Exteriors and Interiors: A total of 13 exciting body colors are available in amazing new Diamond Lustre Finish. All models come in Single Color; also in Style Tone or Conventional Two Tone color combinations except the Country Squire. Interiors are beautifully upholstered with patterned, leather-grained or new metallic vinyls, woven plastic or nylon fabrics, in colors to harmonize with exteriors. See complete selection at your Ford Dealers.
Engines: 145-hp Mileage Maker Six-223-cu. in. displ.; 3.62" bore x 3.60" stroke, 8.4 to 1 comp. ratio; regular fuel; manual choke. (For all models except Skyliner.)
Engine Features: For greater economy and longer life all engines have short-stroke, low-friction, Deep-Block design; free-turning overhead valves; Super-Filter air cleaner; full-pressure lubrication; vacuum-booster fuel pump; Full-Flow oil filter; 12-volt electrical system; Turbo-Action 18-mm. spark plugs and an exhaust system featuring a new aluminized muffler. Every V-8 engine is electronically balanced while operating under its own Power for extra smoothness. Special V-8's feature zero-lash hydraulic valve ]liters for quietness and Precision Fuel Induction for superior performance and economy.
Transmissions: 3-speed with gear ratios tailored to each. engine, or optional Overdrive with automatic 4th gear. For all engines except 332 Special V-8. New Fordomatic Drive with torque converter and simplified planetary gear set for smooth, responsive automatic 2-speed operation. In ''D" range it provides brisk, smooth starts in low. Available with all engines. Cruise-O-Matic Drive, a high-performance automatic with two selective drive ranges -smooth 3-speed operation in ''Di" range, starting in low for solid full-power getaways or 2-speed operation in "D2" range, starting in intermediate for gentle, gradual acceleration on ice, snow or loose gravel. Teams with specially tailored gas-saving rear axle ratios for " built-in" overdrive economy. Available with all V-8's.
Suspension: Smooth-acting Swept-Back, Angle-Poised, Ball-Joint front with new link-type stabilizer and variable-rate, outboardmounted rear suspension for automatic ride control.
Rear Axle: Hypoid, semi-floating type with exclusive Deep-Offset straddle-mounted pinion for quieter operation, longer life.
Steering: Magic-Circle recirculating-ball type, some as used on the Thunderbird. Lifeguard deep-center steering wheel.
Other Available Equipment: I-Rest tinted safety glass - Manually operated 4-way front seat - Dress-up package-Tee Ball fender ornaments, bright-metal darts on rear quarter panels, right sun visor, front arm rests, cigarette lighter and color-keyed steering wheel with horn ring (Custom 300 and Ranch Wagons) - Sound deadener package - Equa-Lock axle differential * Sure-Wipe 2-speed electric windshield wipers - Heavy-duty rear suspension (for wagon models) I Whitewall tires.
Prices: All Power Assists and Accessories as well as some of the items illustrated or referred to in this folder are at extra cost. For the price of the model with the equipment you desire, see your Ford Dealer.
Comparative information in this folder was obtained from authoritative sources, but is not guaranteed. The specifications contained herein were in effect at the time this folder was approved for printing. Ford division of Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue models at any time, or change specifications or design without notice and without obligation.
200-hp Thunderbird 292 V-8 (Standard V-8 on all models)-292cu. in. displ.; 3.75" bore x 3.30" stroke; 8.8 to I comp. ratio; regular fuel; low-silhouette 2-venturi carburetor, automatic choke.
225-hp Thunderbird 332 Special V-8 (Optional on all models)332-cu. in displ.; 4.00" bore x 3.30" stroke; 8.9 to 1 comp. ratio; premium fuel; low-silhouette 2-venturi carburetor, automatic choke.
300-hp Thunderbird 352 Special V-8 (Optional on all models)352-cu. in displ.; 4.00" bore x 3.50" stroke; 9.6 to 1 comp. ratio; premium fuel; low-silhouette 4-venturi carburetor, automatic choke.
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