1961 Ford Thunderbird GT Premium

The 1961 Thunderbirds were soundly designed, well engineered and beautifully styled showing off a much sleeker styling for the Ford Thunderbird. A new, larger 390 cu in (6.4 L) FE-series V8 was the only engine available for the 61 Bird. The Thunderbird was 1961s Indianapolis 500 pace car, and featured prominently in US President John F. Kennedys inaugural parade, probably helped along by the appointment of Ford executive Robert McNamara as Secretary of Defense., , The Thunderbird for 1961 introduced several firsts for the automotive market. The most distinctive feature of the 1961 to 1963 Thunderbirds was the highly touted Swing Away steering wheel. With the transmission in the park position the steering wheel would slide approximately 18 inches to the right allowing the driver to exit the vehicle easily. Other innovations include a floating rear view mirror. Common on all autos produced today, this feature was first found on 1961 Thunderbirds. Depending on variable options Thunderbirds for 1961 could be purchased with options like air conditioning, power windows, power seats, AM radio, fender skirts and white wall tires. Several standard features, like power steering and power brakes, back up lights and bucket seats were costly options on most other autos., , Offered for sale is this gorgeous 1961 Ford Thunderbird Coupe. Outfitted in a beautiful light purple paint job and fitted with black upholstery this Thunderbird is an amazing blend of style and comfort. The Thunderbird was stripped to bare metal and professionally re-painted. Under the hood you will find a tidy engine compartment with factory A-C, an upgraded aluminum radiator, new valve job, and a recently rebuilt transmission. This vehicle also has new interior, new exhaust, and new brakes. The factory power windows operate normally, and the factory A-C blows cold. Adding to the style of the T-bird are 17 and 18 chrome Shelby style wheels wrapped in new tires. , , Please call with any questions or to make an appointment to view the Thunderbird.