Newer dual exhaust is showing from about mid car back and new mufflers are at the end of the system. Factory undercoating is present on the floors and has done a fine job of keeping things solid. Surface rust is present on the unibody and suspension parts.
Looking mostly original and unrestored, this engine bay just needs a good detailing and new hood insulation to be up to snuff. Our consignor states that a new Holley 4bbl carburetor has been installed and the original is included with the purchase. The engine has the blue painted air cleaner cover, and valve covers. A 3.00:1 ratio differential is noted, as well as front disc brakes were standard. Standard fare for the 1966 Bird was the rock solid 390ci V8 producing 315hp, and a 3-speed C6 automatic transmission. A console is in the center of the headliner which is of the smooth buttoned vinyl style. LOOK MA no needle indicator! This is fronted by 4 ball in cup stainless gauges, and the original tilt away steering wheel. These are reminiscent of the very same toggles used on the Starship Enterprise when it jumps to warp speed! The ultra-modern speedometer has numbers in squares, and a bar that rolls right as you gain speed. Up to the top of the dash where it turns to vinyl, are the futuristic wiper and air vent sliding toggles.
As it moves forward it climbs to the dash, housing the temperature controls, and AM/8 Track radio. A jet age inspired center console swoops past the buckets, offers a center glovebox, and the standard 1960's cigarette setup, then turns to a wood veneer covering, and houses the window controls. Brite work and bumpers as well as badging, appear in nice condition.īlack as was the original, and indeed may be original vinyl buckets in front, and a rear bench in back with a fold down armrest. Standard T bird hubcaps cover steel wheels and are wrapped in thin whitewall Hankook rubber. that flank a centrally mounted reverse light with a Thunderbird emblem. And at the back of those quarters, a wrap-around bumper holds sequential taillights. Above that grille, a correct, badgeless hood centers a tasteful scoop between classy turn indicators and stainless-trimmed glass that's capped with a vinyl landau roof. At the front of the car, a '66-exclusive egg crate grille flows seamlessly into a blade style bumper, which centers petite parking lamps beneath ribbed bezel 'eyebrow' headlights that intentionally recall the earlier 'Square Bird'.
#1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD CODE#
Resprayed in its original Maroon, paint code X, and wearing what appears to be its original Town Landau roof this car is in good condition with only minor rust bubbling on the lower rear quarters. Other extras are new power window motors, a shop manual, electrical diagram and engine gaskets. This car comes with a slew of upgrades and extra parts including but not limited to a new carburetor, new exhaust, a new fuel tank, and a new fuel pump. Looking more like a high-priced Lincoln than a working man's Ford, the fourth generation Thunderbird reimagined the brand's familiar bullet profile with heavy style lines and intricate trim. This would be the last year for the convertible until the "retro models of 2002-2005.įor consignment this 66 “Flair Bird” a nickname acquired since the “Bullet Bird'', and the “Square Bird” were now old hat designs. Also added was an optional 428ci V8 engine.
#1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD FULL#
Even though this was the last year for the 4th generation, 1966 saw revisions for the Thunderbird, a new egg crate grill with a large emblem at the center, a single blade front bumper, and full width taillights. For 1965, sequential turn signals were added along with standard front disc brakes. The 390ci V8 continued as standard fare for the Thunderbird as did the 3-speed automatic. The new Thunderbird continued to be offered in hardtop, convertible and Landau versions.
The new model retained a similar grille design with quad headlights and a 113.2" wheelbase. 390ci 315hp V8/C6 3-Speed Automatic/Great Driver/Extra Parts Includedįor 1964 the Thunderbird was restyled in favor of a more squared off appearance, which was mostly evident when viewing the car from the side or rear.
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