It's also every bit as complex, and before buying one of these fascinating cars, you should make sure it works without any hiccups! On this particular convertible, lowering the convertible top is as easy as it is mesmerizing. Speaking of the top: the '62 Thunderbird features a top mechanism that's essentially similar to the one found in the big, four-door Lincoln convertibles of the era. The white convertible top is in excellent condition there are no rips or tears and the large plastic rear window is clear.Ĭlick on any of the above images for a full-size view The bodywork has survived in fantastic condition, without any dents or scrapes the paint looks very smooth and glossy. There are no bubbles beneath the beautful DELTRON acrylic urethane paint. This T-Bird is a notable exception: it has always been enjoyed as a fair-weather toy and has not suffered any corrosion damage. Collector car prices have seen steep increases across the board during the past few years in 2006, the Thunderbird's appraisal would reflect a markedly higher value.Ĭlick on the above image for an XXL-sized view (900 x 525 pixels)Ĭars from the Fifties and Sixties, especially the convertibles, were notoriously rust-prone. The appraiser called it "very nice original restored." Since then, the car has hardly been driven. Twelve years ago, in 1994, this beautiful '62 was appraised at $25,000.00. After the owner's passing, the big bird returned to California.Ĭlick on the above image for an XXL-sized view (500 x 662 pixels) He was an active member in the Vintage Thunderbird Club International (the 1992 membership roster is included, listing the car as a "62 Roadster"), taking his pride and joy to many regional shows. This stunning Rangoon Red (color code J) example, VIN * 2Y85Z164525*, was sold new in California and lived here for many years, until its second owner, a retired aerospace engineer, moved to Portland, Oregon in the late 1980s. Looking for all the world like a factory-built custom car, the "Bullet Bird"-as it is known among enthusiasts-is of a timelessly beautiful design. Priced around $5,000.00, a lot of money in 1962, the open-air T-Bird, with its coil-spring front suspension, was among the best-riding cars of the day.Ĭlick on the above image for an XXL-sized view (850 x 594 pixels) V8, developing 300 horses in standard trim, and the smooth Cruise-O-Matic three-speed auto tranny. Less than 10,000 Thunderbird convertibles, including Sports Roadsters, were built in '62. The third-generation 'Bird was manufactured between 19 it featured Ford's trademark big, circular taillights that looked like rockets, razor-sharp tailfins, and tastefully restrained chrome ornamentation. Ford's 1962 Thunderbird Sports Roadster was-and still is-one of the most futuristic-looking automobiles in history.Ĭlick on the above image for an XXL-sized view (850 x 633 pixels)
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