Ford Thunderbird 1956

39900 USD

CAR DESCRIPTION FROM SELLER
In 2004 I purchased this car from a friend who lived in a suburb of Philadelphia, PA. and I drove the car back to my home south of Pittsburgh, about a 5 hour drive. The car is very dependable and drives nice. (see video) He purchased the car in California and before having it shipped, he had Prestige Thunderbird do a full service and repair anything that might be needed. Receipts of work done will be included with the sale. The T-bird has a older body-on restoration that has held up very well because it has been kept in a heated and air- conditioned garage since leaving California. The Red/White interior and Black exterior paint are the same colors as when it was built. Both the interior and Black paint have been professionally renewed. EXTERIOR:The body appears to be very straight and rust free. I believe little or no body filler was used before it was painted. There are a few minor imperfections in the paint. It's not bad, but the most noticeable is some rub marks where the hardtop meets the body below the rear window. I tried to get of photo of the rub marks but they wouldn't show up in the photos. The hardtop has some paint imperfections where the roof meets the deck of the body. (see photo, other side not as bad.)The chrome and bright work is all very nice. Wire wheels were new when installed a few years ago. They still look new as they were never in the rain or on dirty roads. Tires are a matched set of deep tread Classic Radials.INTERIOR:Interior has been professionally redone and looks excellent. The radio is an aftermarket "Thunderbird" radio that correctly fits into the dash and has a cassette player.The original, factory Thunderbird AM radio will be included. I don't know if it is operable. The tachometer is not working because the distributor is not a tach drive unit. I purchased the correct distributor for it and it too will be included with the sale. The car is fully equipped with the optional 312 V8, Automatic Transmission, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, and Power Seat. ENGINE COMPARTMENT:Engine compartment is very clean and detailed. The engine is strong and doesn't smoke or make any unusual noises. The exhaust exits through the bumper as original. The battery is a reproduction "gel type" battery. Engine serviced with an oil change, new filter, and ZDDP additive on August 8, 2020.TRUNK AREA:Trunk has a like new mat and what I believe is the correct bumper jack. The spare tire is inside the continental kit. I've never had it out but the tire looks like new from what I can see from under the car. FLAWS:Most all old cars have a few minor flaws.Following is a list of minor flaws I've found:1. The odometer makes some noise when driving it the first 1/2 mile or so. After that it gets quiet. Might just need lubed.2. A light rattle inside the car I now believe is the emblem on the glove box door that needs tightened. You can hear it on the video.3. The power seat control raised the seat up and town, but doesn't move the seat forward and back. 4. Tachometer is not working because of wrong distributor. I have the correct distributor and will include it. Youtube video of the car being driven at PAYMENT AND SHIPPING:Buyer must arrange all shipping at buyer's expense.To secure the transaction the buyer is to send a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 through paypal.Payment in full is to be made within 3 days of making the purchase. Preferred payment method is a bank to bank wired transfer of funds. I will also accept cash in person. No personal checks or other payment methods accepted.I'm in my mid 70s and selling off my toys. Absolutely not interested in any trades. Buyers from other Countries are welcome, but you must be able to make your own shipping arrangements. You are welcome to come and see the car if you're local. We can go for a ride if the weather is nice. Contact me through the ebay contact system for directions and to arrange a time.

CAR DESCRIPTION FROM SELLER

In 2004 I purchased this car from a friend who lived in a suburb of Philadelphia, PA. and I drove the car back to my home south of Pittsburgh, about a 5 hour drive. The car is very dependable and drives nice. (see video) He purchased the car in California and before having it shipped, he had Prestige Thunderbird do a full service and repair anything that might be needed. Receipts of work done will be included with the sale. The T-bird has a older body-on restoration that has held up very well because it has been kept in a heated and air- conditioned garage since leaving California. The Red/White interior and Black exterior paint are the same colors as when it was built. Both the interior and Black paint have been professionally renewed. EXTERIOR:The body appears to be very straight and rust free. I believe little or no body filler was used before it was painted. There are a few minor imperfections in the paint. It's not bad, but the most noticeable is some rub marks where the hardtop meets the body below the rear window. I tried to get of photo of the rub marks but they wouldn't show up in the photos. The hardtop has some paint imperfections where the roof meets the deck of the body. (see photo, other side not as bad.)The chrome and bright work is all very nice. Wire wheels were new when installed a few years ago. They still look new as they were never in the rain or on dirty roads. Tires are a matched set of deep tread Classic Radials.INTERIOR:Interior has been professionally redone and looks excellent. The radio is an aftermarket "Thunderbird" radio that correctly fits into the dash and has a cassette player.The original, factory Thunderbird AM radio will be included. I don't know if it is operable. The tachometer is not working because the distributor is not a tach drive unit. I purchased the correct distributor for it and it too will be included with the sale. The car is fully equipped with the optional 312 V8, Automatic Transmission, Power Steering, Power Brakes, Power Windows, and Power Seat. ENGINE COMPARTMENT:Engine compartment is very clean and detailed. The engine is strong and doesn't smoke or make any unusual noises. The exhaust exits through the bumper as original. The battery is a reproduction "gel type" battery. Engine serviced with an oil change, new filter, and ZDDP additive on August 8, 2020.TRUNK AREA:Trunk has a like new mat and what I believe is the correct bumper jack. The spare tire is inside the continental kit. I've never had it out but the tire looks like new from what I can see from under the car. FLAWS:Most all old cars have a few minor flaws.Following is a list of minor flaws I've found:1. The odometer makes some noise when driving it the first 1/2 mile or so. After that it gets quiet. Might just need lubed.2. A light rattle inside the car I now believe is the emblem on the glove box door that needs tightened. You can hear it on the video.3. The power seat control raised the seat up and town, but doesn't move the seat forward and back. 4. Tachometer is not working because of wrong distributor. I have the correct distributor and will include it. Youtube video of the car being driven at PAYMENT AND SHIPPING:Buyer must arrange all shipping at buyer's expense.To secure the transaction the buyer is to send a non-refundable deposit of $500.00 through paypal.Payment in full is to be made within 3 days of making the purchase. Preferred payment method is a bank to bank wired transfer of funds. I will also accept cash in person. No personal checks or other payment methods accepted.I'm in my mid 70s and selling off my toys. Absolutely not interested in any trades. Buyers from other Countries are welcome, but you must be able to make your own shipping arrangements. You are welcome to come and see the car if you're local. We can go for a ride if the weather is nice. Contact me through the ebay contact system for directions and to arrange a time.

BASIC CAR INFORMATION
Price:	39900 USD
Make:	Ford
Model:	Thunderbird
Year:	1956
Mileage:	94824 MI
Engine:	312 V8
Transmission:	Automatic
Warranty:	Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty

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Ford Thunderbird 1956

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