Gateway Classic Cars of St. Louis
1237 Central Park Dr
O'Fallon, IL 62269
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"Gateway Classic Cars of St. Louis is proud to offer this 1966 Ford Thunderbird.
This 1966 Ford Thunderbird represents the final year of the fourth-generation ""Flair Birds,"" a period when the Thunderbird leaned into its identity as a sophisticated personal luxury cruiser. Finished in an era-appropriate Gold exterior with a Parchment interior and a contrasting Black soft top, this convertible offers a high level of style and presence.
Sophisticated Exterior and Appointments
The Gold paint highlights the formal, squared-off body lines and the sequential turn signals that helped make this model a mid-sixties icon. The Black soft top provides a sharp visual break from the paintwork when raised, and when lowered, it reveals the expansive Parchment cabin. This Thunderbird maintains a factory-style appearance, riding on traditional hub caps and thin white wall tires that emphasize the car's original luxury mission.
Big-Block Thunderbird Power
While many Thunderbirds of this era were equipped with the 390 V8, this example features the 428 CID V8 engine. This larger displacement powerplant was introduced in 1966 to provide even more effortless torque and smooth acceleration, allowing this heavy cruiser to move with grace. The engine is mated to a 3-speed automatic transmission, a combination designed for relaxed, long-distance touring and comfortable weekend drives.
The Luxury Lounge Interior
Inside, the Parchment interior provides a bright and airy environment that contrasts well with the Gold exterior. The cabin features the wrap-around rear seating and the driver-focused ""Flight Cockpit"" instrument panel that defined the Thunderbird's interior design during this decade. With the top down, the interior becomes the centerpiece, showcasing the bucket seats and center console that give the car its sporty yet refined character.
A Landmark of Personal Luxury
The 1966 model is often favored by collectors for being the most refined version of this generation, featuring a unique egg-crate grille and updated rear styling. This particular car, with its 428 V8 and classic color combination, represents a significant piece of Ford's luxury heritage. It is a vehicle designed for those who appreciate the slower pace of a vintage convertible and the mechanical substance of a classic American big-block.
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| Year: | 1966 |
| Make: | Ford |
| Model: | Thunderbird |
| Mileage: | 115309 |
| Exterior Color: | GOLD |
| Interior Color: | Parchment |
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| Stock: | 10078-STL |
| Engine Size: | 428 |
| Transmission: | 3-spd Auto |
| Vin: | 6Y85Q127084 |
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Located in Ofallon, IL, only 16 miles from the stunning Gateway Arch, you will find the Gateway Classic Cars headquarters. In March of 2014 the Gateway team moved to our current 86,000 square foot building after originally opening in Fairmont City, IL in 1999. Today, our visitors are welcome to take full advantage of our automotive gift shop, 100+ classic/collector car inventory, an in-house theater and monthly Cars & Coffee events. The Saint Louis showroom is also home to a fantastic variety of event space which has accommodated numerous weddings, photo-shoots, corporate and expo events.
Rich in history, St Louis is a city that offers a wide variety of culture and activities for businesses and families to enjoy. Gateway Classic Cars is honored to the St Louis metropolitan area home.
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