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With only 3,100 miles since restoration, this T-Bird is as close to flawless as you will find. Finished in Pearl White over a rich red\/burgundy leather interior, it presents a striking and elegant color combination that highlights the Thunderbird&#8217;s iconic lines. Every surface, trim piece, and detail has been meticulously restored, preserved, and pampered, making this a standout collector-grade example.<\/p>\n<h2>Performance &amp; Drivetrain<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Ford 390 cubic-inch V8<\/strong> \u2014 legendary, factory-rated at <strong>315 horsepower<\/strong> and <strong>427 lb-ft of torque<\/strong>, known for smooth, effortless power<\/li>\n<li><strong>4-barrel carburetor<\/strong> with <strong>10.5:1 compression<\/strong> for strong, responsive performance<\/li>\n<li>Runs <strong>whisper-smooth with excellent throttle response<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Correct <strong>C6 3-speed automatic transmission<\/strong>, introduced in 1966 and prized for its durability and refined shifting<\/li>\n<li>The drivetrain performs exactly as it should \u2014 tight, quiet, and confident<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Exterior Features<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Finished in <strong>Pearl White<\/strong>, a striking and elegant color that highlights the Thunderbird&#8217;s iconic lines<\/li>\n<li><strong>Showroom-quality exterior paint<\/strong> with meticulous attention to every surface and trim piece<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flawless hardtop roof<\/strong> that completes the coupe&#8217;s clean, classic profile<\/li>\n<li>Presentation that reflects careful ownership and a commitment to preserving one of Ford&#8217;s most stylish luxury coupes<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Interior Features<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Red\/burgundy leather seats<\/strong> in exceptional condition<\/li>\n<li><strong>All gauges function perfectly<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Power windows and power locks<\/strong> operate like new<\/li>\n<li>Signature <strong>swing-away steering column<\/strong>, a hallmark of the 1966 Thunderbird<\/li>\n<li><strong>Beautiful dash, console, and trim<\/strong> with no cracks, fading, or wear<\/li>\n<li>A cabin that feels crisp, solid, and well-preserved throughout<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Restoration &amp; Condition<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Extensive, high-quality restoration<\/strong>, documented in a large binder filled with photos detailing the work from start to finish<\/li>\n<li><strong>Undercarriage in excellent, rust-free condition<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>No rust anywhere<\/strong> on the body, frame, or floors<\/li>\n<li><strong>Garage-kept and pampered<\/strong>, never driven in inclement weather<\/li>\n<li>Craftsmanship is evident everywhere you look, top to bottom<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Ownership &amp; Documentation<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Only 3,100 miles since restoration<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Large binder<\/strong> with restoration photos documenting the work from start to finish<\/li>\n<li>Careful, attentive ownership reflected in the car&#8217;s pristine presentation<\/li>\n<li>A combination of low miles, meticulous restoration, and proper mechanical performance that sets it apart<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Driving Experience<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>The 390 V8 delivers smooth, effortless torque with excellent throttle response for relaxed, confident cruising<\/li>\n<li>The correct C6 automatic shifts with refinement, keeping the drivetrain tight, quiet, and dependable<\/li>\n<li>Power windows, power locks, and the signature swing-away steering column add genuine convenience and period flair<\/li>\n<li>With its low miles and pampered history, this Thunderbird is ready to enjoy at cruise nights, shows, and weekend drives<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1966 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop Coupe \u2013 Fully Restored Pearl White Showpiece with Just 3,100 Miles Since Restoration This 1966 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop Coupe is, without question, one of the finest examples of its kind \u2014 an absolutely stunning, fully restored luxury cruiser that looks, feels, and drives like it just rolled out of a Ford [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1362,"featured_media":1974922,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"content-type":""},"product_cat":[18],"product_tag":[54,658,104],"class_list":["post-1974921","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","product_cat-auctions","product_tag-classic-car-auctions","product_tag-ford","product_tag-thunderbird"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.3 - 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