1956 FORD THUNDERBIRD - HISTORICS AUCTIONEERS Saturday 23rd November 2019 Mercedes Benz World Weybridge, Surrey

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Saturday 23rd November  2019

Mercedes Benz World

Weybridge, Surrey

1956 FORD THUNDERBIRD

Lot Number	241
Registration	EU taxes paid
Chassis Number	P6F H293298
Engine Number	65B9
Odometer reading	40,771 km
Estimate	£28,000 - £35,000

• Completely stripped and repainted in factory ‘Pistachio/white’
• Original hardtop and rear Touring Pack
• Renovated braking system

The T-Bird could be considered the very backbone of American youth culture. Sleek in styling, and already sporting the 292ci, V8 engine that has proved itself over previous generations, this brisk luxury tourer proved hugely popular possibly due to the fact that its emphasis relied more on driver comfort rather than speed. It thus remained in production right up to 2005 in one form or another. The 1956 model freed up more boot space by mounting the spare wheel outside as well as moving the exhausts to the ends of the bumper and cabin ventilation was improved. Porthole windows were added to the hardtop as a no-cost option. 

Restored in recent years back in the USA, it was stripped and re-painted in the original factory colour scheme of Pistachio Green and White. The old paintwork was removed using a chemical and mechanical process. Considerable expenditure has been focused here complete with new chrome elements and original upholstery although the soft top material is missing. The braking system has been renovated back in the USA and the classic V8 engine, we are informed, presents in mint condition and runs perfectly. It also benefits from the correct rear wheel and original travel kit and hardtop. Sound Americana competitively priced.

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1956 FORD FAIRLANE TOWN SEDAN THUNDERBIRD - BARONS AUCTIONEERS CLASSIC WINTER WARMER SALE Sandown Park Race Course, Portsmouth Rd, Esher KT10 9AJ Surrey Tuesday 27th Feb 2018, 1:00pm

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Sandown Park Race Course, Portsmouth Rd, Esher KT10 9AJ Surrey

Tuesday 27th Feb 2018, 1:00pm

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Monday 26th Feb 2018, 3:00pm - 7:00pm

Tuesday 27th Feb 2018, 9:00am - 1:00pm

1956 FORD FAIRLANE TOWN SEDAN THUNDERBIRD

The Ford Fairlane was sold between 1955 and 1970 by Ford in North America. The the 1955 model year Fairlane replaced the Crestline as Ford's premier full-sized offering. Six different body styles were offered, including the Crown Victoria Skyliner with a tinted, transparent plastic roof, the Crown Victoria Coupe with lots of stainless steel trim, a convertible Sunliner, the Victoria hardtop coupe, and traditional saloons. All featured the trademark stainless steel Fairlane stripe on the side. Power options were a 3.7 Litre straight-6 engine and a 4.5 Litre V8. The 4.8 Litre Y-block was offered as an option and was called the Thunderbird V-8.

Few changes were made for 1956; a four-door Victoria hardtop and two new, more powerful V8 options, of 4.8 Litres and 5.1 litres were introduced. The Lifeguard safety package was introduced. The two-door Victoria hardtop featured a new and slimmer roofline. A one-year only two-door station wagon, the 1956 Ford Parklane, featured Fairlane-level trim.

This 1956 Ford Fairlane Town Sedan with the Thunderbird V8 Option was imported from the USA in January 2017. It is described by the vendor as being a very good example of this rare option car. The car is UK registered and has had over £3,000 spent on re-chroming, new whitewall tyres and a new exhaust. The desirable Y-block V8 runs very well and the car is said to drive without fault. There are some invoices with the car and some handbooks. Altogether this is a a very sound car with good paintwork, good mechanicals, and with a very desirable specification.

Note: This description is provided by the vendor and unless otherwise stated is 'Not Verified' by Barons or any person employed by Barons. Prospective purchasers are advised to satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of any statements made, whether they be statements of fact or opinion.

GUIDE PRICE: £13,000 TO £16,000

Original Source: http://www.barons-auctions.com/auction_details.php?aid=33&cid=2095#

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