Description
Ford Thunderbird 1964 "California Car" – Complete history & excellent condition
Ford Thunderbird 1964 (Flair Bird), V8 390ci (300 bhp).
History & documents:
Origin certified: Vehicle that has always operated in California (Los Angeles then San Diego) from 1964 to 2023. Imported to France in 2023.
Collector's registration in my name.
Complete history of successive owners since first registration, provided by the DMV.
Period documents: presence of the original garage purchase invoice (1964) and the original owner's manual.
Tracking file: all maintenance and restoration invoices are available.
Conservation: Since arriving in France, the vehicle has been stored exclusively in a heated garage.
Equipment & options:
Swing-Away steering wheel.
Electric windows (front and rear) working.
New paint in its original Pagoda Green colour.
New bumpers imported from the United States.
Clean interior with fresh interior paint finishes.
Recent mechanical renovation (complete file):
The vehicle has just undergone a major renovation of the running gear and engine:
- Suspension/ steering: All triangle and steering ball joints, anti-roll bar, steering damper and reinforced suspensions have been replaced.
- Braking: Drum brake system overhauled (4 pistons, hoses, master cylinder and expansion tank new).
- Engine: Holley 650 carburetor new, entire vacuum system renewed.
- All seals (interior, engine bay, boot, windscreen) have been replaced.
- Ventilation system with air conditioning and automatic regulation functional (exceptional given the system’s complexity and the difficulty of sourcing replacement parts).
General condition:
This Thunderbird offers a rigorous and comfortable driving experience. Its Californian origin guarantees a healthy bodywork and chassis. It is a collectible for a discerning buyer, ready to hit the road immediately for any distance.
MOT and fluid changes completed for the sale.
