This is the impressive and rare Thunderbird Sports Roadster that has been upgraded to be your favorite classic cruiser.West Coast Classics are proud to present a highly desirable example of the third generation of Thunderbirds a 1962 Ford Thunderbird Factory Sports Roadster with the 390 c.i. The sale comes complete with good paperwork like the dealer invoice and maintenance records. This easy driving nature also comes from the automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, front discs, and the classic whitewalls hiding the deep treads of modern touring tires. So it makes for a stout runner and a quality all-around cruiser. It's also supported with quality components, like March brackets, polished serpentine pulleys, a Mallory distributor, and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan. So now you have upgrades like an Edelbrock Victor Jr intake and a Mass-Flo electronic fuel injection. And while these additions make this a better cruiser, you'll also appreciate the vintage details everywhere from the swing-away steering wheel to the dash courtesy light that greets you when the door opens.įord's large 390 cubic-inch V8 was the big motor to move the big T-bird, but 60 years of evolution means we can do even better today. They even gave it better cruising upgrades like an AM/FM/CD/XM stereo, upgraded speakers, and a tach under the steering column. That's the right idea for a classic you'll really want to drive. The overall style is attractive, but not perfect. There's a true premium style with nicely contoured seats, a center console, and beautiful trim that wraps around the dash and into the doors. The black convertible top has a distinguished look against the red, and so you'll be happy to power it down and show off the black interior. Whitewall tires, complete badging, and a well-fitting black convertible top are all part of this quality presentation. And just to make sure this Sports Roadster is a true standout even further, they also received Kelsey Hayes wire wheels. It gives these longer Thunderbirds an even grander impression of personal luxury, but less than 1,500 are believed to be made in its inaugural year. The cover gives you raised headrests and a waterfall into the interior for a true sporty style. For those who don't already know, the Sports Roadster was a new addition this year that included a color-matched tonneau that goes over the back seats. This is a real-deal code-89 Sports Roadster, and there's even the dealer invoice to prove it. And in 1962 Ford debuted a rare option to please the discerning few. Some people still wanted a true personal cruiser that only had room for one lucky passenger. Ford knew they would sell more T-birds if they gave it a rear seat. But the most alluring part of this car is how it has a rare option that brought it back to its roots. From-fitting chrome bumpers, complete trim, and good body panels make sure this is impressive from the moment it comes into view. It especially makes that impression when you have a quality example finished in a bright Rangoon Red. These bullet-nose Thunderbirds are a sought-after classic for being both sizable and sporty. For those who don't already know, the Sports Roadster was a new. So check out the details of a rare drop-top that's ready to hit the road. That's why you not only have a shining classic style, but also it has been upgraded to electronic fuel injection to fully enjoy the V8 power. This is an authentic 1962 Ford Thunderbird Sports Roadster, and so it's absolutely the kind of classic that deserves to be out cruising. 390 V8, SOUNDS GR8, 3SPD AUTO, POWER STEERING & BRAKES, RUNS/DRIVES WELL, SHARP!
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