1956 Ford Thunderbird Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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In 1956, the car Ford created to take on the Chevy Corvette was made ready for true battle. A 312-ci V-8 was added as an option to the 1956 Ford Thunderbird, capable of achieving 215 horsepower. The standard engine remained a 292-ci V-8 rated at 193 horsepower.
Ford produced 15,631 Thunderbirds for 1956, down slightly from the 16,155 produced in 1955. A popular car to restore due to its clean lines and interior creature comforts, the 1956 models remain in great demand. It went from 0-60 in 7.5 seconds in 1956, and with the proper car can still achieve these numbers today.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1956 Ford Thunderbird
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by Anonymous
Jul 09, 2020
Price was reasonable compared to many ads for T-birds, Would like more info on the listed vehicle; summary of repairs & restoration work. Jul 09, 2020
by John K
Jul 09, 2020
With the continental kit it has more room than a 55 T-Bird, but is shorter than a 57.Jul 09, 2020
by Steve W
Dec 19, 2007
This Car Is Almost Identical To My Grandpa's 56 Same Color And
Everything And My Gramps Car Is Just As Amazing As This One. The Car
Has Both The Convertable Soft Top And The Hard Top.Dec 19, 2007
User rating:
by Anonymous
Jul 09, 2020
Price was reasonable compared to many ads for T-birds, Would like more info on the listed vehicle; summary of repairs & restoration work. Jul 09, 2020
by John K
Jul 09, 2020
With the continental kit it has more room than a 55 T-Bird, but is shorter than a 57.Jul 09, 2020
by Steve W
Dec 19, 2007
This Car Is Almost Identical To My Grandpa's 56 Same Color And
Everything And My Gramps Car Is Just As Amazing As This One. The Car
Has Both The Convertable Soft Top And The Hard Top.Dec 19, 2007
by Anonymous
Mar 01, 2007
After 50 years I was finally able to find a 1956 Baby Bird that I could afford. Slightly modified (Mustang 302 V8, C4 Automatic and Mustang dual power assist brake booster, Vintage air heat/air conditioning). A little hard to steer because previous owner didn't know how to install power steering pump with alternator and air cond compressor. Car rides smooth handles well (except could use a faster steering box gear ratio).
Just a little hard to get into (low roof lines make you bend your head to get in) but once in there is quite a lot of head, shoulder and leg room. It still is a crwod pleaser for young, middle and older age groups. Too bad I had to wait so long. I like it better than the 1968 Shelby GT350 convertible I previously owned. This one had hard & ssoft tops and only enough room for 2 or 3. Too bad Ford made new T'bird closer to 54 Covette in looks (rounded front headlights/fenders). They probably would sell more if they were closer to original Baby Birds in looks.Mar 01, 2007
1956 Ford Thunderbird Pricing
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