For Sale: 1973 Ford Thunderbird in Effingham, Illinois

1973 Ford Thunderbird 2-Door Hardtop 460 V8 44,038 Miles 2 owner car sold new in our area fabulous car no regrets here. Step back into the era of the true American personal luxury car with this 1973 Ford Thunderbird 2-Door Hardtop showing 44,038 miles, powered by the optional 460 CID 4-barrel V8 and Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission.What makes this Thunderbird especially interesting is its surviving original 1973 sales documentation. It was sold new on April 12, 1973, by Beccue Ford Sales in Altamont, Illinois, and the original handwritten sales invoice and dealer equipment sheets remain with the car.Finished new in Dark Brown Metallic with a Dark Brown vinyl roof, this Thunderbird was very well equipped for its day. The original paperwork documents an impressive list of factory equipment and options, including:460 CID 4V V8Cruise-O-Matic Automatic TransmissionPower SteeringPower Front Disc BrakesSelectAire Air Conditioning with Automatic Temperature Control6-Way Power Drivers SeatPower WindowsPower Door LocksOpera WindowsAM/FM Stereo Radio with Tape PlayerTilt Steering WheelPower AntennaRemote-Control Outside MirrorsTinted GlassConvenience Light GroupFront Cornering LampsDeluxe Bumper GroupAppearance Protection GroupInterval Windshield WipersAutomatic Seat-Back ReleaseDeluxe Seat and Shoulder BeltsSteel-Belted Radial White-Sidewall TiresWheel CoversThe original dealer paperwork shows a base price of $5,577, with its extensive list of options, freight and dealer service bringing the Thunderbird to $7,668.36 before trade allowance and other adjustments. The handwritten sales invoice records a final transaction total of $6,503.10.More than 50 years later, having the original dealer paperwork gives this Thunderbird something particularly speciala documented connection to the day it was sold new right here in Central Illinois.With its big-block 460 V8, long hood, formal roofline, distinctive opera windows and unmistakable 1970s styling, this Thunderbird represents an era when Ford built personal luxury cars to make a statement.Want to know more? Contact Mike Hawkins at 217-343-3018. Muscle Car Mike knows the classics and will be happy to answer your questions about this Thunderbird. -Financing Made Easy- We offer competitive financing options through our trusted network of banks and credit unions with flexible terms designed to fit your budget. Whether youre rebuilding credit buying your first vehicle or looking for the best available rates our team is here to help make your next vehicle purchase simple and affordable.-Quality Pre-Owned Vehicles You Can Trust- Browse our hand-picked selection of quality pre-owned vehicles. Every vehicle on our lot is carefully selected to provide value reliability and peace of mind. Most vehicles include our complimentary 90-Day / 4500-Mile Limited Powertrain Warranty. We also offer extended warranty options for added protection ask our team for details. We proudly carry a wide variety of makes and models including: Buick Cadillac Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ford GMC Honda Hyundai Jeep Lincoln Mazda Mercury Mitsubishi Nissan Pontiac Saturn Toyota and more.-Schedule Your Test Drive Today- Call us today to speak with our team or schedule your test drive. Local: 217-536-5364 Toll-Free: 1-866-786-4007