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1964 witnessed the debut of the fourth-generation Thunderbird, with Ford rolling out a major redesign that eventually fueled strong sales.
The American carmaker shipped nearly 94,500 T-Birds in 1964, with the numbers dropping gradually towards the final year of the generation. Ford sold close to 75,000 units in 1965 and 69,000 units in 1966, for a total of 236,000 Thunderbirds for the entire generation.
A 1964 Thunderbird coupe that's been sitting for 41 years in a basement is one of the most surprising discoveries I've seen lately, coming in impressive shape after spending such a long time on the side of the road.
The owner explains on Craigslist that the vehicle was parked in a basement, so theoretically, it never struggled with rain or snow. A basement should also be the home of reduced humidity levels, so I wouldn't expect any major rust issues. However, potential buyers should put the T-Bird on a lift and inspect the undersides and the trunk floor.
The seller claims the body is very good, and the interior is nearly perfect, which makes sense considering the long time in storage. I can observe some rust issues on the lower parts of the body, but they don't look very concerning, especially for someone with experience in the restoration business.
We're not getting too many details on the engine, but the owner claims they managed to get it running "with no noises at all." It'll still need new hoses and belts and a carburetor rebuild, but this isn't surprising, considering how many years this Thunderbird has been sitting away from the road.
The Thunderbird was available in 1964 with the same 390 V8 engine as its predecessors. The V8 generated 300 horsepower, with the power remaining unchanged until 1966 when Ford increased the output to 315 horsepower. A 428 also became optional on the 1966 T-Bird, pushing the maximum output to 345 horsepower.
Saving this Thunderbird looks like an easy project, especially considering its shape. The odometer indicates 35,000 miles (approximately 56,000 km), though it's unclear if the odometer has rolled over. The low mileage makes sense, given the long time spent sitting in the basement.
The owner doesn't have a specific price in mind, but they claim they're open to offers. As a result, interested buyers should contact the seller to discuss the price, though I'd expect the Thunderbird to find a new home pretty fast.
If you want to see it in person, you must travel to Cockeysville, close to Baltimore. The buyer must take the car home on a trailer, as the T-Bird can't be considered road-worthy despite the working engine. The vehicle sells without a title, according to the information published in the Craigslist summary.
A 1964 Thunderbird coupe that's been sitting for 41 years in a basement is one of the most surprising discoveries I've seen lately, coming in impressive shape after spending such a long time on the side of the road.
The owner explains on Craigslist that the vehicle was parked in a basement, so theoretically, it never struggled with rain or snow. A basement should also be the home of reduced humidity levels, so I wouldn't expect any major rust issues. However, potential buyers should put the T-Bird on a lift and inspect the undersides and the trunk floor.
The seller claims the body is very good, and the interior is nearly perfect, which makes sense considering the long time in storage. I can observe some rust issues on the lower parts of the body, but they don't look very concerning, especially for someone with experience in the restoration business.
We're not getting too many details on the engine, but the owner claims they managed to get it running "with no noises at all." It'll still need new hoses and belts and a carburetor rebuild, but this isn't surprising, considering how many years this Thunderbird has been sitting away from the road.
The Thunderbird was available in 1964 with the same 390 V8 engine as its predecessors. The V8 generated 300 horsepower, with the power remaining unchanged until 1966 when Ford increased the output to 315 horsepower. A 428 also became optional on the 1966 T-Bird, pushing the maximum output to 345 horsepower.
Saving this Thunderbird looks like an easy project, especially considering its shape. The odometer indicates 35,000 miles (approximately 56,000 km), though it's unclear if the odometer has rolled over. The low mileage makes sense, given the long time spent sitting in the basement.
The owner doesn't have a specific price in mind, but they claim they're open to offers. As a result, interested buyers should contact the seller to discuss the price, though I'd expect the Thunderbird to find a new home pretty fast.
If you want to see it in person, you must travel to Cockeysville, close to Baltimore. The buyer must take the car home on a trailer, as the T-Bird can't be considered road-worthy despite the working engine. The vehicle sells without a title, according to the information published in the Craigslist summary.
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