. When the tonneau cover is off there's plenty of room in
the back for full-sized adults. And everyone will love the
authentic style seen everywhere from the AM radio that's there for
a display to Ford's exclusive swing-away steering column.
The engine bay has the same authentic style as the rest of the car.
So it looks good with the gold valve covers, clean white inner
fenders, and even the correct FoMoCo washer fluid bag. Ford's large
390 cubic-inch V8 was what Ford used to make sure that this
substantial-size convertible had the power and torque to cruise
with confidence. It fires up nicely with an authoritative hum out
of the dual exhaust that seems perfect for this mature T-Bird. The
Cruise-O-Matic auto trans, power steering, and power brakes all
work in harmony to help keep the ride luxurious. Plus, those Kelsey
Hayes style chrome wire wheels are another great hallmark of the
Roadster model. And mounted to those wheels are modern cruising
tires disguised as classic whitewalls.
Complete with build receipts, this has the history, style, and
substance that makes for an awesome stand-out classic. So if you
want the ultimate personal luxury drop-top classic, call today!
