Classic Auto Mall
6180 Morgantown Road
Morgantown, PA 19543
"1963 Ford Thunderbird Hardtop
""Here modern American car luxury began � and here the trends are set. �Extra wide 51-inch doors invite you into personalized comfort for four. �Seats are individually contoured and pleated with deep foam cushioning for supreme ease. �Full length console puts power window controls and a thoughtful storage compartment fingertip close. �Even though others may try, who can copy an original and ever hope to be better than ""second best."" �Boastful words from the 1963 Thunderbird brochure
For consignment, a 1963 Ford Thunderbird hardtop showing 54,585 miles which are not actual, a stunning example with an older restoration, some recent engine work and paint correction that bring it up to par, ready for show, go, and one that will warrant frequent peeks into your garage just to bask in its beauty.
Exterior
Twenty exterior colors were available in 1963 and white was certainly one of them! �Each generation of Thunderbird came with its own nickname, and for '61-'63, they had two, bullet bird and rocket bird and justification for the names can be seen in profile as the rounded point of the front fender is indeed bullet shaped, and the movement created by the forward tilted trim, forward leaning C-pillar, and sweeping shoulder line trim creates the optical illusion of forward momentum. �The back of a rocket would have a single rounded burner and that's represented by the ridged round tail lights out back, each mated to modest, rising fins. �The facia is classic 60's with its fantastic narrow grille, flat trunk lid, (with gentle scoop), and wide set quad headlights, and let's not forget the turquoise Thunderbird on the nose, inspired by the Navajo symbol. �Metalwork, including the rechromed bumpers, is in excellent shape throughout the exterior and imperfections in the paint are limited to a ding and some chips and touch ups on the rocker panel.
Interior
A staggering seventeen interior options were available in 1963, and this black vinyl selection presents beautifully, beginning with the artful door panels with ribbed aluminum insert on smooth and metal trimmed vinyl parts and the dual lens safety/courtesy light is a sign of attention to luxury and detail. �Other than some compression for the driver, all the seats are in excellent shape with pleated centers framed by white piping and a stylized Thunderbird emblem on each of the four. �Up front, remnants of 1950's lavishness and generous use of polished metals and chrome knobs is evidence, and rocket influence is picked in the three gauges over the ribbed aluminum panel that threads the span of the mid-dash and waterfalls on the center console that holds the climate panel, vents, and horizontal storage. �Black loop carpet covers the floor, protected by Thunderbird mats specially contoured for the car. �Up above, a perforated white headliner lightens the interior like a cloudless blue sky while the trunk is covered with a woven mat that has seen some use.
Drivetrain
The clean engine bay contains a 390ci V8 wearing gold valve covers and rated at 300 horsepower. �It's equipped with a 4-barrel carburetor and tied to a Cruise-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission that sends power to the Ford 9"" axle with 3.00 gears. �Power brakes are included and assist the drums at all four corners.
Undercarriage
Relatively clean on this driver quality underside with sporadic surface rust mainly reserved for the first stretch of the exhaust. �From there, the single exhaust flows through a stock style muffler on its way to exit via a single tailpipe on the right rear. �There's some residual oil on the pan and some extra grease on the knuckles, but nothing worrisome to our eyes. �Suspension consists of coil springs out front and leaf springs in the rear. �We note a good amount of surface rust on the bottom of the driver's door.
Drive-Ability
60's T-birds are hot in the market and one minute behind the wheel is reason enough. �The interior is so different, so removed from what we're used to today, and more than anything, it's a work of art and a fun place from which to pilot this cruiser. �The 390 takes us on the loop and delivers very good power and the low center of gravity provides good handling and straight tracking with great visibility, especially out of the movie screen sized rear window. �Everything works on this well sorted Thunderbird and we fly it back to the mall. �While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.
This car was delivered to the Philadelphia District Sales Office and hasn't strayed too far from home. �Thunderbirds from the 60's still represent a great way to get into the world of classic cars without breaking the bank and holding a certain mystique as the ""lesser known"" Thunderbird. �Here's one that needs nothing and like a majestic bird of prey, flies high with power and grace. �
3Y83Z150408
3-1963
Y-Wixom, MI Assy Plant
83-Thunderbird Hardtop
Z-390ci 4bbl V8
150408-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY PLATE
BODY 63A-Thunderbird Hardtop
COLOR K-Chalfonte Blue
TRIM 56-Black Vinyl
DATE 04D-April 4th
DSO 23-Philadelphia
AXLE 1-Ford 9"" 3.00 Conventional
TRANS 4-Cruise O Matic
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price.
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| Year: | 1963 |
| Make: | Ford |
| Model: | Thunderbird |
| Mileage: | 54585 |
| Exterior Color: | White |
| Interior Color: | Black |
| Trim: | Hardtop |
| Body: | hardtop |
| Stock: | 7293 |
| Engine Size: | Gasoline |
| Transmission: | 3 Speed Automatic |
| Vin: | 3Y83Z150408 |
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Classic Auto Mall is a world class consignment house located in southeastern Pennsylvania with indoor showroom space for up to 1,000collectable and special interest vehicles offered for sale. We are conveniently located just west of Philadelphia. This one of a kind building is climate controlled and security monitored and is the ultimate destination for classic and specialty car lovers. The building is located right on the Pennsylvania Turnpike with terrific frontage and exposure. Additionally, this one of a kind building houses one of the finest barn findcollections in the world with over 400 vehicles on display. The facility and grounds have plenty of room for indoor and outdoor automotive related events, car shows, car club meets, ride and drives and more.
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This wonderful facility started life as a clothing outlet mall in 1985 and then evolved into a furniture outlet mall until it closed its doors in 2011. There is a 188 room Holiday Inn with a walk-thru entrance attached to the facility that has a full-service restaurant, lounge, meeting facilities and an indoor swimming pool. The hotel just underwent a $3,000,000 renovation.
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