Vehicle Description
On display and for sale at the St. Lous Car Museum is a highly
optioned Thunderbird convertible equipped with favorable 428ci V8
and automatic transmission, air conditioning, dual power seats,
power windows, roadster tonneau cover, speed control, Stereo-sonic
audio system, and more! Currently, this beautiful classic
Thunderbird displays only 44,731 actual miles and represents the
final year of the classic T-Bird Convertible!
Brief History About Ford's Legendary Thunderbird Model:
The newly revised fourth generation Thunderbird hit the streets in
1964 showcasing crisper body lines, squaring off at the fenders at
the front and rear. It maintained the quad headlights and wheelbase
of the previous design, along with, similar grill and bumpers. The
popular sequential rear turn signals were incorporated in 1965,
made even more famous as an attribute on Carol Shelby's GT
Mustangs. Also new for 1965 were standard power front disc brakes
aiding in superior stopping power.
The final year of this generation came about in 1966, with a full
revision of the front grill, introduction of the single blade style
front bumper, and a unique full length rear taillight panel. It
would also be the last year you could own a Thunderbird Convertible
until the retroversion designed for 2002, and the first year you
can order the larger 428ci V8 under the hood! This new 7.0L FE big
block produced 345 horsepower/462 lb. ft. of torque with 10.5:1
compression and Holley carburetion, all backed by the durable C6
3-speed automatic transmission and 9" rear end with 31-spline
axles! Only 5,049 convertibles would be produced in 1966, with
fewer packing the 428ci power plant, making this particular
"America's Personal Luxury Car" from Ford a rare commodity to have
in any collection!
Details About Our Available Ford Thunderbird Model:
Offered here is highly optioned 1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible
finished in factory code correct L- Ivy Yellow with optional code
66- Black Leather interior! The original owner of this very special
T-Bird left nearly no option box unchecked as his went down the
order form! It features the 428ci-4V V8 engine, C6 column-shift
automatic transmission, Tilt-Away steering column, Select-Aire air
conditioning, fiberglass roadster tonneau cover, dual 6-way power
front seats, passenger recliner, power windows, day/night rearview
mirror, white sidewall tires, all tinted windows, hazard flasher,
power steering & brakes, power folding convertible top, rear fender
skirts, body side moldings, rubber interior floor mats, and
electric clock! New for 1966 options also include Stereo-sonic
AM/8-track tape audio system with 4 speakers and the Highway Pilot
Speed Control system allowing the car to accelerate and decelerate
using the steering wheel controls. A feature we have grown
accustomed to using today!
In 2021 a brand-new Black factory correct convertible top was
installed along with new front kick panels, added a new passenger
side outside mirror, and new door handle mounts with new hardware.
Also, in 2021 the radiator was rebuilt, new FOMOCO radiator hoses
were installed as well as new transmission cooler lines. More
recently, we installed a new battery, new battery cables, and a new
starter solenoid were installed. This Thunderbird comes with an
extra 8 track radio, 2 sets of keys, its factory brochures, owner's
manuals, service manuals, build sheet, and all recent service
records.
This remarkably survived Thunderbird has traveled just 44,731 miles
according to the odometer reading and continues to remain solid and
rust free! All features are fully functional right down to the air
conditioning and dash clock! It was originally equipped to have
unique combination red band & white wall tires, of which you can
see with the factory original spare tire still housed in the trunk
compartment along with all original tire changing equipment. To
find a T-Bird this remarkably original and unmodified is quite a
treat! It retains all factory VIN stamps on the cowl and core
support, body VIN identification tag on the door, and aluminum
drivetrain tags ensuring you are getting a superbly authentic and
original example! We encourage all prospective buyers to consider
scheduling your chance to review this one before it gets away.
Thanks, as always, for looking at our hand selected inventory!
Please call with any questions or come into our showroom for a
closer look.
