One positive aspect here is the fact that the car does appear to be mechanically complete. If it does turn freely, then that will be a bonus. The owner doesn’t mention whether the engine even turns freely, but with the rest of the vehicle’s condition indicating that it has spent some considerable time exposed to damp, then there is a very real possibility that the engine could be locked. It isn’t clear what sort of state the vehicle’s drive-train is in.
1965 FORD THUNDERBIRD HARDTOP CONVERTIBLE FULL
This made it a full 110lbs heavier than the Hardtop, meaning that outright performance was more in line with the Thunderbird’s luxury leanings, rather than those of a sports car. By this stage, the Thunderbird Convertible had become a big, heavy car, tipping the scales at 4,762lbs. Standard fare for 1965 was the 390ci V8, 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic transmission, power steering, while for the first time, power front disc brakes were a standard feature. Add in the doors, deck lid, and the hood, and there are certainly some decent parts to be salvaged. The tinted glass looks like it’s good, and even the white power top looks like it might be okay with a clean. The external trim and chrome is almost all present, and it is either in reasonable condition or fit to be restored. So, viewing it purely from a parts perspective, it still has a bit to offer. From what we can see from the photos, the Thunderbird is lacking big-time in this area, and addressing these problems is going to cost a pretty penny. Being a Convertible, structural integrity is paramount. This is when there simply has to be some serious questions raised about the viability of this car.
The trunk pan is rotted out, while the frame rails, in particular, the rear rails, are in need of either repair or replacement. The wheel wells are showing some significant issues, while the floors are also looking pretty rotten. Like an iceberg, the majority of the issues lie sight unseen below the surface. This sort of rust doesn’t spell the end of the world, but the harsh reality is that this is merely what can be seen on the surface. They are pretty extensive, and externally, they impact upon the rear quarter panels, the rockers, and the lower sections of the front fenders. There’s no hiding the fact that the light of day reveals that the Patrician Green Thunderbird has some rust issues. With bidding now sitting at $1,225, the reserve hasn’t been met. It is located in Monroe, Wisconsin, and has been listed for sale here on eBay. It’s a pretty forlorn-looking sight, and it’s debatable as to whether this will make a viable restoration project, or whether its ultimate fate will be as a parts car. This 1965 Ford Thunderbird Convertible has spent more than half of its life stored away in a barn, but it has now been dragged out to be sold as part of an estate.
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