1978 Ford Thunderbird Diamond Jubilee Hardtop 2-door 5.8l 1-owner 26k Actual on 2040-cars
Mooresville, Indiana, United States
Body Type:Hardtop
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:5.8L 351Cu. In. V8 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Ford
Model: Thunderbird
Trim: Diamond Jubilee Hardtop 2-Door
Options: Cassette Player
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Drive Type: RWD
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: Blue
Mileage: 25,999
Number of Cylinders: 8
offering an "absolutely rust free" 75th anniversary , 1978 Ford Thunderbird Diamond Jubilee Edition...
This is an amazing car in every aspect...the car has just under 26,000 actual miles, is all original, and it rides and drives like new..the free and clear Indiana Title is also marked 25,884/actual..
the 78 diamond jubilee edition was one of the most luxurious cars of its time... and today is considered quite collectable. this Thunderbird came from the original owner/family...and was garaged its entire life...the body is rust free, the paint is pristine with NO fading or cracking, and still shines magnificently..
the interior is amazing...no rips, tears or stains...the crushed blue upholstery is rich in color, thick in pyle, and comfortable to sit on and touch...even the carpet is free of wear or fading..just superb...the dash pad, door panels, headliner, back shelf, are all in amazing like new condition...nothing inside car needs addressed at all.....the roof is superb, the double vinyl area of roof is sweet...soft, rich, and free of any defects or blemishes..
the 351 engine runs well, and the AT shifts smooth and properly...mechanically there is only one flaw, that being that the fuel gauge is not working..it stays on "E"... we think the float needs replaced perhaps, or the sending unit may need replaced...all other gauges work, car is equipped with PW, PDL, AC, Power Antenna, AM-FM Cassette, Power Driver Seat and much more, all of which is in good working order... the headlight covers rotate open and closed properly..
the body of this Thunderbird is not perfect, but very close...the chrome trim and bumpers gleam and are free of corrossion. there is nothing to call underbody or wheel well wise.. the only 2 spots on car to note are, a dime size door ding on passenger door (see pic down pass side body) , and on the drivers side front wheel well upper trim (see pic) there was a bump that occured when an object in the garage fell against fender..this is very minor, didnt bend trim piece, but did push in fender very slightly..
the car rides and drives very smooth, brakes and lights all work well...the tires have tread, however they are the original radials that were on car when bought new..there is some dry rotting and winner may want to replace..
This vehicle is not only rare, but literally a diamond in this overall condition..by the way, this vehicle has been life long smoke free...please be sure to ask any questions.
Clean Clear "Actual Miles" Title in Hand
Call Doug 317-989-3106 or 317-834-2200 with any questions you may have!
Local Pick up only--- shipping ok but totally at buyers expense and scheduling--
We will NOT lower the opening bid on this car and relist it again- we are offering this ONE time at this opening bid bench mark (below what we feel its worth and others are priced at) This is a **********NO RESERVE AUCTION********** highest bid WINS--- if it does not sell we have a local buyer; so don't lose the chance to own this One-of-a-kind car- -- a true gem! Bid away!!
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