1956 Ford Thunderbird Roadster-
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.
