1965 Ford Thunderbird Landau on 2040-cars
Iowa, Louisiana, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:390
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird
Trim: Landau
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Interior Color: Tan
Drive Type: 2wd
Number of Cylinders: 8
Mileage: 92,598
Car was originally a gold/tan. Has been painted (poorly) black. The black paint comes off with a power washer. Also has filler present at drivers side behind front wheel and at door sill. Some rust thru at rear drivers side lip to wheel well. Chrome mouldings are in excellent condition, inside and out. Fron bumper would need to be rechromed, but rear is good. Grill needs to be straighened but all there. Floorpans appear solid and look good underneath. Trunk is solid. One strut for hood needs to be replaced. I have tried to be as honest about the condition as possible. I was misled when I bought the car and have no intention of following suit. It is what it is, a great classic ready to be restored, or a really good donor for an existing project. I will answer any questions a best I can and take any picture you would like to see. Car is also for sale locally and I have right to end auction early if it sells.isting project.
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