Ford Thunderbird | 1966

Ford Thunderbird | 1966

Highlights:

– 6.4-litre V8 engine, 8 cylinders, petrol, automatic transmission

– Metallic green exterior paired with a turquoise interior

– Electrically adjustable driver’s seat

– Two previous American owners, imported from the United States

– 97500 miles

The seller offers for sale this 1966 Ford Thunderbird Coupé, powered by a 6.4-litre V8 engine, paired with an automatic transmission. The car presents in its distinctive metallic green exterior with a turquoise interior, a colour combination that is characteristic of the model’s era, and features an electrically adjustable driver’s seat. The car originates from the United States, where it had two previous owners, before being imported to Europe. Partial history is available, together with documentation to support registration within the European Union, subject to the requirements of the country of destination.

The car has been partially restored, with some bodywork and paintwork attention carried out, and is currently in good condition. The interior remains well presented and retains the original character of the model.

Introduced in 1955, the Ford Thunderbird was conceived as a personal luxury car, positioned as an American response to the two-seat European sports cars of the period. By the mid-1960s, the model had evolved into a larger four-seat coupé, combining an imposing presence with a comfortable, well-equipped cabin. The fourth-generation Thunderbird, produced from 1964 to 1966, is particularly recognised for its distinctive sequential rear indicators and its bold, flowing bodywork, and remains a sought-after representative of American design from the era.

Under the bonnet, this example is fitted with a 6.4-litre V8 engine paired with an automatic transmission, delivering the smooth, effortless power delivery that defined American personal luxury cars of the 1960s. The combination of its striking colour scheme, V8 power and automatic gearbox makes this Thunderbird an appealing example for collectors and enthusiasts of classic American motoring, offering scope to continue further cosmetic refinement to personal taste.

Condition of the bodywork & paint

3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives.

Condition of the interior

4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.

Technical condition

4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.

Overall condition

4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.

This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.

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This car is currently located in: Balearic Islands region, Spain.

This car drives, brakes and shifts.

The car has a Spanish registration. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction.

The description of this car is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the car from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy.

Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible cars to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy.

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