1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible For Sale
This 1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible captures everything that
made the mid-'60s Thunderbirds so distinctive, blending luxury,
style, and mechanical theater in a way few cars of the era could
match. Showing just 49,000 original miles, it's powered by Ford's
390 cubic-inch V8 paired with an automatic transmission and a 3.00
rear gear. The car is equipped with front disc brakes and rear
drums, and features the classic swing-away steering column that
makes entering and exiting effortless.
The power convertible top remains one of the Thunderbird's most
memorable features. Its fully automated, sequentially timed
operation feels straight out of a 1960s sci-fi film. Instead of a
traditional forward-hinged trunk, the decklid is hinged at the rear
and opens backward like a clamshell to reveal the stowage
compartment. The soft top retracts into that space and disappears
completely beneath the trunk lid. When everything closes, the car
presents as a sleek open-top cruiser with a long, uninterrupted
rear deck and no exposed top or boot cover.
Inside, the Thunderbird's design continues to set it apart. The
ribbon-style speedometer uses a horizontal bar that glides across a
linear scale rather than a rotating needle, flanked by matching
horizontal gauges for fuel, temperature, oil pressure, and
alternator output. The layout was inspired by aircraft
instrumentation and was considered futuristic for the time. At
night, the cluster emits a soft green-blue glow, and despite the
modern appearance, the system is still mechanically driven by a
traditional cable from the transmission.
The interior also features power windows and locks, along with one
of the Thunderbird's more unique touches: rear bucket seats.
Instead of a standard bench, the rear passengers each get sculpted,
contoured buckets with curved seatbacks and integrated side
bolsters that flow into the quarter trim.
Overall, this '66 Thunderbird Convertible delivers the full
experience that enthusiasts look for - classic Ford styling, a
strong-running 390 V8, and a uniquely engineered convertible top
and interior design that make it stand out even today.
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