1966 Ford Thunderbird
Vehicle Specifications
- VIN6Y87Z109090
- Classic Car ID102103861
- Stock Number6718
- CategoryAmerican Classics
- Body StyleN/A
- New/UsedUsed
- Mileage85,585 miles
- Engine390 V8
- Transmission3 Speed Automatic
- Exterior ColorChampagne
- Seat ColorBlack
Classic Car Overview
1966 Ford Thunderbird Landau Hardtop For consignment, a 1966 Ford Thunderbird Landau hardtop, garage kept with a 390ci V8 and in 1966, Ford squeezed 15 horsepower out of the engine, which doesnt sound like much, but it had been rated at 300 horsepower since 1959, so the bump to 315 was a selling point. This car has newer rubber seals, vinyl top, door handles, battery, radiator, window switches, hood emblem and turn indicators. Exterior Sundust Beige is the color of choice here, a champagne hue that was quite common in the 60s. Ford spruced things up a bit by adding a big turquoise bird on the grille resembling indigenous southwest jewelry and keeping with tradition, this aqua colored bird would return on the modern resto models in the 2000s. Subtle hood trim insinuates a scoop and a wide cowl houses two rows of louvered vents. The Thunderbird makes additional appearances including on the side mirrors, the center point of the Landau bar on the vinyl roof, in the center of the lightbar that spans the tail, and on the red center caps of the wheel coverings on the 15-inch wheels. In profile, the lean body is straight to the door where it then picks up panel folds that run parallel to each other and taper as they go until they terminate at the rear trim. The trunk lid dips in the middle and takes the taillight trim with it, defining the pinched shape of the rear chrome. The paint, vinyl top, and metal work are presentable but in need of some attention on the car with imperfections that include uneven paint, orange peel, and some paint runs. Interior Simulated woodgrain was part of the Landau package and starts on the door panels where a rectangle plate is adorned with a floral design, all on a black vinyl door card. We note a tear in the passengers armrest but they are otherwise clean and intact. Multi-patterned bucket seats occupy the front, also in black vinyl, and flank a metal trimmed armrest high in the center. The back 2+2 seats are sculpted booth-like structures that have rounded backs that spill onto the sidewalls, a pull down armrest, and a separation on the floor by the driveshaft hump, all in great shape. In front, the faux woodgrain steering wheel leads to a unique speedometer with raised numbers and a small indicator window over four round gauges lifting off the dash like four exhaust tips with information inside. The lower faux woodgrain panel continues 90 degrees to form the center stack complete with period AM/FM radio, A/C controls, and a rear vent lever. The wood panel continues flat as it houses a panel of toggle switches. Black loop carpet covers the floor protected by fitted rubber mats, and the vinyl black headliner is intact but a bit bumpy in spots, split by an overhead console. Drivetrain The clean, blue 390ci V8 is under the hood and under the air cleaner cover is a 4-barrel carburetor, helping fuel the 315 horses. Setting the car into motion is a Cruise-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission sending power to the Ford 9 in back with 3.00 gears. Power brakes are on board and they are discs in front and drums in the rear. Undercarriage Driver quality underneath with plenty of surface rust and some oil on the pan, the flywheel cover, and the rear differential. One length of exhaust has been replaced and the dual exhaust enters stock style mufflers and an H-pipe before exiting behind the rear bumper through steel ends. Suspension is configured with coil springs in front and leafs in the rear. Drive-Ability We roll the 1966 onto the tarmac where the 390 performs just fine and the car tracks straight, handles well, and stops with authority. We note a few things that will need attention. The A/C is not working, nor is the clock, the brake lights, the power locks and the reverse lights. Everything else including headlights, horn, and blower all work as expected. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. The Town Landau was $4,551 in 1966 and nearly 60 years later, collector status and values are likely going up. In fact, Hagerty recently put the 64-66 Thunderbird on their Bull List of cars to buy right now. They represent a bargain but in Hagertys view, theyre about to take flight. Classic looks, big power, and a wild interior make these attractive from any angle. You dont have to be a birdwatcher to enjoy the mid-60s Thunderbirds, but if youre looking, consider adding this one to your life list. 6Y87Z109090 6-1966 Y-Wixom, MI Assy Plant 87-Thunderbird Landau Z-390ci 4bbl 315hp V8 109090-Sequential Unit Number WARRANTY PLATE BODY 63D-Thunderbird Landau Hardtop COLOR B-Sundust Beige TRIM 26-Black Vinyl DATE 27J-September 27th DSO 13-New York AXLE 1-Ford 9 3.00 Conventional TRANS 8-Cruise O Matic Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (thats more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. 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