Vehicle Description
This glamorous 1959 Ford Thunderbird Convertible is an exceptional
example of why these cars are so coveted and collected today. For
1958, Ford discontinued the two-seat Thunderbird in favor of a
larger, four-seat 'Square Bird' version that was well received and
was an unqualified sales success. The innovative monocoque
construction allowed the new T-Bird to maintain an exceptionally
low stance with an overall height of only 52.5 inches and a mere
5.3 inches of ground clearance.
This rare Red beauty has been restored to a high standard and is
absolutely stunning. Adding to the glamor and excitement of this
Thunderbird are a set of Kelsey-Hayes style wire wheels wrapped
with wide whitewall radial tires and a continental kit in the rear.
The correct two-tone red and white interior is spectacular with
bucket seats, console and disappearing white convertible top.
Rare J-Code 430 cubic inch engine option
One of only 1,168 J-code 1959 Thunderbird Convertibles
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Kelsey-Hayes style wire wheels
Wide whitewall radial tires
Continental kit
Power convertible top
Bucket seats
For 1958, the standard motor available was an X-code 352cubic inch
with 235bhp and the more powerful 300bhp W-code version of the
engine was an option. 1959 saw the introduction of the big 430
cubic inch J-code that was sourced directly from Lincoln producing
345 horsepower. Of the 67,456 Thunderbirds Ford produced for the
1959 model year, just 10,261 were convertibles.
Of those, a mere 1,168 convertibles were optioned with the powerful
J-code 430 engine, making this Thunderbird both a rare and highly
desirable car. The massive 7-liter V8 is mated to the optional
Cruise-O-Matic transmission and driving through a 2.91:1 rear
axle.
This 1959 Ford Thunderbird Convertible J-Code, beautifully restored
and outfitted with the rarest and most powerful motor available, is
a rare find. Call today!