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1979 Ford Thunderbird, 9,509 Original Miles, Time Capsule, Survivor, Immaculate on 2040-cars

US $10,750.00
Year:1979 Mileage:9509 Color: paint with factory painted light cream pinstripe is in spectacular
Location:

Arlington, Texas, United States

Arlington, Texas, United States

Up for sale is this spectacular 1979 Ford Thunderbird time capsule.  This is a true survivor, all original car with 9,509 original miles (miles since new-never restored) and it’s absolutely immaculate in every way.  I cannot stress how nice this car is condition wise.  It was purchased at Red Bird Ford in Dallas and has been in Texas ever since.  The original Red Bird emblem is on the trunk, original Red Bird key chain is on the keys and the original Red Bird business card is in the paperwork.  Also included are the original manual, Ford metal I.D. tag, “Owner Card” from 1979, original warranty paperwork and a clear Texas title. 

The original glass, dash pad, dash, gauges, controls, headliner, carpets, rear package tray, plastics, trim, moldings, controls, knobs, handles, seat belts, upholstery, steering wheel, lights, lenses, wheels, bumpers, hinges etc are all in fantastic, like new condition.  All factory original Ford Light Chamois exterior paint with factory painted light cream pinstripe is in spectacular, preserved shape.  There is a dent behind the passage side front tire which can be seen in the photos.  No other paint or sheet metal issues present.  The optional vinyl roof and matching vinyl insert body side moldings are also Chamois and in outstanding shape. Even the period correct (date code 1985) Michelin tires are in spectacular condition with no sidewall dry rot.  Garage kept and pampered its entire life.

Original numbers matching 302 Windsor V8 mated to the original 3 speed automatic transmission.  Recently all the fluids have been changed as well as a new brake booster, full a/c service, new belts and new hoses.  The A/C is ice cold.  The car runs and drives 100% like new and everything works as it should with 9,509 miles.  No smoke, shake, shimmy, drama or stories.  Just an absolutely fantastic, all original survivor T-Bird that’s ready for anything. 

I invite any serious buyers to come inspect this magnificent piece of Ford history.  You will not be disappointed.

Buyer will pay all shipping costs

This car is being sold as is, where is condition with no warranties implied or expressed

All inspections of vehicle must be done prior to the end of auction, all sales are final

Do not buy this car unless you are prepared to complete the transaction.


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