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1960 Ford Thunderbird

VIN: 84734174057
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Oct 11, 2025
Gallery Aaldering
Lawndale, California, USA
85,447 mi TMU
Automatic
LHD
Original & Highly Original
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About this 1960 Ford Thunderbird

VIN: 84734174057

Gallery Aaldering: Europe’s Largest Classic Car Dealer Since 1975.

Our family-owned business has been dedicated to sourcing and offering the finest classic cars in the world. Today, we proudly present over 450 high-quality classics in stock, making us the biggest dealer in Europe. What you see on [website hidden] is only a small selection. Our full collection awaits at our dealer site. With worldwide shipping, regular sales to the USA, and nearly 50 years of expertise, Gallery Aaldering is your trusted partner in finding and enjoying the car of your dreams.

In 1958, Ford made a turning point with its well-known Thunderbird. This model was truly popular in the luxury two-seater sports car segment. Ford had the model completely redesigned to seat four passengers inside. What was the result? The Thunderbird grew in size and became significantly larger than its predecessors, with the bodywork manufactured in the new Lincoln factory in Wixom, Michigan. The brand-new model also benefited from many convenient and luxurious details. There were now two different models: a coupé and a convertible with an electrically operated roof. The convertible used the mechanism that was developed for the Ford Skyliner, featuring a folding hardtop, albeit with a vinyl soft-top. Ford reportedly considered making a folding hardtop, like the Skyliner, but rumours suggest that this apparently was not economically feasible.
 
Naturally, changes bring both positive and negative reactions. The true purists criticised the move of the T-Bird to a higher market segment, but the customers who actually bought the cars responded positively to the changes. This was also clearly noticeable in the sales figures. These almost doubled, and Motor Trend magazine chose the new Thunderbird as the Car of the Year 1958.
 
The models of 1959 almost exceeded expectations, as sales figures rose to just under 70,000 units. The last year of the second-generation Thunderbird was 1960, and the Thunderbird then received an update. Ford installed a new grille, triple tail lights, and from now on, a metal sliding roof was optionally available. Sales continued to increase, reaching over 90,000 units. In fact, this sales record for the Thunderbird continued at the same numbers until the introduction of a less expensive, downsized version in 1977.
 
We are excited to be able to offer such a beautiful Ford Thunderbird at Gallery Aaldering, including sought-after options like air conditioning. What a lovely rear end with those beautiful tail lights, and although we always believe that the first examples are the most beautiful, we must admit that the modifications make this Thunderbird very attractive. What do you think?
 
This Thunderbird dates from July 1, 1960, made in Michigan, USA. The first owner ordered this Thunderbird in the colour Royal Burgundy Metallic with a black leather interior; the colour combination that the car still has today. This Ford is in a neat condition, both the exterior, interior, and mechanically. We would best describe the exterior as being neat, with beautiful chrome work and windows in good condition. Additionally, the bodywork looks well-maintained. The soft-top is also in good order.
 
Inside, we encounter very nice authentic upholstery. The leather shows signs of use, but still looks beautiful. We love this period of American cars, and the entire interior exudes an early 1960s aura. The dashboard, together with the controls, are in great condition. Sturdily built, as we are accustomed to from Ford, and beautifully designed.
 
Under the hood, everything looks well-maintained, and when we turn the key, the V8 engine with 300 hp produces a wonderful sound. The automatic transmission performs its function properly, and driving this Thunderbird takes us straight back to the fantastic sixties of the last century.
 
Are you interested in this beautiful Ford Thunderbird Convertible? Please contact us; we are happy to assist you. You are welcome at Gallery Aaldering in Brummen. The international export of our vehicles is also possible. Please ask for our terms and conditions.

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CMB $23,833
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There are 386 Ford Thunderbird for sale across all model years (1955 to 2005) and variants, 32 are 2nd Gen and 12 are model year 1960 . There were 140 2nd Gen sold in the last 5 years.

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1960 Ford Thunderbird

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6865 mi TMU
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1960 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

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6865 mi 61k mi TMU
Manual transmission Automatic
LHD steering LHD
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Year
1960
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
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Model Trim
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Engine
352ci V8 (Y-Code)
Transmission
Automatic
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Mileage
85,447 mi TMU
VIN
84734174057
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Convertible
Doors
2 Doors
Driver Side
Left Hand Drive
Ext. Color Group
Burgundy
Int. Color Group
Black

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