Strong points
- In excellent condition inside and out
- The latest version of the full-size Thunderbirds
- Restored in the United States before arriving in France in 2016
- Low mileage of 66,000 miles (approx. 106,194 km)
- Unchanged chassis and engine numbers
- Technical Inspection valid until January 2028
The most
The seventh generation of the iconic Ford Thunderbird was the last of an era, the final full-size version with the classic lines of the 1970s. From the dimensions of its bodywork to the displacement of its engine, it was a car without limits.
For classic car buyers, it's a car that's deliberately out of step with modern trends. It's an echo of a more carefree era, beautifully recalled by this excellent example. This 1979 model with the 351CI 5.7 litre 351M engine, it arrived in France from California in 2016.
Before arriving in France, it was fully restored. Thanks to sparing use, it remains in very good condition, pleasantly unmodified and factory original. The current owner has always parked it in a dry place and has never used it in the rain.
Sold with MOT until January 2028 verifying its condition, this represents an elegant and distinctive area of the classic American 70's period.
History and Documents
- Registered in 1979
- Imported from Florida to France in 2016
- Has had three registered owners in France since importation
- MOT valid until January 2028 as shown in photographs
- All necessary fluid changes carried out while in the possession of the current vendor
- Restored in the USA before arriving in France
- Acquired by seller in 2021
- Confirmed as a car with matching chassis numbers
- California Certificate of Title included
- Always stored dry and never used in wet weather by seller
Condition
- Restored in the USA before arriving in France
- Elegantly finished in white with contrasting gold accents
- Well presented beige velour interior with only light wear
- Body in very good condition with no visible imperfections
- Interior trim redone prior to import
- Photographed without wheel trims, but these are supplied with the car
- The air conditioning does not currently work as it requires recharging with the appropriate gas
- Some signs of wear on the steering wheel, but the interior is otherwise very well maintained
Mechanical
- Ford 351CI 5.7-litre 351M V8 engine
- 3-speed automatic gearbox with column shifter
- Engine and mechanical components are in immaculate condition with no notable defects
- Some electrical wires are cracked in the engine area, but the vendor indicates that they pose no risk
- Regular maintenance carried out during the current vendor's ownership
- This includes replacement of gearbox, engine, rear axle and coolant fluids
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