![]() Controls consisted of levers, knobs, dials and buttons. In short, the instrument panel was a three-dimensional, multi-layered configuration. Hanging underneath this hood were gauges and fresh-air vents along with a clock. Above the gauges was a mantle that prevented sun glare on the instrument displays. The speedometer was on a recessed panel that continued to the passenger side. The needle moved under each fixed number as the car accelerated or decelerated. Underneath large stationary numbers was a rotating drum-strip speedometer. On top and behind these golf ball gauges was a speedometer. Above and ahead of this aluminum sweep were four chrome “golf balls” that housed oil, fuel, temperature and amperage displays. Aluminum brightwork from the full-length console turned left to meet and then pass the steering column as the console ran between the seats, then ascended at an angle toward the instrument panel, becoming integrated with it. The 1964-’65 “Flair Bird” instrument panel had no allegiance to the past. The style that takes back Giglio flies throughout the interior of the Thunderbird. When an original member left, Giglio joined the group by singing tenor. The last group did the music for the Four Aces. Those days include singing with local Philly groups such as the Untouchables, the Echoes and the Cheers. “The car takes me back to younger days,” he says. The flair that Giglio appreciates from his 1964 Thunderbird is its style and looks. Giglio shares his flair at Four Aces shows, adding his own stand-up comic bits during concerts. Also like the wrestler, Giglio’s personality is devilishly brash and full of fun, and he’s always ready to spring a new surprise. He’s as buff, ruggedly handsome and fashion-conscious as pro-wrestler Rick Flair. The front grille on the ’64 ’Bird paid homage to the ’58, as did the scooped-backed headlamps.įor their crisply detailed geometric lines, the fourth-generation T-Birds have been nicknamed the “Flair Birds.” Coincidentally, Giglio has his own flair. In place was a return to sharp corners and angles. Gone, too, were the Bullet Bird’s smooth, curving lines below the greenhouse. The coupe’s wide sail panels returned to the knife-edge look that had disappeared with the 1961-’63 “Bullet Bird” Thunderbirds. Thunderbird ‘64 takes off where others leave off.The fourth-generation Thunderbird of 1964-’66 revitalized the 1958-’60 “Square Bird” look using more contemporary mid-1960s creases. ![]() Thunderbird is a product of Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan. The Ford Division of Ford Motor Company reserves the right to discontinue models at any time, or change prices, specifications, or design, without notice and without incurring obligation. ![]() The specifications were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Comparative information in this catalog was obtained from authoritative sources, but is not guaranteed. For the price of the Thunderbird with the equipment you desire, see your Ford Dealer. Prices - some items illustrated or referred to as options, optional, or available are at extra cost. Four pounds of foam cradle your body.give firm, luxurious support. The shell shape is new and scientifically contoured. (Hardtop and Landau) Comfort surrounds you The Thunderbird seat is different.dramatic. Windows rolled up, you enjoy a ride free of outside noise, the freshest air regardless of the weather. Smoke, stale air are expelled through rear outlet. Controlled stream of fresh air flows through the car. Silent-Flo Ventilation A trend-setting Thunderbird idea. Adds greater ease, even more convenience to Thunderbird travel.Light illuminates automatically when trunk lid is raised. If you choose, the seat alongside the driver reclines and the top extends to become a headrest.ĭeep-Well Trunk All-new trunk design with deep-well center section permits luggage to be loaded upright. Its glove compartment cover is elbow-high, lushly padded, to provide an arm rest for driver and companion. Thunderbird’s famous console is different. The thoughtful touch.an arm rest that folds down at the center of this seat. Rear seat passengers share an elegantly coved divan whose shoulder-high channeled backcurves gracefully forward along the sides of the car. A new speed control lets you maintain the speed you select for as long as you tomatically. You can even drive this Thunderbird without keeping your foot on the accelerator. Jet-age instrument dials replace them.show you clearly, instantly your oil pressure.and battery charge conditions. Conventional warning lights have vanished. ![]() Thunderbird’s control instruments are different.a moving beam of light - like mercury in a thermometer - records your speed. Thunderbird’s turn signal indicators are different.they’re out on the front fenders - not on the instrument panel - so you can check the indicators without taking your eyes from the road. Thunderbird’s parking brake is releases silently, automatically, when you put the car in gear.
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