VIN: 6Y87A121054 | 44 Miles | Original and Unrestored

This is our 1976 Ford Thunderbird, finished in its factory Light Blue (paint code 3S) over White leather upholstery with Blue accents (trim code KQ), complemented by a contrasting White vinyl roof and showing just 44 miles. Preserved in its original, unrestored condition, this example represents an exceptionally low-mileage survivor of Ford's full-size personal luxury coupe. Having spent much of its life in storage at a Ford dealership in Jackson, Michigan, that eventually closed, this Thunderbird has remained remarkably well preserved, retaining its original factory configuration and finishes. Its original window sticker remains displayed in the passenger-side window, documenting an original manufacturer's suggested retail price of $8,930.

First introduced in 1955, the Ford Thunderbird evolved from a two-seat personal luxury automobile into one of America's most recognizable luxury-oriented coupes. By the 1970s, the Thunderbird had become a substantial grand touring automobile, emphasizing comfort, distinctive styling, and luxury appointments. The 1976 model year marked the final year of the sixth-generation Thunderbird, which shared its underlying platform with the Lincoln Continental Mark IV. For 1977, Ford introduced a substantially smaller Thunderbird, making the 1976 model the last of the traditionally full-size examples.

Powered by its original 460-cubic-inch (7.5-liter) V8 engine, paired with Ford's SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission, this Thunderbird reflects the emphasis on effortless highway cruising that characterized American personal luxury automobiles of the era. Its long hood, distinctive front grille, concealed headlamps, and formal roofline give the model a commanding presence, while its spacious interior was designed around comfort and convenience.

According to its original window sticker, VIN 6Y87A121054 was assembled at Ford's Wixom, Michigan, facility and originally designated for Oakley-Keesee Ford Inc. of Memphis, Tennessee. The sticker documents a base price of $7,790, with $861 in factory options and $279 in transportation and handling, bringing the original MSRP to $8,930.

Factory equipment includes SelectAire air conditioning, power windows, power steering, power front disc brakes, and a vinyl roof with distinctive opera windows. Additional options listed on the original window sticker include an AM/FM stereo radio, power driver's seat, power door locks, tilt steering wheel, and tinted glass.

What distinguishes this particular Thunderbird is its remarkable preservation and exceptionally limited use. According to its current owner, the car spent an extended period at a Ford dealership in Jackson, Michigan, which subsequently closed. When acquired by its current owner, the Thunderbird displayed just 15 miles, and it has since accumulated only 29 additional miles, bringing the current odometer reading to 44 miles.

The vehicle remains 100% original and unrestored, retaining its factory finishes, equipment, and components. Its factory Light Blue exterior (3S) is complemented by White leather upholstery with Blue accents (KQ) and a contrasting White vinyl roof. These factory color and trim codes are documented on the vehicle's identification label, reinforcing the originality of its distinctive color combination. The original factory window sticker remains displayed in the passenger-side window, providing an unusually well-preserved record of the car's original specifications and equipment.

The owner notes an area of rust on the front splash guard, which is the only known condition concern reported. This imperfection has been left unaddressed, consistent with the vehicle's unrestored condition.

With just 44 miles indicated, its history of long-term dealership storage, original window sticker, and exceptionally preserved presentation, this 1976 Ford Thunderbird represents a remarkable surviving example of the final full-size generation of Ford's personal luxury coupe. Its originality offers collectors an opportunity to appreciate the design, materials, and character of a 1970s American luxury automobile in a condition seldom encountered today.