1969 THUNDERBIRD ENGINE OPTIONS MODS
1969 THUNDERBIRD ENGINE OPTIONS WINDOWS

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed C6 Cruise-O-Matic transmission. Fluid changes were performed by the selling dealer in preparation for the sale. The 429ci Thunder Jet V8 is equipped with a four-barrel carburetor and was factory-rated at 360 horsepower with 480 lb-ft of torque when new. The five-digit odometer shows 73k miles, with total mileage unknown. Instrumentation consists of a 120-mph speedometer, a clock, and gauges for oil pressure, fuel level, amperage, and coolant temperature.

1969 THUNDERBIRD ENGINE OPTIONS WINDOWS

Amenities include front bucket seats with power adjustability for the driver, lap belts for the front and rear occupants, a locking center console, electric windows and mirrors, a Philco AM radio, and an air conditioning system that the selling dealer notes does not blow cold. The cabin is upholstered in Ivy Gold vinyl with matching door panels, charcoal carpets, and a woodgrain-trimmed dash. Power-assisted steering and brakes were equipped as standard. Steel 15″ wheels are fitted with polished Thunderbird covers and 215/75 Hankook Optimo H724 tires. Vacuum-operated headlight covers are shown in operation in the video below. The car was finished in Light Gold (R) from the factory and features turquoise pinstriping as well as a Levant grain vinyl cover with Landau bars over its blind quarter roofline.

This fifth-generation Thunderbird is offered by the selling dealer in Florida with manufacturer’s literature, an owner card, and an Arizona title. Equipment includes a vinyl roof cover, electric windows and mirrors, a power-operated driver’s seat, air conditioning, retractable headlight covers, and a Philco AM radio. The car is finished in gold over a metallic green vinyl interior, and power is from a 429ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. Our friend Lou shares more of this 1969 Copper Ford T-Bird 429 in the video below.This 1969 Ford Thunderbird is a two-door Landau coupe that was purchased new in December 1968 in New Mexico, and was recently acquired by the selling dealer following time in Arizona.

1969 THUNDERBIRD ENGINE OPTIONS MODS

He’s a purist at heart, keeping the Thunderbirds as authentic as can be and steering clear of flashy mods like mag wheels or blowers. As the owner of an automotive shop, Kelly knows his stuff when it comes to restoring these classic beauties. While the car didn’t come with air conditioning from the factory, Kelly made sure to add it himself, and it’s done so perfectly that you’d think it rolled off the assembly line that way. This Thunderbird packs a punch with its 429 CI V8 engine, churning out a mighty 365 horsepower. But this one has defied the odds and survived the test of time, looking as original as ever. Well, it turns out that a bunch of Thunderbirds was crushed in the 80s, with their motors finding new homes in Mustangs.

Now, you might wonder why you don’t see many of these babies cruising around anymore. Kelly’s 1969 Ford Thunderbird 2 Door Landau dressed in its stunning Copper Flame Metallic paint is a head-turner, no doubt about it. He started his collection with a 4-door ’67, added a bunch of ’68s, and finally completed the set with this beauty we’re checking out today: the 1969 T-Bird 429. Life happened, and he had to let go of them, but the longing for that nostalgic feeling eventually led him back to the Thunderbirds. Under the hood, the Y-block 312 CI V-8 is assisted by a Paxton-McCulloch supercharger to deliver a robust 300 HP. Kelly Castle had a special connection to these cars since his high school days in the early 80s. Back in the day, Thunderbirds were fairly affordable, priced at around $3400.

1969 thunderbird engine options