From introduction for 1955, Ford�s original two-seat Thunderbird was a strong sales success in contrast to archrival Chevrolet�s relatively slow-selling Corvette. For the Thunderbird�s sophomore 1956 model year, it was selectively updated with �porthole� quarter-windows added to the removable auxiliary hardtop, the spare wheel/tire was repositioned with an external �Continental� kit, and a larger new 312 CI �Thunderbird Special� V-8 engine was available. Retaining its originally specified colors including Code A Raven Black paint and Code XB Red and White two-tone vinyl upholstery, this 1956 Ford Thunderbird is powered by a 312 cubic-inch V-8 engine, factory-rated at 215 horsepower and mated to a rare floor-shifted 3-speed manual transmission with overdrive. Sporting excellent, glossy paint, an excellent interior, and very good chrome and bright trim, the Thunderbird is handsomely complemented by a White canvas convertible top, a Red boot cover, and Red loop-pile carpeting. Other highlights include power windows, a Town and Country AM radio, a dash-mounted tachometer and in-dash trunk, and steel wheels with chrome wire-basket wheel covers and Whitewall tires. The powerful 312 cubic-inch V-8 engine features an OEM-type engine dress-up kit including a chrome air cleaner and cast aluminum rocker covers. The engine and surrounding engine compartment are in clean and highly correct order, including the Ford �Rotunda� windshield-washer fluid bag. A reprinted 1956 Ford Thunderbird handbook is included with the sale of this highly attractive and well equipped example of the original, two-seater Thunderbird.Canadian tax is not applicable.
Year: | 1956 |
Make: | Ford |
Model: | Thunderbird |
Mileage: | 96193 |
Exterior Color: | Black |
Interior Color: | Red |
Trim: | |
Body: | |
Stock: | 234356 |
Engine Size: | 8cyl |
Transmission: | 3 Speed Manual |
Vin: | P6FH234356 |
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