However, that setup has made way for a single four-barrel carburetor, which should reduce power output to around 300hp. It achieved this feat courtesy of a “Tri-Power” induction system. The listing and VIN indicate that this 390 is an M-Code that should produce 340hp. The engine bay houses a 390ci V8, while the rest of the drivetrain includes a three-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and power brakes. We’ve reached the point where we need to discuss this Thunderbird’s mechanical specifications and a significant change performed by the owner. The trim looks spotless, the tinted glass shows no evidence of defects, and the narrow whitewall tires add a classy finishing touch to the exterior. The lack of visible corrosion across various aspects of the car allows us to remain cautiously optimistic. The seller makes no mention of rust problems, and none are visible in the supplied photos. There are no significant marks or defects, and the panels appear equally impressive. It has been garage-kept throughout its life, allowing its original paint to remain well preserved. The seller indicates it is a two-owner classic, and its overall condition and appearance suggest that it has been treated with respect. The Landau presents well for its age, finished in Diamond Blue with a Black vinyl top. Of those, 14,139 buyers selected the Landau version, the same as our feature car. This figure was lower than the previous two years, but it still represented a respectable total. I have to say a big thank you to Barn Finder Larry D for spotting this beauty for us.įord enjoyed a reasonably successful sales year for the 1963 Thunderbird, with 63,313 buyers electing to park one in their driveway.

Located in Port Washington, Wisconsin, bidding has reached $5,600, although this is short of the reserve. It is ready for some relaxed summer cruising and is listed for sale here on eBay. The owner has made one crucial change to the car’s mechanical specifications, leaving the buyer to choose whether to return the car to its factory form or leave it untouched. Our feature car is a 1963 Thunderbird Landau that presents well for its age. The country’s imagination had been captured by the concept of landing on the moon, and the Thunderbird’s rocket-like appearance seemed to reflect that enthusiasm perfectly. When Ford unveiled its Third Generation Thunderbird, it revealed a car sleeker and more futuristic than its predecessors.

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