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1988 Ford Thunderbird Sports Coupe 5.0l V8 44k Original Miles Show Winner- Auto! on 2040-cars

Year:1988 Mileage:44132 Color: Midnight Blue /
 Grey
Location:

San Ramon, California, United States

San Ramon, California, United States
Advertising:
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Transmission:Automatic
VIN: 1FABP61F2JH139839 Year: 1988
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird
Options: Cassette Player
Trim: Sports Coupe
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes
Mileage: 44,132
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Midnight Blue
Interior Color: Grey
Number of Cylinders: 8
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

1988 Ford Thunderbird Sports Coupe

  • 44,132 original miles  (71,067 km)
  • 5.0L  V8 16V  302 Engine
  • Original paint - Midnight blue with red pinstripe
  • Four-speed automatic transmission
  • Multi-point fuel injection system
  • Dual Exhaust with chrome tips
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bucket Seats
  • am/fm/cassette
  • Cruise control
  • Spare tire and jack in trunk, never used
  • Tinted head light covers for Car Shows (snaps on & off)
  • Power windows, seats and locks
  • All warning sensors work (oil, gas, washer fluid, door ajar)
  • Clock - operates
  • Illuminated Entry System - driver and passenger floorboards light up when door is open
  • Power Steering
  • Sport Suspension
  • All emblems in perfect condition and in tact
  • Electronic ride control
  • Front disc brakes - anti-lock braking system
  • Beautiful chrome aftermarket 17 inch wheels
  • 22.10 gallon fuel tank
  • Center Console with internal light
  • All guages, odometers, lights function
  • Gas tank and trunk release buttons in glove compartment
  • Original  1988 T-Bird Owners Manual
CAR SHOW AWARDS: 
  • 1st Place Show Winner at the 27th Annual Ford Show in Airway Heights, Washington, July 1st 2010 (Best in Class Ford Thunderbirds 77 - Present)
  • 3rd Place Show Winner at the 28th Annual Ford Open Car Show 2011 (Ford Thunderbird-All Division 1977 - Present) *Both trophies included in purchase - see photo*
BRAND NEW:
Battery, spark plugs, distributor cap and high performance spark plugs and plug wires.  I use Amsoil in all my vehicles......recent oil changed to high mileage Amsoil synthetic oil and high mileage Amsoil filter  (doesnt need changing for 24K miles, google Amsoil for more info) the highest quality and best synthetic oil on the market, specially ordered from Amsoil.

HISTORY:
This clear title, turn-key T-Bird was manufactured in Windsor, Canada and purchased by Will Murray a car collector of over 25 vehicles in Spokane, WA.  The T-Bird was kept in a climate controlled warehouse and meticulously maintained and used as a daily driver.  He later transitioned to driving the T-Bird only to car shows local to the Washington area.  Before I purchased I asked the owner, Will Murray, to send me a brief history of the car, this is the info he emailed me:

"This Thunderbird was built in Canada and sold to a woman near Calgary, Alberta in 1988.  It was her car.  They had a luxury home on the Spokane River outlet from Coeur d'Alene Lake, above the Post Falls dam. (The river is backed up here to provide boat access to Lake Coeur d'Alene. I found the Thunderbord on Auto trader classics when it was advertised as a "rare thunderbird Sport model with 5.0 V8 and extremely low mileage." I followed up to take a look at the car.  It was in their garage with a cover on it. I test drove it, it performed great and drove it to Spokane the same day." The car is beautiful inside and out, with approximately 40,000 miles since new, (60,000 km), It looks and drives out like a nearly new car.  I have had the car to several car shows.  One of which it took first place for the Thundrbird division.  At age 75, I have decided to reduce my car collection and get out of my warehouse lease next year."
 
All guages, odometers and  lights function. This T-Bird drives very smooth with an air suspension type feel, smooth yet powerful acceleration with great handling.  
A blast from the past this multiple show winning T-Bird is a piece of Ford and NASCAR racing history (google search: 1988 thunderbird racing) and truly holds its own as a respectable classic and daily driver, the best of both worlds! 
Almost impossible to find a 1988 Ford T-Bird Sports Coupe with low miles in this condition! My goal is to provide as much information as I can about the car.  I have sold several top-notch classics on ebay and the caliber and quality of this classic holds its own and sure to make another very satisfied buyer!

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