The first generation Ford Thunderbird, introduced in 1955, was
marketed as a personal luxury vehicle. Its distinctive design
combined elegance and performance. The first generation ran from
1955 thru 1957 and established a legacy that would influence future
models.
Professional Restoration-
The current owner of this '56 Thunderbird has been the caretaker
for over 42 years. The roadster was the beneficiary of a total
restoration with serious mechanical upgrades in 2000. The body was
professionally refinished in Turquoise/Blue and the finish is in
overall excellent condition. Accents include rear fender skirts and
replica 15" Thunderbird cross-lace wire wheels that mount classic
whitewall radial tires. All chrome/stainless components are in very
good condition and the roadster is equipped with a nice manual
soft-top. The handsome vinyl interior was carefully re-upholstered
and completely refreshed. The classic 'Astra-Dial Control Panel"
dash houses a full factory gauge package including tachometer and
analog clock. A Vintage Air climate-control system has been added
along with an aftermarket AM/FM/Cassette sound system. An ididit
tilt-wheel column provides easy entry/exit and mounts a handsome
color-matched wheel w/chrome horn ring.
Upgraded 302 Windsor and C-4 Drivetrain-
According to the VIN, this 'P' code Thunderbird was factory
equipped with a 312ci/4V engine rated at 225hp. At the time of
restoration, this motor was replaced with an early-80's 302ci
Windsor that was rebuilt to stock specs. It is equipped with an
Edelbrock aluminum intake/carburetor and carefully dressed with
chrome/aluminum accents. Cooling is managed by an aluminum radiator
and electric fan and the Windsor is backed by a rebuilt Ford C-4
automatic gearbox. Torque is transferred to a refreshed Ford 8"
differential with street gearing.
Fatman Fabrications Suspension-
The clean chassis has been fitted with a Mustang II rack-and-pinion
front-end built by Fatman Fabrications and brakes have been
upgraded to a power-assisted 4-wheel disc setup w/dual master.
The '56 Thunderbird is a classic two-seat cruiser celebrated for
its iconic design and vintage prestige. This carefully restored
roadster belongs in your Blue Oval garage.
ALL VEHICLES SOLD "AS IS". TRUE MILEAGE UNKNOWN UNLESS OTHERWISE
STATED.
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