1962 Ford Thunderbird Roadster (1/25) (fs)
"Modern era tooling. First issue 2000."
The Thunderbird was redesigned for 1961 with sleeker styling that gave the car a distinctively bullet-like appearance. A new engine, the 390 cu in (6.4 L) FE V8, was the standard and only engine initially offered in the Thunderbird. The V8 produced 300 horsepower and was mated to a 3-speed automatic transmission. The new Thunderbird was immediately well received with 73,051 sold for 1961.The design continued thru the 1962 model year with few changes except engine options like the three two-barrel Holley carburetors. Also 1962 saw the introduction of the Sports Roadster package with 48-spoke Kelsey-Hayes designed wire wheels and a special fiberglass tonneau cover for the rear seats which gave the car the appearance of a two-seat roadster like the original Thunderbird. Both new options for 1962 are included in this kit.
