1964 Ford Thunderbird Landau

This 1964 Ford Thunderbird Coupe is powered by a 390 cubic-inch V8 engine that is capable of producing 300 horsepower. The engine is matted to a three-speed automatic gearbox while the odometer reads just over 64,300 miles. The car was offered for sale at the 2006 Gooding & Company Auction in Pebble Beach where it was offered without reserve and estimated to sell between $20,000-$30,000. It is a long-term ownership vehicle and was purchased with the highly sought-after air-conditioning option. Its been treated to a mechanical and cosmetic update for its nearly fifty-years of service.

The 1964 Thunderbirds were commonly known as the 'Jet Bird'. The rocket-like features of the previous models were beginning to dissipate as the square, boxy look was becoming more prominent. The length of the car increased to 205 inches as did the wheelbase, which grew to 113 inches. The public agreed with the new styling as sales increased by fifty-percent, purchasing 92,465 examples.

At auction this car did find a new owner, selling for $22,000.

By Daniel Vaughan | Feb 2007