1Y73Z137942 - Thunderbird Registry Number 1841

1961
Convertible
76A - color (blank) - 86 - 21C - 4 - 6 - PAO 8479
390 V-8
Wixom
Intact
Europe
1961 Pace Car
This is a 1961 Thunderbird Convertible. It was built as a 1961 Indianapolis 500 Pace Car. The code "PAO 8479" refers to Pre-Approved Order #8479. It has a black leather interior (86), and was scheduled for production on March 21, 1961. It has Cruise-O-Matic transmission (4) and a 3.00:1 rear axle ratio (6). As of July, 2004 it was known to be in Sidcup, Kent, England. The picture is courtesy of Dick Cantwell and Scott Fogarty. UPDATE May 2023 it was reported to be a "no sale" at the auction in Vale of White Horse, England in January 2023. (picture updated)
Paul Cabot
11/10/2002
5/22/2023
1841
1Y73Z137942