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1961 Ford Thunderbird High Performance 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.
1Y73Z101277
390 CID High Performance V8
Engine
Convertible
Body
Wixom, MI
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Ford Thunderbird High Performance

VIN Breakdown

PositionValueDecoded
Year Code 1 1961
Plant Code Y Wixom, MI
Model Code 73 Thunderbird High Performance
Engine Code Z 390 CID High Performance V8
Serial Number 101277 Production #101277

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird High Performance
Year1961
Body StyleConvertible
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
EraMuscle Car Era

Engine & Details

Engine390 CID High Performance V8
Cylinders8
Displacement390 CID
Horsepower330 HP
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Carburetor4 BC
TransmissionM & A
Assembly PlantWixom, MI
Plant CodeY
Pattern SourceFord
Confidence95%