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1961 Ford thunderbird Mild Custom

1961 Ford Thunderbird mild custom for sale in West Babylon, New York, United States

Condition: Used
Item location: West Babylon, New York, United States
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird
Type: Coupe
Trim: mild custom
Year: 1961
Mileage: 69,000
Color: Monte carlo Red
Engine size: 390 V8 4bbl
Number of cylinders: 8
Power options: Power Windows, Power Seats
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Red/White 2 Tone
Options: CD Player
Vehicle Title: Clear
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Description for Ford Thunderbird 1961

Up for Auction: Is my 1961 Ford Thunderbird,This is an extremley early production 61 model it was built 10/30/1960 and was # 638 of the first 1000 ever produced.I have owned this car for 8 years and rescued it form a Garage where it sat parked and forgotten for thirty years from 1978 till 2008 when I rescued it from the crusher!what you see is the result of 8 years of work.The 390 V8 4bbl engine and 3 speed Cruise o Matic Transmission are original to the Car Transmission was totally rebuilt 6 years ago All brake components were replaced as well.
The engine and fuel system components ie;Fuel Tank fuel pump Carb were replaced Engine was totally refreshed and upgraded to electronic distributor,Platinum Plugs 10 mm wires 40,000 volt coil,High volume water pump.Hi volume Fuel pump,7 blade Aluminum fan, 14 inch electric fan,100 amp alternator,600 cfm Holley 4bbl Carburetor,Cobra style custom air cleaner,Billet Aluminum Expansion Tank and several Chrome upgrades to the engine.Led lighting in engine compartment,
Exhaust system in Excellent condition was replaced from front to rear .Engine runs strong,Car shifts perfectly and stops well.Front end is tight and rear end is in good shape as well this is a good running driving car.Full functional Gauges are installed in the interior compartment as well as a GPS unit and an AM/FM/CD/Satellite audio system with 8 speakers and powered Sub Woofer.All Body panels are original as well as All Glass Power windows are all operational though the rear quarter windows are becoming a little slow.
I have installed custom fabricated rear skirts they cover entire wheel well for an even lower appearance.Car is not on Air Ride it sits at stock height of 52inches floor to roof.
Looking lean and Low with its fuselage styling and beautiful lines.
Chassis and frame are solid as well as the floors,All bumpers were replaced 4 years ago front and rear,Car has all original stainless trim on interior and exterior.All accessories and options work except the clock all lighting and electrical works perfectly with no Issues.I have installed LED taillight lenses they look great and you can see them from a mile away
Tires are Cooper trendsetter Radials in good condition with plenty of thread left and sidewalls are in good condition with no cracking.
I have fully carpeted the Trunk.The Trunk also contains a dual 7inch DVD Video system for Video Displays during Car Shows and Events.The Car is a Driver the overall body condition is very nice and presents well.
This is not a 100 point show car it is a mildly customized 61 Bullet bird that looks different then everyone else s yet still retains it's classic looks and styling.Car has been meticulously cared for and well maintained shes a great Cruiser and loves to Drive and I enjoyed building her
Additional photos on request,I will be happy to answer any questions you may have.
500.00 dollar deposit via Paypal payable upon purchase balance to be paid via Cash,Cashiers Check, or bank transfer within 72 hours of Auction Completion
Please be sure when bidding as all Sales are final.
This is a used Vehicle it is sold as is with no Warranties
Thank You for looking and good luck Bidding!
Shipping and Pick up are the responsibility of the Buyer
I will gladly assist your shipper with pick up
Vehicle will be sold with a bill of Sale and a Transferable Registration as there were no Titles issued in NY prior to 1973
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