![]() ![]() While the concept of the personal luxury car first realized in the Thunderbird was derived from the European grand tourer popular in Italy and England, it was the English who borrowed from the Thunderbird in the design of the Sunbeam Alpine, a car with styling lifted almost directly from the American car. It impacted other brands even across the Atlantic. Compression measured somewhat lower than a 352 at 10:1, but had 50 more horsepower, with torque at a stout 490-lbs.ft. The Thunderbird's influence reached farther than Ford, though. The big news in 1959 came with the introduction of the Thunderbird 430 Special V-8, a monster of a block with a 4.30-inch bore and 3.70-inch stroke. They even used the T-Bird as the basis for the most popular Mercury model, the Cougar. When Ford launched the Mercury brand, it was in an effort to capitalize on the personal luxury car market that the Thunderbird had created. Ford produced the second generation of the Thunderbird from 19581960, and in 1959 Ford gave the T-Bird its first big-block V8 engine, a 430 cid V8 making 350 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque. The Thunderbird's success is obvious from its long life and high sales figures, but it was also hugely influential on other models. Bridging the gap between sports cars like the Corvette and plush sedans like the Bel Air, the Ford Thunderbird was the best of both worlds. ![]() Its combination of luxury and sportiness was a revolution that broke open a whole new market segment. They offered new squared-off body panels and a changed inner structure. The Galaxie models were well-received, and many consumers enjoyed the styling. There were sports cars available to satisfy the urge for an exciting drive, but they were small and impractical for much else. One of the main attractions for Ford in 1959 was the Thunderbird styling theme, used on the hardtop roof of the new Galaxie series. That was fine for a pleasant trip from Point A to Point B, but it left the driving experience lacking. Out of state buyers will only have a $125 Title Procurement fee, no tax or other fees charged.However, while cars became increasingly cushy and comfortable, they also became big and clumsy. MN residents are responsible for tax, license and title procurement fees.Out of state buyers will only have a $125 Title Procurement fee, no tax or other fees charged. The car got some slight restyling and added a convertible option in 1958, and production soured. This particular vehicle IS ELIGIBLE for an extended warranty! Ask us for more details! Ford produced the second generation of the Thunderbird from 19581960, and in 1959 Ford gave the T-Bird its first big-block V8 engine, a 430 cid V8 making 350 horsepower and 490 lb-ft of torque. TRADES WILL BE CONSIDERED AND FINANCING IS AVAILABLE Give us a call at 50 or email to inquire about this vehicle. Please see video for full breakdown of this vehicle Top is in good shape! Stock sounding Ford Thunderbird! Black vinyl convertible top is power and does go up and down, folds into the trunk for a clean look with the switch in the trunk itself. Our technicians noted that the oil pressure, amp gauge, clock, and temp gauge are functioning radio and fuel gauge are inop. The 7 litre engine is a naturally aspirated, overhead valve, 8 cylinder that has an output of 350 bhp (355 PS/261 kW) of power at 4400 rpm, and maximum torque of 664 Nm (490 lbft/67.7 kgm) at 2800 rpm. Aftermarket gauge cluster has been installed under the dash and aftermarket radio under the stock radio, radio does not work. The Thunderbird is a road car from Ford, with rear wheel drive, a front mounted engine and a 2 door coup body style. Drivers seat has some tears in the vinyl, otherwise the other seats are in good shape. Black and white vinyl bucket seat interior, original combo to this car, with center console and automatic on the column. Riding on wire wheel covers with white wall radials. Nicely equipped with power steering and power brakes. Chrome and brightwork does have some imperfections here and there but overall looks good.This is powered by the 352 V8 under the hood that is paired with a 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission transmission being recently rebuilt and reinstalled. In 2015 Mark told Kustomrama that he wanted a T-Bird for a long time ' I came from a farm in Nebraska. Mark bought the Thunderbird in Omaha in 1967. GR Auto Gallery of Indianapolis is pleased to present this 1959 Ford Thunderbird Convertible for your consideration. Paint has some blemishes where the convertible top would make contact with the paint, see pics otherwise been touched up where necessary. 1959 Ford Thunderbird owned by Mark Mundorff of Lincoln, Nebraska. Not originally a red car, this car has been repainted along the line to the red you see today. 1959 Ford Thunderbird Convertible finished in Red paint. ![]()
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