THE PRACTICAL CLASSICS CLASSIC CAR AND RESTORATION SHOW SALE 18-20 MARCH 2022

102 THE PRACTICAL CLASSICS CLASSIC CAR AND RESTORATION SHOW SALE 18TH – 20TH MARCH 2022 Lot details Reg: 232 XVT Chassis no.: P6FH254263 Make: Ford Model: Thunderbird LOT 197 Estimate: £ 32,000 - £36,000 1956 FORD THUNDERBIRD Previous, body-off restoration to show standard. • This is a First Generation car with the revised spare wheel position and 12-volt electrics • Same owner 1975-2021. Arrived in the UK from California, November 2021 • Extensively restored in late 1977, overseen by ‘T-bird’ show judge, Gil Baumgartner • Previous Show winner being displayed extensively through the 1980s and 1990s • Thunderbird Green with a Colonial White removable hardtop and matching interior • Powered by a 312ci (5.1-litre), 225bhp, ‘Y-block’ V8 engine coupled to a 3-speed automatic box • Runs well, Coker Tyres replaced 2/22 and new brakes 2/22 • Examples as nice as this are rarely available in the UK and we urge you to don your leather jacket, pop on the Ray-Bans and ride off in one of the best ‘Little Birds’ currently on the market. Vendor condition report: Overall: 108 / 135 ««««¶ Year 1956 Engine Size 5.1 Mileage 0 MOT Expiry More Details Lot 197 Bid On Lot 197