![]() Watching the top mechanism raise and lower is similar to watching a ballet, with the trunk performing it's reverse opening and the entire top and its framing gracefully tucking down into the trunk, very much akin to the Ford retractable hardtops of the late 1950's. Resprayed in its original Candy Apple Red paint code T, and wearing a white canvas convertible roof, this car is in good condition with only minor dings and dents along with a few runs in the finish and areas of hazing and dullness. ![]() Let's explore some top down motoring in Ford's larger than life "personal luxury car" Other extras are a shop manual, convertible top repair manual, and the owner's manual. This 80,171 actual mile car comes with a slew of manuals and repairs, including but not limited to a new master cylinder, wheel cylinders, hoses, and a rebuilt brake booster, a new fuel tank, and a new pinion seal. Looking more like a high-priced Lincoln than a working man's Ford, the fourth generation Thunderbird reimagined the brand's familiar bullet profile with heavy style lines and intricate trim. This would be the last year for the convertible until the "retro models of 2002-2005.įor consignment, this 66 “Flair Bird”, a nickname acquired since the “Bullet Bird'', and the “Square Bird” were now old hat designs. Also added was an optional 428ci V8 engine. Even though this was the last year for the 4th generation, 1966 saw revisions for the Thunderbird, a new egg crate grill with a large emblem at the center, a single blade front bumper, and full width tail lights. ![]() For 1965, sequential turn signals were added along with standard front disc brakes. The 390ci V8 continued as standard fare for the Thunderbird as did the 3-speed automatic. The new Thunderbird continued to be offered in hardtop, convertible and Landau versions. The new model retained a similar grille design with quad headlights and a 113.2" wheelbase. For 1964 the Thunderbird was restyled in favor of a more squared off appearance, which was mostly evident when viewing the car from the side or rear.
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