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Other supporting parts like an aluminum radiator, three-link rear suspension and the upgraded brakes round things out. 390 CI V-8, Custom Build by Rick Dore, Featured in Custom Rodder Magazine. A remote oil filter setup is installed, along with an Accusump oil accumulator. The seller says the engine runs well, and sporting parts like a hot cam, headers, a Pertronix electronic ignition and a Holley 672 carb. Not much of the 390ci FE V8 is visible, but what’s shown does seem to be fairly clean and tidy. Gauges are are a custom set, and the trunk contains a fuel cell accessed by a large quick-access cap on the exterior. The seats feature headrests fitted to the silver painted roll bar setup, and a five-point harness is also mentioned. An exterior mirror is fitted in the center of the dash just behind low screens, and the Hurst shifter operates a Borg-Warner T10 4-speed. The interior is an interesting space with the dash and center console both preserved in terms of their factory form, but with little else left untouched. Keen eyes will also spot the red brake calipers of a C5-generation Corvette up front, and they’re said to be present at all four corners as well. Wheels are model 427s by American Racing, and suspension is lowered by way of coilovers all around. The front end has also given up the original ornate grille, and any form of bumper over riders have been deleted as well. More body modifications include the bubbled hood, which is made of fiberglass like the front and rear fenders. Doors have been shaved clean of their triple slanted vent trim pieces, but a different, functional set have been added just a bit further forward. Other changes include a dropped ride height and custom fiberglass flared rear fenders, along with dual side dump exhaust pipes. Photos are a bit on the blurry side which makes getting a good read on things tough, but paint is said to be in good shape, and displays a nice shine here. A 1963 Ford Thunderbird that Jimmy Posey of Big Oak Garage has been working on for a couple of years.He started out by winning it at The Shades Of The Past.

#Custom 1963 ford thunderbird full#

The seller describes the exterior paint color as British Racing Green, punctuated by a couple of white number rounds front and rear. The Ford Thunderbird is an American icon, but the Full Custom Garage team thought they could improve upon the legendary design. Find it here on Craigslist in Greenville, South Carolina for $29,500 $41,500 or trade for a Light Sport Category aircraft. A custom rear tonneau to cover the rather large gap between the seats and the rear bulkhead would really improve the overall look, but as-is this interesting, unusual custom seems to be headed firmly in a the right direction. Other details include a full cage with beefy NASCAR-style side intrusion bars, five-point harnesses, and custom gauges in the original dash. A few half-baked details aside, the car looks like a high-quality build and should be loads of fun with the 390 rumbling through headers and sidepipes. Check them out for more details!ĭo you want to see your company here? Click here for more info about how you can advertise your business on Kustomrama.This 1963 Ford Thunderbird packs a 390 FE and a 4-speed under customized roadster bodywork, and to go with the looks, “race-oriented function” comes courtesy of a three-link rear end, C5 Corvette brakes, a fuel cell, QA1 coilovers and more. It doesn't have to be though now with auto glass specialist companies like They can source OEM or OEM-equivalent glass for older makes/models which will ensure a proper fit every time. SunTec Auto Glass - Auto Glass Services on Vintage and Classic Carsįinding a replacement windshield, back or side glass can be a difficult task when restoring your vintage or custom classic car. Please get in touch with us at if you have additional information or photos to share about Kustomrama Marketplace Featured Ad 1103 - 1963 Ford Thunderbird Custom. Do you know someone who would enjoy this article? Click here to forward it.Ĭan you help us make this article better?.

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