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1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau * No Reserve! * 90 Pics! * Restored! on 2040-cars

US $18,995.00
Year:1964 Mileage:60599 Color: chrome trim
Location:

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

Charleston, South Carolina, United States

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Thank you for checking out my auction on this beautiful 1964 Ford  Thunderbird.

 

This fourth generation T-Bird has been an absolutely wonderful car to own but I’ve lost the garage I was renting space in and don’t have enough room in the new place so it’s time to let her go.

This originally West Coast Ford Thunderbird Landau was purchased from  a long term owner in Phoenix for use as a show car and weekend tour.  The low miles note that the car is very well cared for from day one.  Upon purchase in 2010, I drove the car for over a year without any major work other than simple adjustments.  

 

The Great Race 2013

After making the decision that I wanted to use the car for "The Great Race 2013," an upcoming road rally from Minnesota to Alabama, the Thunderbird went in for full check up and restoration where needed.  From the voluminous file I have kept on the car, the following work was performed:

  • New headlights installed
  • New dimmer switch for floor
  • Seals repaired or replaced where needed
  • New heater core
  • Five new Coker radials
  • Full brake work
  • Suspension shocks repaired or replaced
  • Air conditioner
  • Heater regulator (in center console)
  • Vacuum accumulator for windshield wiper repaired
  • Window switches repaired or replaced
  • Installation of a fifth matching Kelsey Hayes wire wheel in trunk and two spare radials
  • Complete tour kit for long distance travel included with all essential spare parts, belts, hoses fluids etc.
  • Cosmetically, the original top had separated in the seams, so new factory material was installed on top of mint condition factory padding.
  • All interior chrome/stainless work was properly removed and reinstalled including the multiple, mint condition exterior chrome trim.
  • The paint work rivals the quality and finish of a new Bentley Continental in the garage.  The restoration work performed was certainly the talent found on the West coast.
  • All chrome was re plated or replaced.
  • A new speedometer head was installed from restoration supplier as it skipped while driving and it’s now corrected.
  • Options  included on the car are all that were available for 1964 except for fm radio and power vents (I think!).  I’m not sure but it does not have an power antenna and do not believe that was an option then.  It has the rear exhaust, as well.  It works and was nice to have with just the vents on and rear air exhaust on for a three week road trip.

After setting up for the Great Race, all functions worked perfectly.  On the 3,000 mile trip, I had just one issue arise which was a shock tower bushing had worn out so it was replaced at a repair shop that my very helpful insurance associates, Hagerty, arranged to open early and replace the part.  The rest of the trip was impeccable, allowing me to make position 68 out of 99 on the Race....obviously I was not in this to win.  After arriving in Mobile, Alabama, my rally associate flew home and I drove home to Charleston, SC via Birmingham, Alabama, Atlanta, Columbia, SC and home to Charleston.  This put an additional 950 miles on the car and it made it with no issues whatsoever.

Upon return, the car was delivered to my mechanic for a full review.  When inspection was completed, there was a slight leak on the power steering hose, which was replaced.  The tires were rotated and balanced, and a slightly defective transmission cooler was replaced. All fluids flushed and replaced per requirement.

 

Current issues

The interior is all original.  Its great condition with minor exceptions...The center armrest has a slight crack in the center.  A replacement is available from Bird House.  The original carpet on the driver’s side is discolored from a leaking ice bag while on the Great Race. I have not had the time to steam it out.   The floor mats are scuffed so it could use a fresh new set to make it perfect.

As the car sits at the moment, I would replace the center arm rest, repair a leaking manifold gasket on passenger side, freshen up the original carpets and add a set of new mats.  This will put the car in impeccable condition and ready for show.

Speaking of show, I had 38 Trophies from California and Arizona shows with this car, but my maintenance worker tossed them in error.  I do have photos of them, but not physically.

 

Why am I selling?

In attempt to ready another vehicle for the Great Race 2014 which requires a smaller car with a manual transmission, I have to sell this car.  Unfortunately I don’t have the space in the new garage to keep the T-Bird so I need it gone!   The fun I had owning this car is worth millions to me but since it has to go quickly I have set the reserve MUCH lower than my monetary investment into the car.

Finding a Thunderbird at such a low price that has had so much high cost work and expensive detail in chrome, engine, grille, and paint is very difficult.  It’s rare that this level of restoration is  seen.  Sure you can find other Thunderbirds out there at a similar price or even a little lower but have they had such extensive restoration work done?  Most likely not!   Why take a chance elsewhere when you can this Thunderbird for such a  great deal!

Inspections are welcome!

 

If you have any  questions, the easiest way to get a hold of me is a phone call, so  please feel  free to give me (Merrill) a ring before 9pm EST at 843-452-5600.

 

$500 Paypal  deposit required within  24 hours. 
 

 

GOOD LUCK! 

 

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