Admirable second-generation Thunderbird with Ford's 300bhp 5.8-litre V8 engine
A beautiful example in fantastic condition
Excellent original chrome and interior
The Plus
A 1959 Ford Thunderbird Coupe represents the golden age of American car design with its rounded styling, generous use of chrome and powerful V8 engine under the bonnet.
This second-generation example, with its fabulous period colour scheme, immaculate original interior and 300bhp 5.8-litre engine, should not be ignored. Presented in fantastic overall condition and advertised as ready to drive, it is a must-see for American classic enthusiasts. Unlike many of its counterparts, it features no extravagant modifications, offering a true representation of what it was like to own a Thunderbird at the time.
The bodywork is well seated and the paintwork is in overall very good condition
Minor scratches next to the bonnet, but nothing major
Chrome is clean and shiny, with all original parts present
Leatherette seats are clean, with no signs of tears or large stains
Nice centre console that looked very futuristic for its time
Modern retro-style stereo discreetly installed
Carpets are in good condition
Trunk liner as original
Dashboard is clean with all dials working correctly
Seeing this Ford in person and climbing aboard is like stepping into 50s America. The bold pastel colours and gleaming chrome belong to a bygone era and make this Thunderbird stand out from almost everything else on the road. It's unusual to find a model that hasn't been extensively modified, leaving many of the charming details of the era intact, such as the original chrome wheel trims and the Ford Magic Air system. All in very good, usable condition, with no significant wear or damage to report.
5.8-litre FE-series V8 engine originally producing 300 bhp
Cruise-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission
Drives smoothly and reliably according to the seller
This Thunderbird didn't just look the part, it also had the latest high-performance technology. At a time when most European motorists had dusty four-cylinder engines producing little more than 50bhp, this Ford boasted 300bhp from its 5.8-litre V8 and ultra-smooth three-speed automatic gearbox. Everything is beautifully presented under the bonnet of this example and the seller assures us that it is in very good working order.
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