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RARE 1963 FORD THUNDERBIRD ROADSTER CONVERTIBLE GORGEOUS RED 61k

  • Make: Ford
  • Model: Thunderbird
  • Type: Convertible
  • Trim: THUNDERBIRD
  • Year: 1963
  • Mileage: 61531
  • VIN: 3Y85Z156676
  • Engine size: 390 V8
  • Number of cylinders: 8
  • Power options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows, Power Seats
  • Fuel: Gasoline
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Drive type: RWD
  • Interior color: Black
  • Drive side: Left-hand drive
  • Options: Convertible
  • Vehicle Title: Clean
  • Location: Rockford, Illinois, United States

Description

Up for auction is this very nice 1963 Ford Thunderbird Convertible. The 3rd generation of the Ford Thunderbird is a large personal luxury car produced by Ford for the 1961 to 1963 model years. This generation of the Thunderbird was restyled in favor of the previous body style . The Thunderbirds sporty style and defining lines make this convertible a real head turner even still today. The T-Bird comes with a high output 390-cubic-inch 300 bhp V8 engine that still has plenty of pick up and that great sound when you rev the engine. Its true it will probably take about 10 seconds to hit 60 mph!. The T-Birds suspension allows the car to handle very well and to float through curves This convertible comes with dealer-installed tonneau cover and stainless interior appointments. This example has been owned and cared for by the current owner for over 25 years. It has been kept in a climate controlled garage and rarely ever driven in the rain. Affectionatelystyled with Kelsey Hayes wire wheel, they add to the already sleek and classy styleof this roadster! Everything operates as it should and the car runs and drives effortlessly. There is no rust or rot and the underside is clean.Seats are in nice shape with minimal wear.Carpets are clean and nice. Glass is good,no cracks,The power top works smooth. The ac is not functioning currently. The miles 61,XXX are original miles. Some fun facts about these cars ? .The total sales for 1963 were excellent,63,313 with 5,913 that were convertibles. The 1963 T Bird came with the Cruise-O-Matic MX 3 speed automatic transmission.. Some unique history about these cars ? They have appeared in several feature films and TV shows such asin the TV series Highlander as protagonist Duncan Macleods main ride. There was a 1963 Thunderbird convertible was used in a chase scene in the 1964 James Bond film Goldfinger, starring Sean Connery, a 1966 Thunderbird convertible was featured in the 1991 movie film Thelma and Louise, a 1966 Thunderbird convertible was featured in the 1983 film The Outsiders, and a black 1965 Thunderbird Convertible was cast in the film Wild At Heart. What a pleasure it is to own a unique car with so much common history !! Dont wait, call now, 815 566 7039 and ask for me, Keith Anderson. I will be glad to answer any questions,arrange shipping,schedule a test drive or inspection. You will be more than happy with this beautiful automobileand enjoy every time you get behind the wheel !