Essentials
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird
Year: 1962
VIN: 2Y83Z132085
Location: Rialto, CA
Seller: Private seller
Listing at a glance
1962 Ford Thunderbird
28,589 miles shown (Total mileage unknown)
390ci V8 engine
3-speed automatic transmission
2-door Tudor Hardtop (63A) coupe
Power steering
Power brakes
New brake master cylinder
Third-party photos and inspection
2-owner car
Repaint in red
Power windows
Power locks
Swing-away steering wheel
Details
This 1962 Ford Thunderbird is offered by CLASSIC.COM Pro and shows 28,589 miles. Power comes from a 390ci V8 engine coupled to a 3-speed automatic transmission, while output is sent to the rear wheels. The 2 door Tudor Hardtop coupe left the factory in Fieldstone Tan Metallic and has been the recipient of a red respray. The Thunderbird led the way in the 60s with amenities and was fitted with power windows, seats, locks, and windows. The car also features power steering, removable fender skirts, and a new brake master cylinder. This Thunderbird is reportedly a 2-owner vehicle, as the current owner claims to have purchased the car from the original owner in 1989. It is currently located in Rialto, California.
The 1962 Ford shows well in the third-party photos. The red paint suits the cars lines, and the two-tone scheme represents the time period well. Despite the re-paint, the third-party inspection did reveal multiple spots of cracks and scratches in the paint that one might expect of a car this age. The inspection also revealed cracked tail lights, inoperable drivers side windows, and a passenger-side deflector that is broken. New seals are needed around the rear window and the trunk. The interior is dressed in Light Pearl Beige, matching the white upper exterior paint, and is in fair condition with the exception of some tears in the upholstery. The factory radio is in place but also inoperable, as is the drivers side power seat. The inspection also reported staining on the carpets. In terms of functionality, the engine and transmission, and brakes operate as they should and the odometer reads 28,589 but true mileage is unknown. Some blue smoke is reported at idle and as is fluid leakage from the engine, transmission, and differential. The steering needs an alignment, and the shocks and their bushings need to be checked for replacement. Overall the car is a driver quality vehicle that presents well all around, considering its age. Included in the sale is one set of keys.
This car is being marketed by a CLASSIC.COM Pro on behalf of its current owner and is located in Rialto, CA.
About the model
The third generation of the Ford Thunderbird is a personal luxury car produced by Ford for the 1961 to 1963 model years. It featured new and much sleeker styling than the second-generation models. A new, larger 390 cu in (6.4 L) FE-series V8 was the only engine available in 1961 and for 1962 and 63 Ford offered a hotter version of the engine. The Thunderbird was the official 1961 Indianapolis 500 pace car. The car was replaced by the 4th generation Thunderbird for the model year 1964.
Features and Specs
390ci V8 engine
4 barrel carburetor
3-speed automatic (Cruise-O-Matic)
Tudor Hardtop (63A)
Power steering
Power brakes
Power windows
Power locks
2-speed windshield wipers
Swing-away steering wheel
Hubcaps with spinners
Light Pearl Beige vinyl seats
Removable rear fender skirts
Front bucket seats with center console
Red paint
New brake master cylinder
AC (not currently working)
Known Modifications
The vehicle has been repainted in red from the Z code Fieldstone Tan Metallic
Service History
According to the owner, the vehicle received regular maintenance (since the 80s) from her father, who was a mechanic
Ownership History
2-owner vehicle
The current owner purchased the vehicle in 1989
Known issues
Left brake light is inoperable
Drivers side rear window is inoperable
Drivers side window is not functioning properly
Rear drivers side tire is worn and needs to be replaced
Wiper blades need to be replaced
Passenger side deflector is cracked
Surface rust on the bumper
Paint has scratches and chips in multiple places
Tail light lenses are cracked
Drivers power seat doesn't function
Tears in the upholstery
Stains on the carpet
Factory radio is inoperable
Engine, transmission, and differential show signs of leakage
Needs an alignment
Emits blue smoke during idle
Trunk seals are leaking
Seal around the rear window needs to be replaced
AC is inoperable
Due Diligence
Third-party photos
Third-party inspection 5/2/2023
Included in the sale
1 set of keys
This car is being sold through CLASSIC.COM Pro
