1962 Ford Thunderbird

Lot Number: 715

1962 Ford Thunderbird

A striking example of the Third Generation 'Jet-Age' Ford Thunderbird.

  • Sold for: £13,875

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 11th December, 2021 at 11.00am GMT at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Raven Black

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    LHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    628 UYM

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    61113 Miles

SUMMARY

A striking example of the Third Generation 'Jet-Age' Ford Thunderbird.

DESCRIPTION

  • The amazing 'Bullet Bird', the Thunderbird's 3rd iteration was the future as we saw it in 1961
  • Conceived as a 'personal luxury' car rather than an outright sports car, creating a whole new market segment in the process
  • All were built in Wixom, Michigan with Ford’s 390ci V8 and smooth Cruise-O-Matic transmission
  • This stunning, LHD example is finished in gleaming Raven Black. First registered in the UK on 01/08/2015
  • Included in the history file is a 'State of California' title (03/08/1969) 
  • Supplied with the car is a bespoke cover that cost £700

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
715
Make
FORD
Model
THUNDERBIRD
Registration Number
628 UYM
Chassis Number
2Y83Z117949
Engine Number
3901L47
Transmission
Automatic
Body Colour
Raven Black

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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SCORE:

106 / 135

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Remarks

Very good body work with marks on roof.

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Vehicle History

Remarks

Has previous MOT's, with paperwork in regards to new tyres, spark plugs, coil pack.


Restoration Notes

Full engine and body restoration taken place in California prior to importing to UK

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

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