Description
Magnificent T-Bird coupé from 1962. With a 6. 4-litre V8 engine (390ci) developing a very respectable 300bhp, this is the 3rd generation of the model nicknamed "bullet bird" because of its bullet-shaped design, which appeared in 1961 after the previous generation whose shapes were particularly rectangular and heavy; models that have inevitably aged badly...
Here we find a line full of curves, as in the days of the emblematic (but under-performing) first generation. This was also the generation of the conquest of space, so the dashboard was very futuristic for its time. After this 3rd generation, General Motors unfortunately didn't offer much in the way of interesting Thunderbirds.
This is the 'Landau' version, the luxury version of the model with its faux cabriolet vinyl roof and leather interior. Highly equipped with power steering, power brakes, electric windows and seats, air conditioning, etc., even the clock and radio work!
The car spent most of its life in Arizona before making its way to Europe via Florida a little over ten years ago, purchased by its last owner from Ideal Classic Cars in Venice, Florida in 2017 for $28500, not including the cost of repossession and various taxes. A video from the time can be viewed here: - details above The car remains in excellent condition, having been pampered and well-maintained in recent years by its sole British owner and member of the prestigious Goodwood Road Racing Club, who has attended a number of events at Goodwood in recent years. The car drives perfectly and covers all distances. The engine is responsive, revs well and puts its horsepower to the test. The steering is precise and smooth, and the braking effective.
The bodywork is particularly sound, the paintwork tight, and the chrome is in excellent condition. In short, this is an exceptional example, close to the competition, ready to take to the road for the upcoming summer season. Do the math, at the price offered, it would be impossible to find one yourself in the United States in this condition! The vehicle is delivered with English papers. A customs clearance with payment of import VAT at the rate of 5. 5% for France is to be expected. On request, we can take care of the customs formalities. Visible in Mouscron, on the French-Belgian border near Tourcoing and 20 minutes from Lille. We can also organise transport by specialised carrier at cost price throughout mainland France and beyond. English spoken.
