![]() ![]() I watched how complex my uncle’s 1960 T-Bird convertible was when the top went down, and the idea of connecting all those electro-hydraulic items from scratch and making everything work scares me a little, although this one looks like a simpler system. This is what scared me the most when I was looking this car over. You’ll want to cut out the corrosion first.Īnd here’s the top that goes into that hole. Here’s some of the rust you’ll be working on in the top storage area. The seller has a lot of extra Thunderbird parts to sell as well, but they are not included with the auction. There are a pair of extra doors included. Obviously you will need to do some fixing here, hopefully with metal rather than body filler. While there are some panels shown in the ad, I’m not sure if they included these fenders or not. The design of these third-gen T-birds have the sleek lines, plenty of room to carry. It looks like the only metal work you will have to do is some work on the trunk floor and in the area where the top lowers. The 1961 Ford Thunderbird seems to hit that sweet spot in classics. They also talk about having parted out dozens of cars and have saved the best sheet metal for this one. The seller tells us that they have owned the car since 1988 and kept it stored inside. No, I don’t know why the seller chose such odd dollar figures, but you can go to Lenhartsville, Pennsylvania and look the car over in person when you ask them.Ī substantial portion of the original paint has been removed, and while some of what the work has exposed is good, there’s certainly some areas that will require some more work. You can either buy it now for exactly $4,616.23, or take your chances in the no reserve auction where bidding starts at $3,561.63. Luckily, that’s reflected in the price of the car where it’s listed for sale here on eBay. The information contained in this vehicle description is provided on an "as is" basis with no guarantees of completeness, accuracy, usefulness or timeliness.Mileage displayed is not actual mileage due to exemptions.While some of the ‘heavy lifting’ has been completed on this 1961 Ford Thunderbird convertible, there’s still a fair portion to go. Ideal Classic Cars assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of this Vehicle. Contact Ideal Classic Cars of Venice, Florida today! For over 30 years we have bought and sold quality classic collector cars all over the world. We gladly accept trades! We offer financing options on your purchase through only the best classic car financing companies in the business, with approved credit. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have, give you a complete walk-around, and in the process, supply you with the most detailed description of the vehicle. Please contact one of our expert sales consultants for the most complete information on this beautiful vehicle. This is one T-Bird you don't want to let slip away! Please feel free to visit our showroom in tropical Venice, Florida or contact one of our sales specialists online or over the phone today for the opportunity to put this fabulous Ford in your garage! The exterior is finished in bold Monte Carlo red accented by glittering chromework and the gorgeous wire wheels with wide whitewall tires. This example features power steering, power brakes, Swing-Away steering wheel, power windows, power seat, power top, fender skirts, and later roadster kit accessories that makes the already sleek body even more so. After the fist generation the T-bird became more of a luxury tourer and thus could be equipped with plenty of options from the factory. V8 engine mated to the smooth Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission. It's jet age styling will forever remain fresh and stylish, sporty and elegant. Known as the “Bullet Bird” because of it's bullet shaped silhouette, this design in loved by many enthusiasts to this day. V8 Engine - Cruise-O-Matic Transmission - Power Steering - Power Brakes - Power Windows - Power Seat - Power Top - Factory Air Conditioning - Chromed Wire Wheels - Fender Skirts - White Interior - Finished in Monte Carlo Redīy far, the sleekest of all the Thunderbirds is the third generation. ![]()
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