![]() The 1958 Squarebird added a back seat and, with the possible exception of the 1953 Studebaker Starliner, created the personal luxury car market. This was not the Thunderbird’s first drastic change. It’s hard to believe this car is related to the trim, befinned 1955-57 two seat T-Birds, but the Seventies changed a lot of people–and cars. The biggest Thunderbird ever built, a Mark IV in disguise. And you’re probably looking at one of the best preserved ’75 Thunderbirds we’ve seen here on BarnFinds.( first published ) This is it. It’s hard to believe that was 50 years ago. Sure, they were big, but so were most of the other cars on the road (a Ford LTD was only an inch and a half shorter). I’ve kept from using the usual terms of land yacht and barge to describe this Thunderbird because I remember these cars when they were new and floating down the highway. Yes, this is a big, long, luxurious car and a far cry from the original two-seater “personal car” concept of the ’55 Thunderbird. The engine looks and runs brand new, and the automatic transmission shifts smoothly.” 89,000 miles are on the odometer and based on the overall condition of this car, that could be the original mileage. The seller states that “a new carburetor has recently been installed and the mechanicals have been gone over and carefully maintained. Not surprisingly, the engine bay is clean as well and houses the big 460-cubic-inch V8 that generated 220 horsepower when it left the factory. The photos tell the story and supports Thunderbird’s brochure sales pitch that read, “When you add deep-cushioned comfort and the quiet performance, you can appreciate why we believe Thunderbird is one of the world’s most distinguished personal luxury cars.” plush cut-pile carpeting” looks well preserved. The overall condition of this interior is, indeed, impressive considering it’s almost 50 years old. Everything is in working order ready for you to enjoy and to impress your friends.” Power windows, power steering, power brakes, power mirrors, real fake wood, updated A/C and factory sound system ensure your comfort. I had to chuckle at the seller’s description of this ‘70s luxury cruiser cockpit: “ Red tufted leather and thick, plush carpeting surround you in luxury. We had neighbors with the same overstuffed red leather couch and recliners look in their downstairs family room. I’m not seeing any issues with the outside of this 47-year-old Thunderbird.Īnd now to the interior. ![]() Based on the photos, the paint still looks very presentable and the matching bodyside moldings, silver half-vinyl roof, chrome, glass, and trim look very good also. The seller claims it had one repaint in its original Silver Starfire finish in the ‘80s along with some tasteful red pinstriping. 1975 marked the 20 th Anniversary of the Thunderbird, but other than introducing some color-keyed luxury groups in copper, silver, and jade, plus adding a few more items to the already long list of standard equipment, not a lot had changed from the 1974 models. As a cost-saving measure, the two coupes shared the same roofline, doors, and inner body panels. The sixth-generation Thunderbird was introduced in 1972 along with its cousin, the restyled Lincoln Continentl Mark IV, and had a five-year run. Another shout out to our fine feathered friend, Larry D, for sending this ‘Bird our way. The son, who now owns it, has pampered it and shown at a few car shows the past two years and states, “It needs nothing and is ready for its next caretaker to enjoy and show off.” Located in the Houston, Texas area, this clean, well-preserved 1975 Thunderbird is listed here on Craigslist for $11,500. The seller’s father bought it 30 years ago from the original owner. If you’d like to cruise – or better yet, float – back to the year 1975, then feast your eyes on this “Big Silver Bird” (the term Tarzan used in describing the first airplane he saw in the sky). ![]()
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