1956 Ford Thunderbird

Convertible

312

Manual

P6FH232412

Clear

Gasoline

1956 Thunderbird. This Tbird has a 312 engine with 3 speed manual with overdrive. The Tbird was originally Raven Black with a black and white interior.No power seats, no AC. I purchased this car from the original owner in July of 2011. The car had been in storage in Oregon for approximately 30 years. The Tbird originally came from California. There is some surface rust as shown in photos. My plan was to restore the car, however I am now retired and do not have the funds to complete the process. I have listed most of the work I have done to the car. It was completely stripped using soda blasting, then primed to protect the metal. The drivetrain was then rebuilt and reinstalled and the car now runs and will drive. The body is fairly straight but will need some work to be perfect. There is damage to the front of the driver door that does not show well in the photos. The mileage shown on the car I was told is the original miles. The wheels and tires on the car are not original and are 14" There is a set of 15x6 early 60's ford wheels that come with the car. The headliner is coming apart and will need to be replaced. I believe all parts are with the car, however it is possible there are some small items missing. All parts for the portholes and continental kit are present. The driver and passenger door windows were replaced with correct glass and all components rebuilt including new wipes installed. (cost 532.50) The engine was completely rebuilt by Portland Engine Re-builders. The engine rebuild included new piston, rings, wrist pin bushings, wrist pins, camshaft bearings, rod bearings main bearings, oil pump kit, timing chain and gear, freeze plugs valve guides, and gaskets. The engine was balanced prior to assembly. The oil passages were repaired to allow this 312 to oil correctly without external oiling problems common to the early 312 engines. I have paperwork showing all work done on the rebuild for a total cost of $3500.00. This engine runs very strong and extremely smooth. It was broken in correctly and with proper lube. There are some small items including 2 vacuum modules that need to be put obtained and put on the engine. The accelerator linkage is not working correctly and will need to be repaired. This Tbird is in need of a completed restoration. With very little work it could be a driver still in primer. I do my best to describe the car. This car is a used 57 year old Tbird available for a very reasonable price. It is sold as is where is with transportation or shipping the responsibility of the purchaser. Feel free to come see the car or have it inspected. I have a clean title in my name in my possession. Thanks for looking! List of new parts: Radiator (installed) Radiator hoses (installed) Heater core (installed) Engine mounts (installed) Clutch and presure plate (installed and pressure plate was balanced with engine) Exhaust (installed) Exhaust outlets to bumper Wheel covers with new emblems (new in box) Driver window regulator (installed) New windshield rubber (in package) and new rear window rubber New in box fender skirt kit ($524.00) New brake pads, wheel cylinders and brake drums turned (installed). New master cylinder (installed). On Jun-16-13 at 17:55:03 PDT, seller added the following information: Forgot to ad Data plate info! Here it is: 40A A XA 28BLP923 On Jun-19-13 at 06:52:20 PDT, seller added the following information: RESERVE LOWERED! This Baby Bird is going to sell! Serious offers will be considered. I can change the buy it now price!