Photo: Bogdan Popa/autoevolution/eBay seller nikkisparts
Ford produced over 69,000 Thunderbirds for the 1966 model year, and the Town Landau, distinguishable with body style code 63D, was the most common choice, accounting for nearly half of the entire output.
The convertible was the rarest, as only 5,000 (body style code 76A0 rolled off the assembly lines with a removable top.
Leaving aside the numbers, the 1966 model year was a notable release from an engine perspective. The available mills received several essential changes, starting with a power upgrade for the standard 390 V8. The carmaker increased the power output from 300 to 315 horsepower to make the Thunderbird faster and address one of the biggest shortcomings.
Ford also offered the 428, which developed 345 horsepower, as an optional engine. It was a cheap upgrade, available at just $64, so getting it was a no-brainer for anyone particularly interested in the performance side of the vehicle.
Someone on eBay has a barn-found Thunderbird that looks compelling, especially for a restorer who wants to save such an iconic model.
The vehicle spent over 30 years in a barn, and the first thing it needs is a fresh coat of paint. The decades of sitting have already claimed their toll, but based on the few photos from seller nikkisparts, the body only exhibits surface rust. I'd still put the car on a lift and inspect the undersides, but I wouldn't expect good news anyway. The floors are most likely wrecked, with the seller themselves claiming the T-Bird could be used as a parts car.
The glass is still good, and the red leather interior is mesmerizing. It requires the typical fixes, but considering the barn dust, the T-Bird first needs a thorough wash before deciding its fate.
A vehicle sitting since 1992 could also come with missing parts, but the seller doesn't provide any information on this front. The listing also doesn't include specifics regarding how original the car continues to be, but I don't believe it's been molested, considering the long time in storage.
However, the good news is the engine was still running when it was moved to storage. The engine's current condition is unknown, but don't expect good news in this regard today. A seized engine wouldn't be surprising, so if you decide to go to Greensburg, Pennsylvania, to see the car in person, make sure you also consult a good mechanic.
The car made its way to the auction site earlier this week, and the top offer has only reached $510 at the time of writing. Unsurprisingly, the owner has also enabled a reserve, and it's still unlocked, so the WWW must do better to give the car a second chance by the time the auction ends in approximately three days.
Leaving aside the numbers, the 1966 model year was a notable release from an engine perspective. The available mills received several essential changes, starting with a power upgrade for the standard 390 V8. The carmaker increased the power output from 300 to 315 horsepower to make the Thunderbird faster and address one of the biggest shortcomings.
Ford also offered the 428, which developed 345 horsepower, as an optional engine. It was a cheap upgrade, available at just $64, so getting it was a no-brainer for anyone particularly interested in the performance side of the vehicle.
Someone on eBay has a barn-found Thunderbird that looks compelling, especially for a restorer who wants to save such an iconic model.
The vehicle spent over 30 years in a barn, and the first thing it needs is a fresh coat of paint. The decades of sitting have already claimed their toll, but based on the few photos from seller nikkisparts, the body only exhibits surface rust. I'd still put the car on a lift and inspect the undersides, but I wouldn't expect good news anyway. The floors are most likely wrecked, with the seller themselves claiming the T-Bird could be used as a parts car.
The glass is still good, and the red leather interior is mesmerizing. It requires the typical fixes, but considering the barn dust, the T-Bird first needs a thorough wash before deciding its fate.
A vehicle sitting since 1992 could also come with missing parts, but the seller doesn't provide any information on this front. The listing also doesn't include specifics regarding how original the car continues to be, but I don't believe it's been molested, considering the long time in storage.
However, the good news is the engine was still running when it was moved to storage. The engine's current condition is unknown, but don't expect good news in this regard today. A seized engine wouldn't be surprising, so if you decide to go to Greensburg, Pennsylvania, to see the car in person, make sure you also consult a good mechanic.
The car made its way to the auction site earlier this week, and the top offer has only reached $510 at the time of writing. Unsurprisingly, the owner has also enabled a reserve, and it's still unlocked, so the WWW must do better to give the car a second chance by the time the auction ends in approximately three days.
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