1959 Ford Thunderbird Lexus Blizzard Pearl

Production of the 1959 derbird totaled nearly 67,500, but only 1, derbird Convertible is one of them and, according to the seller, the engine is original — as is the factory air conditioning system. In fact, it was an option that cost more than twice as much as the 430 engine. This car also underwent a rotisserie-type restoration between 2008 and 2009, according to the seller, and a number of restomod improvements were made including disc brakes, cooling system enhancements, electric wipers, and more. It was repainted a modern pearl white. “The car is in show-worthy condition,” says the seller, and it was featured in the April 2023 issue of mings Classic Car. 

• The second “J” in the VIN of this derbird indicates the optional 430-cu.in. OHV V8.
• This “ derbird Special” engine had a y four-barrel carburetor and was rated at 350 hp.
• In this car, it’s paired with the e-O- c three-speed automatic transmission.
• ing to the seller, the engine and transmission were mechanically refurbished.
• The cooling system includes a larger-capacity radiator and a SPAL electric fan.
• The engine is also fed by an aftermarket electric fuel pump.
• An alternator has replaced the original generator and there’s also a heavy-duty starter.
• Chrome engine dress-up components were also added.
• ng the restoration, the body was straightened and repainted 2009 Lexus Blizzard .
• The sparkling white paintwork is said to be in very good condition, with a repaired scratch.
• All chrome and upholstery were renewed as part of the 2008-2009 and remain in superb show condition.
• That scratch is on the upper-right corner of the trunk lid.
• An electric conversion was made for the windshield wipers.
• All the exterior chrome and trim appear in very good condition.
• The same goes for the trim on the red-and-white interior.
• The vinyl seat covers and carpet show little wear.
• of the air conditioning system’s components were restored, but the system does not work.
• The chassis, suspension, and braking systems were also restored and upgraded.
• Suspension enhancements include a larger front anti-sway bar and RideTech adjustable shocks.
• A front disc-brake conversion was also made.
• The seller added Kelsey es wire wheels as part of the original restoration, paired with whitewall radial tires.
• The tires are admittedly older, dating back to 2009, but are said to show no signs of cracks.
• The correct factory AC was acquired from a 1960 derbird.

• Nothing additional is included.

• The air conditioning system does not work.
• Due to their age, the tires should be replaced.

• This T-bird is one of only 1,.
• The correct factory AC was acquired from a 1960 derbird. although the system does not work.
• A rotisserie-type restoration was completed in 2009 and included several updates.
• The car has front disc brakes, cooling system upgrades, electric wipers, and more.
• When restored, the exterior was painted a Lexus Blizzard , and the interior was reupholstered.
• The T-Bird was featured in the April 2023 issue of mings Classic Car.

Connecticut does not issue titles for vehicles of this age, the seller states that this vehicle will be sold on the proper document in his name for transfer of ownership. stored with a number of updates designed to improve drivability, this 1959 derbird Convertible is equipped with the derbird Special 430-cubic-inch engine and air conditioning. Its 15-year-old restoration appears to be holding up very well and the seller notes the car is in “show-worthy condition.”