![]() That would prompt me to perform an in-person inspection if I were considering handing over my money for this classic. I can’t spot any penetrating rust, but there is evidence of surface corrosion in various locations around the vehicle. There’s no evidence of significant flaws or problems, and the panels look straight. If it is as it left the factory, its condition is quite impressive. It isn’t clear whether its two owners have performed any restoration work or whether the paint is original. It is not a vibrant shade that will appeal to everybody, but it seems to deliver for those seeking a classy appearance. Its cause is aided by the original owner’s decision to order it wearing Honey Beige paint. While classic cars can be extroverts, this Thunderbird is a study in subtlety. The owner offers a BIN option at $17,500 for those wishing to avoid the auction action. Bidding currently sits at $1,000, which is below the reserve. Located in Charlotte, North Carolina, you will find the Thunderbird listed for sale here on eBay. It isn’t perfect, but it could suit somebody who wants to tinker with a straightforward project car. ![]() It has 45,000 original miles on the clock, and its numbers-matching V8 sounds superb. It is a two-owner survivor that remains original and unmodified. Axle: 6 – Open differential with 3.Taken at face value, this 1961 Ford Thunderbird seems to tick the right boxes for potential buyers.Decoding the trim tag reveals the following information: The VIN reveals the car was built in Wixom, Michigan, and equipped from the factory with a 390ci V8 and a four-barrel carburetor. Corrosion is visible on the underbody components. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Cruise-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission. The seller notes the engine hesitates if too much throttle is applied, and the carburetor is in need of a cleaning and adjustment. The 390ci V8 was equipped with a replacement Holley carburetor after the current owner’s acquisition. The five-digit odometer shows 37k miles, approximately 300 miles have been added under current ownership. Instrumentation includes a 120-mph speedometer, a clock, and gauges for fuel level and coolant temperature. Imperfections in the interior trim can be viewed in the gallery below.Ī three-spoke steering wheel features a chrome horn ring and is mounted on a swing-away steering column. Amenities include front bucket seats, a center console, manually operated windows, polished door sill plates, lap belts for all occupants, quarter vent windows, and a push-button AM radio. The cabin features seating upholstered in white vinyl, joined by aluminum trim on the color-coordinated dashboard, center console, and door panels. An older full-size spare is stored in the trunk, and stopping power is provided by power-assisted drum brakes at all four corners. The 14″ steel wheels wear polished covers and are mounted with 215/75 Firestone FR380 thin-whitewall tires. Pitting is visible on the rear bumper, and the rear window seal shows cracking. Additional exterior features include quad headlights, rear fender skirts, a faux hood scoop, tail fins, and dual exhaust outlets. The car left the factory finished in Honey Beige (T) and features chrome-finished bumpers, side trim, quarter panel accents, and mirrors. This Thunderbird is now offered by the seller on behalf of the current owner with a clean North Carolina title. The car was acquired by the seller’s sibling in August 2014, and subsequent work included installing a Holley carburetor. Equipment includes 14″ steel wheels, rear fender skirts, front bucket seats, a center console, a swing-away steering wheel, and a push-button AM radio. This 1961 Ford Thunderbird hardtop is finished in Honey Beige over white vinyl upholstery and is powered by a 390ci V8 paired with a Cruise-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission.
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