This regulation first applied to vehicles in 1978, when the average wasġ8.0 mpg. Of the 1973 Arab Oil Embargo and the fuel shortage it caused. Was first enacted by Congress in 1975, and was intended to improve theĪverage fuel economy of vehicles sold in the United States, as a result The Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) regulation for the United States Has been the most popular body style ever, and the Bird will never again We hope to push back from the gate on time, soĭon't delay your purchase of the last mid-sized T-bird of the decade. First class passengers may begin the boarding process immediately at Lower Bodyside Protection option introduced that added a clear vinylĭecal along bottom of car (on top of paint finish) to better protect againstĪttention all passengers.Thunderbird Flight 1979 is now boarding at Gateħ9. Carburetor on base 302 CID V-8 modified to provide better performanceĦ. Door and ignition locks modified to improve theft protection.ĥ. Electronic voltage regulator introduced as standard equipment.Ĥ. Standard interior upgraded to include fold-down center armrest for frontģ. Spoiler added under front bumper to improve engine cooling and fuelĢ. Style, making it the most popular in the history of the line.ġ. 955,032 Thunderbirds were built during the three year cycle of this body 1979 would be the final year for the Ford LTD II-based mid-sized Thunderbird. (22.0 on standard 351 V-8 California model, 27.5 (16.8 with Inflatable Spare tire)įuel Tank: 21.0 gals. Note: 5.8L (351 CID) required in California or with High Altitude Emissions System above) Model 87/Style 60H Town Landau $8,994 Weight: 4,104 Built: (incl. Model 87/Style 60H Thunderbird $5,999 Weight: 4,082 Built: (incl. TOP LINE: BODY CODE/MODEL NAME/BASE PRICE I'll make the car available to anyone who may want an inspection service check the car.1979 Ford Thunderbird Production Numbers/SpecificationsĬanada: 1,752 (144 built during calendar year 1978) I haven't had that done since they're minor and don't really show.Īnyone is welcome to come test drive the car prior to the auction ending. There are three small door dings in the car that could be removed by a pointless dent remover. I have all documentation for the car, including the window sticker, purchase documents and a complete owner history. The car has been garaged it's whole life thus the tires don't have any dry rot or cracking. They're older but they're in great shape. This car doesn't need any mechanical work at all. All fluids are fresh and the car has had a recent tune up. The car runs and drives and brakes great. the air conditioning is still R12 and it blows nice and cold. The windows, door locks, cruise, power moonroof all work like new. All power accessories work as they should except the clock. The vinyl top is in like new condition as is the interior and the leather dash. This car retains it's original paint which is in great condition. There were a small number that were built late in the year in white with blue or red interior and top. Most Heritages for 1979 were burgundy or light blue. This is a rare 1979 Thunderbird Heritage.
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