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1961 Ford Thunderbird - $7,000 (ithaca)
Ithaca near Ithaca
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The 1961 Ford Thunderbird, also known as the "Bullet Bird," was the first model of the third generation and featured a sleek, jet-age-inspired design. Its standard 390 cubic inch (6.4 L) V8 engine was paired with a 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission.
General specifications
Production: 73,051 units produced in 1961, including 10,516 convertibles.
Original Price: Approximately $4,175–$5,440.
Seating Capacity: Four passengers.
Tires: 8.00 x 14.
Body and dimensions
The 1961 Thunderbird was offered in two main body styles, the Hardtop Coupe and Convertible.
Hardtop Coupe:
Wheelbase: 113 in. (2870 mm)
Length: 205 in. (5207 mm)
Width: 75.9 in. (1928 mm)
Height: 52.5 in. (1334 mm)
Weight: 3,958 lbs (1795 kg)
Convertible:
Wheelbase: 113 in. (2870 mm)
Length: 205 in. (5207 mm)
Width: 75.9 in. (1928 mm)
Height: 53.3 in. (1354 mm)
Weight: 4,130 lbs (1873 kg)
Engine and transmission
The standard and only available engine for 1961 was the 390 cubic inch V8 from Ford's FE-series.
Engine: 390 cu in (6.4 L) FE-series V8.
Power: 300 hp @ 4600 RPM.
Torque: 427 lb-ft @ 2800 RPM.
Carburetion: 4-barrel Holley.
Transmission: 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic.
Standard and notable features
The 1961 Thunderbird came with several innovative and high-end features for its time:
"Swing-Away" Steering Wheel: A column that moved almost 18 inches to the right when the car was in park, allowing for easy driver entry and exit.
Interior Amenities: A sculpted center console, bucket seats, a wrap-around instrument panel, and a "floating" rear-view mirror.
Power Features: Standard power steering, power brakes, and a power soft top for the convertible model.
Standard Equipment: Included full wheel covers, back-up lights, and courtesy lighting for the glove compartment and trunk.
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