1956 Ford Thunderbird

Registration No: 633 XVA
Chassis No: P6FH270035
MOT: Exempt

• Imported to the UK in 2018 and fitted with automatic transmission
• Offered with V5C, reproduction manual and some old photographs.
• Said to be 'Very Good' in regards to its engine, gearbox, interior, bodywork and paintwork

PLEASE NOTE: The collection of paperwork is not offered with this lot

Conceived to steal sales away from Chevrolet’s successful Corvette, Ford’s Thunderbird range would progress through no less than 11 generations with a combined production total in excess of 4.4 million units. The first-generation cars hit the streets in October 1954 and, while it had been created in direct response to the racy Chevrolet Corvette, Ford's emphasis was more on comfort than overt sportiness. A true piece of automotive Americana, it was immortalised by the Beach Boys' hit song 'Fun, Fun, Fun' and in the George Lucas car movie 'American Graffiti' (1973). The design’s kerb appeal is perhaps best encapsulated by the lengthy list of celebrity owners including Frank Sinatra, Marilyn Monroe and Elvis Presley. Subtle styling revisions for the 1957 model year included a revised front bumper, larger grille, tail-fins, and rear lights with the relocation of the spare wheel to the trunk. Over 21,000 examples were sold and the 1957 model was destined to be the last two-seater Ford produced until the 1980s.

This wonderfully period evoking Ford Thunderbird in White, looks to have come straight off a movie star's driveway. According to the vendor the car spent it’s life in California having only 2 owners whilst in the USA. It was lovingly owned and cared for by a doctor in California for 56 years before being imported into the U.K. in 2018. Typically fitted with the 'on the floor' selected automatic transmission. Notable design features, that are present and correct, include the rear wheel arch spats, air intake hood scoop and rear mounted 'continental' rear tyre mount. Period correct thin-band Whitewall tyres complement the White theme that is carried over into the two-tone Cream White with Black interior with the original built-in radio. In the trunk, there is the original jack and evidence of Waxoyling treatment over the years. Described by the vendor as 'very good' in regards to its engine, gearbox, interior, bodywork and paintwork. This 'fun' T'bird is offered with V5C, reproduction manual and some old photographs.

For more information, please contact:
James McWilliam
james.mcwilliam@handh.co.uk
07943 584760