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1963 FORD THUNDERBIRD COUPE

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1963 FORD THUNDERBIRD COUPE

Starting Bid: $2,700 (USD)

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Location:

Columbia, Illinois 62236

Seller:

Private Party

Engine:

390ci V8

Transmission:

Automatic

Odometer:

14,201 (Mi)

Chassis/VIN:

3Y83Z151707

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Starting Bid: $2,700 (USD)

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Location:

Columbia, Illinois 62236

Seller:

Private Party

Engine:

390ci V8

Transmission:

Odometer:

14,201 (Mi)

Chassis/VIN:

3Y83Z151707

Carfax:

Lot Number:

79013495

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Vehicle Story

OVERVIEW

This 1963 Ford Thunderbird is powered by a reportedly numbers-matching Z-code 390ci V8 mated to a reportedly original three-speed Cruise-O-matic automatic transmission. Finished in Turquoise over a medium and light blue vinyl interior, this classic T-bird is now offered by the seller with an original shop manual, the original hubcaps, service records, and a clear title.

Highlights

  • Reportedly all original steel body 
  • Swing-away steering column
  • Power options include steering and drum brakes

Ownership History                                                                            

  • Offered by a private seller
  • Current location: Illinois 

EXTERIOR

  • Turquoise paint 
  • Quad headlights 
  • Functional hood scoop
  • Driver-side chrome mirror 

Updates

  • Exterior changed from the original Acupulco Blue Metallic and Corinthian White two-tone 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

  • 15-inch Cheviot wheels 
  • 245/60 radial tires
    • Grand Prix front
    • Cooper Cobra rear 

INTERIOR

  • Medium and light blue vinyl upholstery
  • Bucket seats
  • Center console 
  • Column-mounted automatic shifter 
  • MagicAire heater/defroster
  • Power steering 
  • Swing-away steering column
  • AM radio 

INSTRUMENTS

  • Gauges
    • 120-mph speedometer
    • Temperature
    • Clock
    • Fuel 
  • Odometer shows 14,201 miles
    • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

  • Z-code 390ci V8
    • 300 horsepower 
    • 10.5:1 compression ratio 
    • Four-barrel carburetor 

Transmission

  • Three-speed Cruise-O-matic automatic 

Service History Highlights

  • Oil changed in July 2025
  • Starter and several power steering components were replaced in 2024

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

  • 3.00 gears
  • Four-wheel power drum brakes 
  • Dual exhaust system 

DATA PLATE DECODER 

  • BODY, 63A - Thunderbird two-door hardtop 
  • COLOR, EM - Acupulco Blue Metallic and Corinthian White two-tone 
  • TRIM, 52 - Medium and Light Blue vinyl upholstery 
  • DATE, 11D - April 11, 1963
  • D.S.O., 74 - Seattle, WA 
  • AXLE, 1 - 3.00 gears 
  • TRANS, 4 - Three-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

  • Surface rust is visible in a few spots according to the seller
  • Minor scratches are seen on the exterior 
  • Interior shows signs of wear and tear 
  • Minor dents seen in the chrome brightwork 

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

  • Original shop manual
  • Original hubcaps
  • Service receipts 

VIDEO 

  • Seller has included videos of a walk-around inspection, cold start, and driving footage, which can be seen below 
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