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- The Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show Sale 2022
- 1956 Ford Thunderbird
1956 Ford Thunderbird
Lot Number: 197
1956 Ford Thunderbird
Previous, body-off restoration to show standard.
- Sold for: £36,000
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 19th March, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at
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BODY COLOUR
Thunderbrid green -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
232 XVT
SUMMARY
Previous, body-off restoration to show standard.
DESCRIPTION
- This is a First Generation car with the revised spare wheel position and 12-volt electrics
- Same owner 1975-2021. Arrived in the UK from California, November 2021
- Extensively restored in late 1977, overseen by 'T-bird' show judge, Gil Baumgartner
- Previous Show winner being displayed extensively through the 1980s and 1990s
- Thunderbird Green with a Colonial White removable hardtop and matching interior
- Powered by a 312ci (5.1-litre), 225bhp, 'Y-block' V8 engine coupled to a 3-speed automatic box
- Runs well, Coker Tyres replaced 2/22 and new brakes 2/22
- Examples as nice as this are rarely available in the UK and we urge you to don your leather jacket, pop on the Ray-Bans and ride off in one of the best 'Little Birds' currently on the market.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 197
- Make
- FORD
- Model
- THUNDERBIRD
- Registration Number
- 232 XVT
- Chassis Number
- TBC
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Thunderbrid green
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Rick Foster
- rick@classiccarauctions.co.uk
SCORE:
108 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Some paint blistering
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
No tears
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Vehicle History
Remarks
Show records same owner 1975 to 2021. Silver 1st place tray, numerous show judging sheets California reg records
Restoration Notes
Restored late 1977 by my late husband overseen/mentored by CTCI (Classsic Thunderbird Club international) judge and well known at the time tbird restorer Gil Baumgartner Off the body restoration (including underneath paint) all to show specs Shown extensively 1980’s thru 1990’s Runs well Coker Tyres replaced 2/22 and new brakes 2/22
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Full payment must be received before any item is available to be released.
Vehicles can be collected from The NEC (B40 1NT) on Monday 21st between 8.30am and 1pm.
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Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The NEC by 1pm on Monday 21st therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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