1962 Ford Thunderbird Sport

For Sale: 1962 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Diamond Blue with nearly 50 years of Documented History

Some classic cars tell a story, this 1962 Ford Thunderbird Convertible has nearly fifty years of documented history to prove it. Finished in its elegant Diamond Blue paint with a light blue metallic all-vinyl interior, this Thunderbird is one of Ford's most iconic "Bullet Birds." With its sweeping body lines, aircraft-inspired styling, and luxury appointments, the 1962 Thunderbird remains one of the most recognizable American automobiles of the early 1960s.

This particular car has been in the same family since 1990 and comes with an exceptionally well-documented history, including ownership records dating back to 1977 and photographs of the actual car spanning nearly five decades. Included are photographs from 1978, 1979, and numerous photos documenting the car from 1990 through todaya rare historical record that accompanies the vehicle.

Vehicle Information
Year: 1962
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird Convertible
VIN: 2Y89Z156397
Engine: 390 CID V8 4-barrel carb. 300hp
Exterior: Diamond Blue
Interior: Light Blue Metallic All-Vinyl
Transmission: Cruise-O-Matic Automatic

Highlights
Diamond Blue exterior
Light Blue Metallic all-vinyl interior
Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission
Power windows
Power steering
Power brakes
Factory air conditioning
Tilt-Away steering wheel
Factory convertible
Rare Tonneau Top, giving the Thunderbird the elegant appearance of a two-seat roadster
Wire wheels
Glass-pack mufflers producing a deep, classic V8 rumble
Seat belts
Factory Owner's Manual
Factory Shop Manual
Extra hubcaps included

The Thunderbird drives with the smooth, effortless character these luxury grand touring cars are known for. The glass-pack exhaust provides just enough rumble to remind you there's a Ford V8 under the hood without taking away from the car's refined personality.

One of the most distinctive features is the factory tonneau cover, which transforms the rear seating area into a beautifully streamlined roadster profilea seldom-seen accessory that enhances the already dramatic styling of the Bullet Bird.

Included Documentation
Chicagoland Thunderbird Club verification, Unit# 156397
Long-term ownership documentation since 1977
Historical photographs of the actual vehicle from 1978, 1979, and throughout ownership from 1990 to today
Factory Shop Manual
Original Owner's Manual

Known Defects
In the interest of complete transparency, here are the known defects/non-functional items not shown in the pictures: driver-side high beam, air conditioning, convertible top (it was working until recently), minor power steering fluid leak, missing rear view mirror and shifter offset from the letters.

A Rare Opportunity
This Thunderbird represents an excellent opportunity to own one of Ford's most iconic personal luxury cars. With its desirable color combination, rare tonneau cover, extensive documentation, and nearly five decades of traceable ownership, it would make an outstanding candidate for weekend cruising, local shows, or continued preservation.

If you're looking for an honest, highly documented classic that turns heads wherever it goes, this 1962 Thunderbird Convertible deserves a place in your collection.