Name: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
Brand: Ford
Price: 140000 AED
Availability: InStock

Explore this 1956 Ford Thunderbird with CRU's transparent assessment of condition, collectibility, rarity and originality. View details and all-inclusive UAE pricing.

AED 140,000

1956 Ford Thunderbird — primary vehicle image

Status: Available

USA

The first-generation Thunderbird is one of the most iconic American cars of the 1950s. Introduced as Ford's answer to the Chevrolet Corvette, it combined sporty styling with comfort, luxury, and V8 performance. Today, the two-seat "Baby Birds" are among the most recognizable and collectible American classics, prized for their elegant design and strong enthusiast following. This 1956 Ford Thunderbird has remained with the same owner since the late 1970s and is powered by a 312 V8 paired with a desirable 3-speed manual transmission with overdrive. The car runs and drives and retains many of the features collectors appreciate, including its factory-style fuel and vacuum wiper system, original wheels and hubcaps, factory Continental Kit, original jack, and additional spare parts. Finished in its factory AE paint code, signifying Raven Black with a White hardtop, the Thunderbird presents in a timeless and highly desirable color combination. The interior is exceptionally well preserved, retaining its factory bench seat, original gauge cluster, original clock, and manual windows. The chrome, glass, and brightwork all appear to be in very good condition, contributing to the car's strong overall presentation. A beautifully maintained example of Ford's legendary two-seat Thunderbird, offering classic V8 motoring, period-correct features, and excellent long-term ownership history.

Specifications

CRU Reference: 2026-0005
Engine: 312 V8
Transmission: 3 Speed Manual With Overdrive
Exterior Colour: Raven Black
Interior: Two Tone - Red and White
Mileage: 78,294 Miles (Unverified)
Fuel: Gasoline

Curated by CRU Research Desk

CRU Collector Assessment

Condition 8/10: Excellent; Well-presented, running and driving example with a highly preserved interior and strong overall presentation.
Collectibility 8/10: Highly Desirable; First-generation Thunderbirds remain among the most desirable and recognizable American classics.
Rarity 6/10: Very Rare; Less common than many 1950s American cars, though not a low-production special variant.
Originality 8/10: Exceptionally Original; Retains many factory features, specifications, and period-correct components.

Scores reflect CRU's assessment based on available information, seller representations, and supplied documentation. They are not guarantees of condition or value.

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