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I bought this car 3 years ago. For the past 33 years this has been only a show car, winning a room full of trophies. Always garaged. Used only in shows and parades. No dents or dings. No rust or other corrosion. Runs, drives and shows impressively. The yellow paint is probably enamel and does not have the same high luster as today's urethanes and epoxies. It could be improved with a clearcoat or by repainting. The chrome and stainless steel trim, bumpers and interior parts are excellent. The convertible top has a plastic weld seam repair 1 inch long. It is nearly invisible. The interior is excellent. Everything works as it should including locks, switches, instruments, lights and accessories. When I got the car, I had it thoroughly inspected for mechanicals and hidden damage. The front ball joints and steering bushings showed some wear and I had them replaced. Front end was then aligned and certified. At that time I replaced the stock steel wheels and hubcaps with Thunderbird wire wheels and radial tires by Coker. The Coker wire wheels accommodate tubeless tires and these are tubeless. Greatly improved ride and handling. Complete brake job with new wheel cylinder kits, brake shoes, turned drums. 250 miles on the new tires.

Engine is 352 ci, originally with a 2 barrel carb. It got poor mileage and I replaced it with a Road Demon, progressive 4 barrel. Much improved performance and mileage. In order to retain the stock appearance of the engine, the 4 barrel intake manifold is a Ford cast iron part (really hard to find). With the stock air cleaner on, you can't tell that the carb was changed. Dual exhaust includes Cherry Bomb glasspack mufflers that sound strong without being annoying.

Transmission: Ford Cruise-O-Matic. Power steering. Non-power brakes. I kept the original steel wheels with mounted tires and hubcaps. They go with the car if you want them. Original keys. Original owner's manual, spare tire, jack, lug wrench.

It is difficult for a buyer to get complete answers to questions by emal through a third party. I welcome your questions directly to me by phone or email or through E-Bay. Brian: 505-573-7024, malpais25@msn.com. If you have a general interest question, post it on E-Bay.

This car is a rare and unusual find. It turns heads wherever it goes. Bet you can't find another one in this excellent condition.

Payment: $500 down through Paypal and balance by bank ACH.

Delivery: You pick it up (Albuquerque area) or you arrange shipping and I will assist in any way I can.

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