How much is a 1966 Thunderbird worth?
Data based on 276 auction sales. note: The images shown are representations of the 1966 Ford Thunderbird and not necessarily vehicles that have been bought or sold at auction….Ford Models.
| Bodystyles | Median Sale |
|---|---|
| Hardtop Coupe | $7,810 |
| Hardtop Town Sedan | $8,875 |
| Landau | $8,052 |
What engine is in a 1966 Thunderbird?
For 1966, the 390-cubic-inch V8’s power was increased to 315 hp (235 kW). The larger 428-cubic-inch (7.0 L) V-8 became optional, rated at 345 hp (257 kW) and providing a notable improvement in 0-60 mph acceleration to about 9 seconds. All models featured a new front clip.
What is Ford Type F fluid?
Valvoline™ Type F is a high-quality transmission fluid specifically engineered to protect and prolong the life of automatic transmissions. It is designed for use where Ford specifications M2C33-F, M2C33-G and Ford Type F fluids are recommended.
What is the rarest Ford Thunderbird?
The world’s rarest and most valuable first generation Ford Thunderbird happens to be the very first model ever produced. This 1955 Ford Thunderbird Convertible “Production #1” was put up for auction at the Barrett-Jackson Classic Car Auction in Scottsdale, Arizona in 2009 and sold for $660,000.
How many 1966 Thunderbirds are left?
There was a very rare special order 427 available through certain ford dealers for 1963-1965 Thunderbirds, 120 of these ‘high performance’ T-birds were made. Only 6 are still known to exist today.
How much is a Ford Thunderbird worth?
| Make | Avg Price | YoY |
|---|---|---|
| CarGurus Index | $27,835 | +27.26% |
| Ford Thunderbird | $21,092 | +15.64% |
| 1955 Ford Thunderbird | $39,007 | -2.95% |
| 1956 Ford Thunderbird | $48,859 | +13.58% |
What year Thunderbird sold the most?
Marilyn Monroe’s 1956 Ford Thunderbird Sold for $490,000 That’s not far from the most valuable Thunderbird ever sold: the first ‘Bird to roll off the production line in 1954 sold for $660,000 at a Barrett-Jackson auction in 2009.
Can I use dexron instead of type f?
RAY: If you put Dexron, Mercon or Chrysler 7176 transmission fluid in just about any transmission, it will perform just fine. And in transmissions that are not designed for it, Type F fluid will cause rough shifts, and can even cause damage by making the torque converter engage before it should.
Can I mix Type F and dexron?
As to ATF, no problem mixing Dexron and Type F, one can actually fine tune shift harshness as Type F is in fact “grippier”.
What is the most sought after Thunderbird?
Ford Thunderbird
The Ford Thunderbird was produced between 1955 and 1957, with the ’55 models being the most sought-after. T-Birds were the first two seat Ford since 1938 and seemed to be all the rage. With only 10,000 planned for 1955, 3,500 were already purchased in the 10 days following its debut!
What is the most valuable Ford Thunderbird?
Marilyn Monroe’s beautiful black 1956 Ford Thunderbird convertible just crossed the auction block this month for a staggering US$490,000, making it almost the most expensive Thunderbird ever sold.
What is the best year Thunderbird?
The Best Thunderbird Cars
- 1955 Ford Thunderbird (First Generation)
- 2003 Ford Thunderbird (Eleventh Generation)
- 1964 Ford Thunderbird (Fourth Generation)
- 1967 Ford Thunderbird (Fifth Generation)
- 1973 Ford Thunderbird (Sixth Generation)
What kind of fluid does a Thunderbird steering system use?
The power steering systems for the 1955-1957 Thunderbirds were designed to run on Type A transmission fluid. Since Type A transmission fluid is no longer available, many Thunderbird owners and their mechanics have used power steering fluids in their Thunderbird steering systems.
How many horsepower does a 1966 Ford Thunderbird have?
ENGINE CODE/DESCRIPTION Q Thunderbird 428 V-8 Bore & stroke: 4.13″ x 3.98″ Comp. ratio: 10.5:1 Horsepower: 345 at 4600 RPM Maximum Torque 462 at 2800 RPM Carburetor: Ford 9510 4-barrel Dual exhaust system with resonators
What kind of fluid do you use in a convertible?
This question is for the guys who own a convertible. I wanted to know what type of fluid you use for your hydraulic pump. I’m assuming hydraulic fluid. I have heard people put power steering fluid and even ATF which I’m not comfortable putting that in but I thought I would ask since my fluid is clear in the pump now thanks.
Why did Ford use a different fluid form?
As far why they used a different fluid form factory it was probably a cost cutting measure.