Description

No Reserve Auction: 1971 Ford Thunderbird Landau Sedan – Restored, 429 V8, C6 Auto, Texas Title

Now available at Baldie Auctions is this beautifully presented 1971 Ford Thunderbird Landau Sedan, a rare four-door classic freshly refinished in metallic gold following its 2024 acquisition. Offered at no reserve, this Thunderbird combines luxury, muscle, and vintage American charm — perfect for collectors and enthusiasts.

Highlights & Recent Maintenance

• 429ci V8 engine paired with a C6 three-speed automatic transmission
• Engine resealed in 2024
• New flex plate, starter, fuel pump, tires, and shocks (Dec. 2024)
• Refinished in metallic gold (originally Light Goldenrod Yellow)
• Includes service records and a clean Texas title

Exterior Features

• Black Landau roof
• Distinctive rear coach doors
• Quad headlights, bright front grille, and revised side mirrors
• Dual exhaust outlets and turbine-style 15″ wheel covers
• Nexen NPriz tires (new in 2024)

Interior Equipment

• Black vinyl bench seats with woodgrain dash accents
• Power-adjustable front seat, power windows
• Vintage push-button radio
• Air conditioning (non-functional)
• Repaired door latch cable (Feb. 2025)
• Sunpro Super Tach II mounted to column
• Woodgrain instrument panel with 120-mph speedometer, clock, and auxiliary gauges
• Odometer shows 9k miles, believed to have rolled over (total mileage unknown)

Mechanical & Drivetrain

• Power is sent to the rear wheels via the C6 automatic transmission
• Power steering
• Power-assisted front disc brakes, rear drums
• Some corrosion noted on underbody components

Factory Specs (VIN/Tag Decode)

• Body: 57C – Four-door Landau sedan
• Color: O – Light Goldenrod Yellow
• Trim: 4A – Black leather and vinyl
• Axle: 2 – 2.75:1 standard differential
• Transmission: U – C6 automatic
• DSO: 56 – Davenport, Iowa

Ownership & History

• Originally registered in Minnesota
• Garage-kept, trickle charged, and not winter-driven

This 1971 Ford Thunderbird is a well-kept survivor with tasteful restoration work, desirable options, and proper maintenance. Whether you’re seeking a unique vintage cruiser or a rare collectible, this T-Bird checks all the boxes.

🚗 Order now – exclusively on Baldie Auctions – no reserve, no regrets.