1956 FORD THUNDERBIRD
1956 FORD THUNDERBIRD
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Location:
Jacksonville, Florida 32223
Seller:
Engine:
312ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
17,100 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
P6FH262261
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
73168439
Location:
Jacksonville, Florida 32223
Seller:
Engine:
312ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
17,100 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
P6FH262261
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
73168439
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OVERVIEW
This 1956 Ford Thunderbird is powered by a reportedly numbers-matching 312ci V8 mated to a three-speed Fordomatic automatic transmission. Finished in red over a red and white vinyl interior, this classic T-bird is now offered by the seller with spare parts and a clear title.
Highlights
- Underwent complete restoration
- New interior
- Continental kit
Ownership History
- Offered by a private seller
- Current location: Florida
EXTERIOR
- Red paint
- Color-matched removable hardtop
- Continental kit
- Fender skirts
- Hood scoops
- Dual chrome side mirrors
- Chrome brightwork
Updates
- Color changed from original Colonial White
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch multi-spoke wheels
- 205/75 whitewall radial tires
INTERIOR
- Red and white vinyl upholstery
- Bench seat
- Power steering
- Aftermarket retro-look stereo
- AM/FM
- Auxiliary
- Bluetooth compatible
Updates
- New interior
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 120-mph speedometer
- 5,000-rpm tachometer
- Temperature
- Clock
- Fuel
- Auxiliary Bosch fuel gauge
- Odometer shows 17,106 miles
- Title reads mileage-exempt
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 312ci V8
- Four-barrel carburetor
- Aluminum radiator
Transmission
- Three-speed Fordomatic automatic
Service History Highlights
- Engine recently tuned up
- Period-correct alternator installed
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Power front disc brakes
- Dual exhaust system
Service History Highlights
- New gas tank installed in 2023
DATA PLATE DECODER
- BODY, 40A - Two-door convertible
- COLOR, E - Colonial White
- TRIM, XB - Red and white vinyl
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Surface rust visible on undercarriage components
- Door panel is broken
- Seller states that they are currently in the process of fixing it
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Spare parts
ADDITIONAL NOTES
- This vehicle does not include a soft top; it only features a color-matched removable hardtop.









































































Changing the original body color was a major no-no, detracting much from the value of the car.
He should have taken the $21k+. Too much $required to bring this up to show quality including over $8k for a convertible top and mechanisms.
BID: $21,000
BID: $20,000
BID: $19,000
BID: $18,000
BID: $17,500
BID: $16,500
BID: $16,000
BID: $15,000
BID: $13,500
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BID: $12,250
BID: $11,750
BID: $11,250
What happened to the Paint Job? Looks like poor detail work. Too bad!
BID: $9,250
Phew! Glad I got outbid. I didnt realize the car did not have any part of the convertible top. Used tops selling for upwards of $6k on ebay and other sites. Good luck bidders.
BID: $9,000
BID: $8,750