Finished in classic Torch Red, this 1956 Ford Thunderbird has the
kind of presence that belongs in the bright lights of the Strip.
The white hardtop with its iconic porthole window adds just the
right contrast, while the chrome brightwork gleams like the
polished rail of a high-stakes blackjack table. Fender skirts
stretch over the rear wheels, emphasizing the sleek lines of this
first-generation T-Bird, while 15-inch steel wheels wrapped in
period-correct 6.70-15 whitewall tires complete the look. The
Continental kit out back extends the profile, giving it that
unmistakable silhouette that once cruised past the neon glow of the
Desert Inn.
A red and white vinyl interior carries that same effortless cool
inside, a perfect blend of style and comfort that feels as tailored
as a Rat Pack suit. The bench seat welcomes driver and passenger
alike with classic tuck-and-roll stitching, while the matching door
panels and red carpeting keep the theme going. A factory-style dash
hosts the signature machine-turned aluminum trim, housing the
original gauge cluster and a vintage AM/FM cassette stereo. The
floor shifter is right where it should be, giving the cockpit a
sports car feel, while power windows add the kind of luxury that
made the Thunderbird a status symbol from day one.
A 312 cubic-inch V8 delivers power through a Ford-O-Matic 3-speed
automatic transmission, making this Thunderbird every bit the grand
touring machine it was meant to be. A factory-style intake and
Holley four-barrel carb feed the engine, while Thunderbird-script
valve covers add a polished look. Power steering keeps it easy to
handle, and a dual exhaust system gives it just the right growl
without being overbearing. Factory suspension components round out
the package, keeping the ride composed whether rolling down the
Strip or stretching its legs on the open road.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• 312 V8 Engine
• Ford-O-Matic 3-Speed Automatic Transmission
• Holley 4-Barrel Carburetor
• Power Steering
• Dual Exhaust System
• Factory Suspension
• Power Brakes
• Torch Red Paint
• White Hardtop with Porthole Window
• Fender Skirts
• Chrome Brightwork
• Continental Kit
• 15-inch Steel Wheels with 6.70-15 Whitewall Tires
• Red and White Vinyl Interior with Bench Seat
• Machine-Turned Aluminum Dash Trim
• Factory Gauge Cluster
• Floor Shifter
• AM/FM Cassette Stereo
• Power Windows
With its unforgettable presence, refined styling, and just the
right amount of mid-century American luxury, this 1956 Ford
Thunderbird is a rolling tribute to an era when cars were built to
make an impression. From the casinos of the Strip to the scenic
highways of the West, this is the kind of car that still gets the
valet to park it right out front. Call today!
Vehicle Details
1956 Ford Thunderbird
Listing ID:CC-1926684
Price:$32,995
Location:Lavergne, Tennessee
Year:1956
Make:Ford
Model:Thunderbird
Exterior Color:Red
Interior Color:Red
Transmission:Automatic
Odometer:7538
Stock Number:4679-NSH
VIN:P6FH148138
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