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1964-1966 represents the fourth generation of the Thunderbird, a unique and stylish car produced by Ford. This generation of the Thunderbird was completely restyled in favor of a more squared-off, 'formal' look.
Powered by a standard 390 cubic-inch, 300 horsepower V8 engine, it was designed to be a personal luxury car that would be distinctively different from any other Ford model. The Thunderbird took direct aim at the Buick Riviera and Pontiac Grand Prix, which some considered more roadworthy cars, but the Thunderbird would retain its leading market share. Historically, 1966 was a notable year for the Ford Thunderbird, and this model is a favorite with collectors today.
Styling changes for 1966 were easy to spot. Up front, a blade-like bumper replaced the integral bumper-grille assembly used previously. An eye-catching new 'wall-to-wall' taillight treatment retained the sequential turn signals introduced in 1965. The model range included a hardtop, a Landau (with vinyl roof covering) and a convertible. The 1966 Convertible is a sought-after collectible today because it was the last of the four-seat open Thunderbirds.
This 1966 Thunderbird convertible features the rare Sports Roadster tonneau cover which was offered as a dealer accessory only. Other notable features include the 'Swing-Away' steering wheel and cockpit-style interior with wraparound rear seating. A three-owner car, it was originally purchased by the Hallmark Company for one of its Kansas City executives.
Powered by a standard 390 cubic-inch, 300 horsepower V8 engine, it was designed to be a personal luxury car that would be distinctively different from any other Ford model. The Thunderbird took direct aim at the Buick Riviera and Pontiac Grand Prix, which some considered more roadworthy cars, but the Thunderbird would retain its leading market share. Historically, 1966 was a notable year for the Ford Thunderbird, and this model is a favorite with collectors today.
Styling changes for 1966 were easy to spot. Up front, a blade-like bumper replaced the integral bumper-grille assembly used previously. An eye-catching new 'wall-to-wall' taillight treatment retained the sequential turn signals introduced in 1965. The model range included a hardtop, a Landau (with vinyl roof covering) and a convertible. The 1966 Convertible is a sought-after collectible today because it was the last of the four-seat open Thunderbirds.
This 1966 Thunderbird convertible features the rare Sports Roadster tonneau cover which was offered as a dealer accessory only. Other notable features include the 'Swing-Away' steering wheel and cockpit-style interior with wraparound rear seating. A three-owner car, it was originally purchased by the Hallmark Company for one of its Kansas City executives.
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1966 Ford Thunderbird Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Ford Thunderbird
(Data based on Model Year 1966 sales)
1966 Ford Thunderbird Chassis#: 6y83z141152 Sold for USD$18,150 2024 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Chassis#: 6y85z136057 Sold for USD$20,900 2023 Mecum : Dallas | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Landau Chassis#: 6y87q124810 Sold for USD$16,500 2023 Mecum : Dallas | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Landau Sold for USD$36,960 2023 Worldwide Auctioneers : The Auburn Auction | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Chassis#: 6y81z135053 Sold for USD$19,800 2023 Mecum : Indy | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Chassis#: 6Y85Z118028 Sold for USD$15,000 2023 Spring Carlisle | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Sold for USD$33,000 2023 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Landau Sold for USD$14,850 2022 Mecum : Kansas City | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Sold for USD$18,150 2022 Mecum : Las Vegas | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Chassis#: 6Y87Q158357 Sold for USD$14,000 2022 GAA : November 2022 | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Sold for USD$22,000 2022 Mecum : Chattanooga | |
1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD CONVERTIBLE Chassis#: 6Y85Z105659 Sold for USD$38,500 2022 Barrett-Jackson : Palm Beach | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop Sold for USD$17,600 2022 Mecum : Houston | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop Sold for USD$19,800 2022 Mecum : Glendale | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Sold for USD$48,400 2022 Mecum : Glendale | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Sold for USD$16,500 2022 GAA : February 2022 | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Sold for USD$60,500 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Sold for USD$26,400 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Sold for USD$24,200 2021 Mecum : Kansas City | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Sold for USD$11,550 2021 Mecum : Dallas |
Ford Thunderbirds That Failed To Sell At Auction
1966 Ford Thunderbird's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
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1966 Ford Thunderbird | 6Y87Q150722 | 2024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Enthusiast Auction | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | 6y85z150446 | 2023 Mecum : Monterey | $42,000 | ||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Landau | 2022 Mecum : Chicago | $27,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 6Y85Z161259 | 2022 Carlisle Auctions : Spring Carlisle | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Town Landau | 2021 Mecum : Tulsa | $16,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2021 GAA : April 2021 | $12,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 6Y87Z110996 | 2020 Fall Carlisle Auction | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | 2020 Mecum : Kissimmee Summer Special | $35,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 6Y81Z148736 | 2019 Bonhams : MPH September Auction | $6,000 | $10,000 | |
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | 2019 Mecum : Harrisburg | $18,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 6Y83Z111020 | 2019 Spring Carlisle Auction | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | 2019 Mecum : Phoenix Auction | $20,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2019 Carlisle Auction : Lakeland Winter Auction | ||||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2018 Mecum : Kansas City | $9,000 | |||
1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD | 2018 McCormick's # 65 | $7,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2017 Mecum : Indianapolis | $9,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2017 Branson Collector Car Auction | $13,000 | |||
1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD | 2017 Leake Auction OKC Fairgrounds | $11,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Coupe | 6Y83Z143821 | 2017 Mecum : Los Angeles | $6,500 | ||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | 6Y85Q124896 | 2017 Mecum : Los Angeles | $29,000 | ||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2016 Silver Auction Reno | $30,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2016 Silver Auction Reno | $40,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2016 Silver Auction Little Creek Resort | $7,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2016 Anglia Auction | $18,500 | $20,000 | ||
1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD | 2016 Mecum Houston | $27,500 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2016 Anglia Auction | $20,000 | $22,000 | ||
1966 Ford Thunderbird | 2016 Carlisle Auctions : Lakeland Winter Auction | ||||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | 2016 Mecum : Kissimmee | $32,500 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | 2016 Mecum : Kissimmee | $26,000 | |||
1966 Ford Thunderbird Convertible | 2016 Mecum : Kissimmee |
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