![]() Putting together its pedigree and current condition, one can see why this would more than glisten in the eye of a potential buyer. Before the 10 miles since the project was completed this August, the car had 49,000 miles on the odometer.Īlso, what makes it one of a kind is the fact that it’s the only concourse restored 1962 Ford Thunderbird with a silver mink and red leather interior in existence, according to the auction website. Whereas a restomod can have whatever the modder wishes to slap on it. This 1962 Ford M-code Thunderbird hardtop has all-original equipment and only one owner, as reported. Meaning no outside components other than originals. Vehicle history and comps for 1962 Ford Thunderbird VIN: 2Y83Z167102 - including sale prices, photos, and more. In case you’re wondering what the difference between a concours restoration and a restomod is, a car is considered to be a concourse restoration when it's as close as possible to its factory shape. That Art Kastls 1962 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop has survived in such time-capsule condition is anything but an accident. Nevertheless, this advertised unique T-bird has only 10 miles on the clock since its complete concours restoration. The ‘62 model is actually 1 mph slower, which is a bit odd given that it came with the Sports Roadster name attached to it. Thunderbird ‘Roadster-Style’ Tonneau Cover A Powersport Exclusive The first and original hard tonneau cover for the 2002-2005 Ford Thunderbird The only hard Tonneau Cover ever approved by Ford Motor Company PLEASE NOTE: Our Roadster-Style tonneau cover is custom-made to order so please allow 4-6 weeks for production. Although it didn’t necessarily go faster, according to a spec sheet comparison. The seller says the engine is original and hasn’t been rebuilt, but the carburetors were recently rebuilt and the engine was tuned up. Ford rated the engine at 340 horsepower when new. ![]() V8 with three Holley two-barrel carburetors. While still keeping part of its core aesthetics, the 1961 model was a much sleeker-looking luxury vehicle that came in either a hardtop or a soft top.Īlthough the ‘61 T-Bird wasn’t advertised as a sports car, the ‘62 Sports Roadster was the rebel teen that looked the part. The M in the VIN indicates that this 1962 Thunderbird was originally equipped with a 390-cu.in. The Sports Roadster was being introduced, just like our subject of the day, and it came right after the third generation of the Thunderbird (1961) that went through a major revolution design-wise. ![]()
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