Detail Info for: Ford: Thunderbird Base Convertible 2-Door 1956 Ford Thunderbird - 312CID - 3 Speed automatic - for restoration
Transaction Info
Sold On:
10/22/2016
Price:
$ 8200.00
Condition:
Mileage:
86404
Location:
West Liberty, Iowa, 52776
Seller Type:
Private Seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1956 Ford Thunderbird
Submodel Body Type:
Convertible
Engine:
5.1L 5114CC 312Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspira
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
P6FH252388
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 I will be out of touch from 10/20 AM to 10/23 PM seeing the grandkids. Received a question with a bad email address about the title and frame. Title is clear and Iowa plates and taxes current. I would estimate the frame to be at least "good". The undercoating is peeling off and a coat of rust has developed, but I see no deep pits or holes. My guess is a good shotblasting is all that is needed. This could be a beautiful car but first it will need a lot of work – I am not a restorer but I was assured by esteemed re-builder, Jewel Meetz, of Jewels Body Shop that the body work required is not unreasonable. The Hood, Trunk and Decks seem to be essentially rust free but as is obvious from the photos, the fenders and quarter panels need a lot of patching. I have a heavy machine shop and no experience with the type of welding required here and have decided to find something more fitting to my abilities. The engine is the original rebuilt 312 V-8 mated to the original 3-speed automatic transmission. It is equipped with power steering, power brakes, power seats, and a soft top. (the hardtop is not available). The clock is missing from the dash and I have a new replacement to send along as well as a new set of fender skirts. The car rolls easily but has obviously sat for a very long period and the tires are showing some dry rot. I did not attempt to clear and start the engine but would be willing to crank it over if requested. The canvas top is black with a couple of tears and apparently not to the white code. Vin # P6FH252388 P-312CID 6–1956 F-Dearborn H-Thunderbird Code 40A ZE XF 26CHO561 ZE-thunderbird green/colonial white XF-green/white You will need to arrange your own transportation. The car rides nicely on a Uhaul behind an F-150. I wouldn’t use a dolly considering the age of the tires. I have men who can help to load if necessary.
