1963 Ford Thunderbird

GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this healthy, 1963 Ford Thunderbird 2 door Hardtop for consideration. Just out of a private collection, this Thunderbird is an unrestored example that did receive a respray style repaint in 2012 (outside surfaces only, not jams or underside of hood or deck lid). It is powered by its 390 CID engine, automatic transmission and rear wheel drive. The car is finished in its original code M, Corinthian White over Code 82 Light Blue interior. It remains completely stock, except for the American Racing Torque Thrust Wheels (Rear skirts come with the car), and an upgraded steering wheel. (stock wheel in the trunk)

Mechanically, this T-bird is an excellent driver. The previous owner went to great lengths to ensure the mechanical fitness of all his cars. It runs, drives, steers and stops very well and can be driven with confidence. Cosmetically, the car is definitely driver quality but shows quite nice in all areas.

The exterior paint is deep and glossy, not perfect by any means and not priced as such. The chrome and trim are complete, original and consistent with the resto of the car.

The interior remains largely original and in very good original condition. The “futuristic” styling is oh so sexy with very pronounced dash and gauges, miles of stainless steel brightwork and trim, and bucket seat and console package that could be featured in an episode of Star Trek.

The underside of this thunderbird is untouched with the exception of serviceable items. The floors, subframe, longitudinal pieces, inner rockers are all super solid, the trunk is large, fully lined and clean, and inside the engine bay is clean, original and stock.

Vehicle highlights include: Power steering, power brakes, AM radio, clock, console glove box, full size spare, jack and a trunk with some goodies. The documentation provided points to two previous owners and the odometer of 93112 miles are claimed to be original and the presentation of the vehicle backs the claim.

American cars of the early 1960's produced some of the coolest designs in automotive history. Gone were the high fenders and bulky design, and in were lower, leaner cars hard angles and sleek lines. This 1963 Thunderbird is a great representation of that era. Documentation includes recent original build sheet, mechanical services, owners manuals and some owner history.