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WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 26 2007 2:30:50

3548johnr

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Having gone through some, but not all, Forums it has stuck me as rather ODD that there seems to be a "LACK" of "THUNDERBIRDS" amongst our members??????
Does ANYBODY out there own a "ThunderBird", or ThunderBirds??
I`m fortunate enough to own Two of these "Fantastic" cars, one a 1965 and the other being a 1976 "Big-Bird". The later coming off the production line in June 76`. The production for this model ending July 76`, and thereby becoming the "Last of the Big-Birds". My 65` has a 352ci fitted, the 76` having the 460ci.
I`ve tried, several times, to Up-Load photos but keep getting told the file is to "Large", so folks I`ll try and get a photo of both cars up on site ASAP.
In the mean time should anyone be interested, you can "Meet My Birds" in an article published in our Magazine back a few months ago.
Should any member out there own a "T-Bird", of any year, I`d be more than "Happy" to hear from you and if possible would ask if you`d post a few pics.

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 26 2007 3:29:05

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Hello John

Nice to see you here at the forum.

I noticed a little while ago some nice T-Birds finding their way on to Ebay. Some of the early sixties cars seem to represent pretty good value.

I noticed this later, Blown Bird on Ebay. It's only up the road, might have a peep

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/1993-FORD-THUNDERBIRD-3-8-SUPERCHARGED_W0QQitemZ250191908044QQihZ015QQcategoryZ18301QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 26 2007 14:59:28

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we do have a few t bird owners who turn out to the meets and shows, am sure you will meet some on your travels. i will move it into t bird section as this is for 96 post motors and hope you get some more owners come on too.

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 26 2007 21:13:41

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Hi there dj, I do apologise for placing the article in the wrong place, it was due in part to the time I was on line and to having yet another Busy day etc. SO SORRY, and "THANK YOU" in advance for your moving it to the Correct place.

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 26 2007 22:36:51

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Hi there Buddy, and "Thanks" for the Welcome.
Yep the 60s T-Bird models are "Value for Money" and do Catch the EYE of many a passer-by, as does the 76` "Big-Bird".
Let me know if you do get to see the 93` model.

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 26 2007 22:54:38

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Looks an interesting car for sure John.

But the Missus is polishing her rolling pin mate, so I better think hard

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 27 2007 21:16:24

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We have a 1989 3.8 V6 supercharged thunderbird its in the garage being restored at the minute (pictures posted by oz in been to see MK reps today in main discusion)

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 28 2007 15:42:49

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hey pop im starting to envy you as you have the 2 t-birds. as you know i love them both and love it when they are outside MY house but you know that anyway. im still gonna get one but dont know if i want a 65 or a 76. both are beautiful and turn MY head no matter how much i see them

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 28 2007 22:10:46

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Now "My Boy" no need to decide which T-Bird you may get in the future, if they are the car you want, as you`ve plenty of time.
I thought you were interested more in the "Knight Rider" style of car, than a "T-Bird"????
No need to Envy my cars, Son, as you know you`re more than "Welcome" to drive either one at Any Time.
LUV 2 ALL - Pop

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Nov. 28 2007 22:24:27

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Hi again Buddy.
Which car do you mean, is it the 65` or the 76`???
Both have their own points of interest, as you`ll know from the article/pics sent, this is why I keep changing my mind as to which one I`d sell/P.X etc.
On top of which my "Missus" keeps changing her mind on which she ( "IN/DOORS-Who must be OBEYED") prefers????
Aint the "So-Called" weaker sex incredible? We "Can`t live Wiv Em + Can`t live Wiv Out Em".
Don`t tell the "Missus" I said that Barry, or you won`t be the only one dodging a "Rolling-Pin"

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Dec. 1 2007 16:08:46

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hey pop thanx for that i just hope that when i get to 42 i look as good as the 65 does. hope to see you soon mate

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Dec. 7 2007 7:07:09

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I haven't seen any thunderbirds lately...

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Dec. 10 2007 6:28:59

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Hello tracy34ukf.
Meant to post a "THANK YOU" before now, for your reply and the photo. Look forward to any up dates you may have on the restoration work.

Hi to you Kerpal also.
I`d not noticed any T-Birds until after buying mine, but found them to be a little "Thin on the GROUND" at the shows attended in 2007. I`d say the total amount of these cars I`ve seen total less than 20?? Bye the way, I had a look at your "BLOG" and like it a lot Buddy. If you`d care to send me your Email address I`d be only to pleased to send you a few Web Sites, ALL "FORD" related, that may be of interest to you, that`s if you`ve not been on them already.

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Dec. 14 2007 17:31:38

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Got to admit I have not seen much of the T Bird club for at least a couple of years, used to have a great Stand at the Nationals.

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Jan. 8 2008 11:50:06

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Here's one the fella has been punting for months -

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Stunning-1978-Ford-Thunderbird_W0QQitemZ270201781456QQihZ017QQcategoryZ18301QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Feb. 5 2008 20:31:57

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Hi Barry.
Nice looking motor, but Not for me.
Decided I`m selling the 76` Big-Bird in order to concerntrate on the 65` Bird.
Talk with you again soon Buddy

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Feb. 26 2008 22:29:40

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hi jon ive still got my 64 over in mk hope to see you a t billing soon hows the 65 going?

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RE: WHERE have ALL the "BIRDS" Gone - Feb. 27 2008 23:19:35

fjmods

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Hey looks like a T Bird convention going on here !!

Sorry John missed your post !