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The standard 6.4-liter V8 was now rated at 315 horsepower alongside a newly optional 7.0-liter FE V8 offering 345 horsepower. In 1966, Ford introduced a 6.4-liter engine that provided 320 hp paired as standard with a three-speed automatic transmission. 1966 was the last year of the fourth generation Flair Bird, and its stylistic revisions were highlighted by a new egg-crate style grille with a large Thunderbird emblem at its center and a new rear fascia. The steering-column mounted gear-selector showed its position on a separate dial. The instrument cluster featured a linear speedometer and four, round, with aviation-inspired gauges for the oil-pressure, fuel-gauge, coolant temperature, and charging. Actresses Susan Sarandon and Geena Davis pose on their 1966 Ford Thunderbird, for the film 'Thelma And Louise', 1991.

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Inside, it took inspiration from the 'jet-era,' with a tilted forward-center stack where it placed the controls for the stereo and the air-conditioning unit. The 1966 Ford Thunderbird from the movie 'Thelma and Louise' is displayed during the 37th Annual Barrett-Jackson Collector Cars auction in. As a luxury convertible, the Thunderbird was available with a power-roof that was hidden behind the cabin when retracted.įord designed the Thunderbird as a personal luxury coupe, inspired by the European luxury cars. The quarter panels featured covers for the rear wheels, with a distinct chromed rim around the wheel-arch. A small central bulge enhanced the look of the, otherwise, flat surface on the flat hood. The headlights cluster mimicked an eagle's eye shape. RF 2JDGX26 A 1966 Ford Thunderbird with American flags flying from the rear at a classic car festival. Instead of the blue-oval badge, it featured a stylized bird. RM JKNJ3W 1966 Ford Thunderbird chrome spoked wheel abstract. Combined Cancer/Birth Defect WARNING This product can expose you to chemicals including Phthalates which is known to the State of California to cause cancer on birth defects or other reproductive harm. This top-grade product is expertly made in compliance with stringent industry standards to offer a fusion of a well-balanced design and high level of craftsmanship. The '66 Thunderbird (or T-Bird) featured a metallic grille with vertical slats. 1966 Ford Thunderbird Door Trim Panels, Black. Ford Thunderbird 1966, Locking Gas Cap by United Pacific®. It was more expensive than the original pony-car and offered more comfort than most cars on the market. It was built more like a luxury convertible than a sports car.

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But the Thunderbird was something different. Are you trying to find 1966 Ford Thunderbird values The Hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1966 Ford. It was the last year of manufacture for the fourth generation of the Thunderbird, but it was important for the novelties the car brought.īack in '66, the Mustang got most of the attention of the market.

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