1964 Ford Thunderbird

Ford Thunderbird Hardtop 1964 — V8 390ci — Collector Registration

Vehicle in sound condition and carefully maintained, having undergone mechanical and cosmetic restoration in 2022-2024.

Key Specifications

Year: 1964

Mileage: 76, 700 miles

Engine: V8 390ci with Edelbrock intake manifold

Gearbox: Original 3-speed automatic

Value: €25, 000

Mechanics and Recent Maintenance

Engine bay restoration (< 1, 000 km):

Holley 600 CFM carburettor, new dual-flow adjustable PCV valve and expansion tank.

Complete new ignition system: iridium spark plugs, leads, coil, distributor cap and vacuum-timed ignition.

Braking system overhauled: new original-spec master cylinder, drum pistons replaced, brake fluid flush (< 50 km).

Vacuum line system completely rebuilt (including cabin servos and automatic climate control regulation).

Power steering bushes replaced with aluminium spacers (correcting original steering slop).

Engine oil and automatic gearbox fluid changes completed for sale (< 50 km).

Four recent tyres (< 1, 000 km).

Bodywork and Exterior

Full respray completed in 2024 in original colour (excellent finish, no rust).

New chrome bumpers imported from the USA in 2024 (invoice €6, 000).

All seals replaced (doors, windows, boot, bonnet, windscreen and rear window).

Sound chassis. Superficial corrosion on radiator support treated.

Interior and Equipment

Vinyl trim in perfect condition, front seats refurbished to original specification.

Dashboard covered in leather.

Interior panels repainted in original colour (note: slight solvent mark above rear badge).

Rear lap belts added with concealed ISOFIX fixings.

4 electric windows fully functional (motors for both rear quarter lights and central switch renewed).

Original climate control functional (requires recharge, supplied with new US refrigerant cartridge).

Original radio in place + period-style cassette player radio supplied separately.

Transparency & MOT (passed 19/ 06/ 2026)

Notes from Inspection and Details to Know:

Slight leak from power steering gearbox.

Bushes on rear axle leaf spring links cracked.

Exhaust system showing corrosion (no leaks or risk of detachment).

History and Documentation:

Original vehicle purchase invoice (garage).

American ownership history (DMV).

Original owner's manual.

File of invoices for parts purchased during restoration.

Vehicle viewable by appointment. Initial contact by message.