63,787 original miles. Attractive color combination with beautiful
leather interior. Desirable 460 cubic inch V8. Loaded with options
including aluminum wheels. Very clean, never painted or patched.
Big engine luxury 'Bird with an appealing look. Sometimes platform
sharing works in your favor. Instead of a cheaper car being dressed
up like a luxury model, this Thunderbird is actually a Lincoln
underneath. That means a big V8 up front, pillowy-soft ride
quality, and a luxurious interior, all on a Ford budget. The long
hood, short deck styling works quite well on the Thunderbird,
giving it a lot of presence, and we like the simpler front end that
eliminates the fussy hidden headlights. This is a nice original car
that has never been restored or repainted, and as a result, it
feels very much like it would have back in the late 1970s. There's
a heavy feeling to the doors as you climb aboard and everything
feels well-damped, as if any vibration or noise was a crime. The
factory silver paint still shines up nicely and is accentuated by a
burgundy pinstripe that matches the interior. It's worth noting
that the padded landau roof is in good condition and all the glass
and lenses are quite nice, including the full-width taillights
(another Lincoln detail updated for the T-Bird). Some of the chrome
is showing its age, but nothing that needs immediate attention or
replacement, and details like the bumpers and grille are in great
shape. Even the rub strips along the car's flanks are nicely
preserved with no yellowing or peeling. Someone took good care of
this car for most of its life. The beautiful burgundy leather
interior further blurs the line between Lincoln and Ford, offering
up the kind of American luxury that we probably won't see ever
again. Plush deep pile carpets keep things quiet and the seats are
more easy chair than performance bucket. That's OK because the
T-Bird is all about comfort, and includes features like power
windows, power driver's seat, remote mirrors, cruise control, A/C
(needs to be serviced), and more. Round instrument pods attempt to
add a little sportiness to the T-Bird's demeanor, and the controls
are all wrapped around the driver to make things feel personal. A
decent AM/FM/8-track stereo provides entertainment, and the power
antenna works properly. The leather seating surfaces are in great
shape with the back seat looking almost new, and even the red
carpets are nicely preserved with no fading?rare in a car with red
upholstery. Even the headliner remains in great condition with no
tears or sagging. And as a full-sized car, you get a full-sized
trunk that's beautifully upholstered in gray carpet and includes a
full-sized spare and jack assembly. Ford's biggest engine was
standard in 1976, a 460 cubic inch V8 making the kind of effortless
torque that makes these cars feel special on the road. It's not
especially fast, but it does whisper along at high speeds without
any apparent effort, and that was the entire point. This one starts
easily and pulls well at any speed thanks to more than 350 lb-ft.
of torque on tap. Recent work includes ignition components, belts,
and hoses, so it's ready to drive and thanks to things like
electronic ignition, it's a reliable traveling partner. The C6
3-speed automatic transmission clicks through the gears
unobtrusively and with 2.73 gears out back, it just loafs along on
the highway. As we mentioned, the ride is Lincoln luxury smooth,
and this car is still using what appears to be its original exhaust
system, so the soundtrack is appropriately hushed. The floors are
in excellent condition, there's no rot in the usual spots, and
aside from some surface rust on the heavy metal parts, it doesn't
look like it has ever seen harsh winter weather. Better still, this
car wears optional polished aluminum wheels that are in fantastic
condition and carry big 225/75/15 whitewall radials that look
right. Documentation includes the original owner's manual. '70s
luxury coupes are gaining appreciation in the market simply because
there will never be anything else like them ever again. Big,
comfortable, powerful, and luxurious, they were the ultimate symbol
of success in America. Today they're still pleasant cars to drive
and are eminently affordable, so you get a whole lot of car for
your money. This T-Bird isn't a perfect car, but the basics are
excellent and it has an awesome look that makes it a great starter
collectable for just about anyone. Call today! Harwood Motors
always recommends and welcomes personal or professional inspections
of any vehicle in our inventory prior to purchase.
Vehicle Details
1976 Ford Thunderbird
Listing ID:CC-1966679
Price:$9,900
Location:Cleveland, Ohio
Year:1976
Make:Ford
Model:Thunderbird
Exterior Color:Silver
Interior Color:Burgundy leather
Transmission:Automatic
Odometer:63787
Stock Number:120139
VIN:6Y87A102612
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