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1961 Ford Thunderbird Convertible

The Thunderbird convertible maintained the car's luxury sports image in 1961, offering power-operated top and premium appointments that justified its premium price.
1X73Z142062
8 Cyl. 390 (4-V Police)
Engine
Convertible
Body
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Ford Thunderbird

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code X Unknown Plant
Model Code 73 Thunderbird
Engine Code Z 8 Cyl. 390 (4-V Police)
Serial Number 142062 Production #142062

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1961
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine8 Cyl. 390 (4-V Police)
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower330 HP
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Plant CodeX
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%