Does Gateway Classic Cars Negotiate?

Gateway Classic Cars offers high quality vehicles at market prices. With over 25 years selling classics and exotics, we have a very good understanding of the market values and conditions. We are reasonably priced. Please call our local staff in one of the 20-showrooms to discuss a vehicle you are interested in.

What Is The Best Site To Buy Classic Cars?

With thousands of classic and exotic vehicles to choose from, Gateway Classic Cars is the world's best classic car sales company. Whether you are looking for a cruising convertible, or the rumble of a Motor City muscle car, Gateway Classic Cars has the right vehicle for you. We bring in 75-100 classics and exotics into our inventory weekly.

Who is the Largest Classic Car Company?

Gateway Classic Cars is the world's largest classic car dealer network. With 20-showrooms and nearly 3906 classics and exotics for sale every day, you will always find one that you will fall in love with.

Where Can I Find Classic Cars Online?

Gatewayclassiccars.com showcases thousands of showroom quality classic cars and trucks available for sale. Our inventory ranges from the early years of automotive history to the instant classic restomod muscle cars. Our vehicles are as unique as you are -- Visit our site to find your next dream car!

Why Should I Buy A Classic Car?

Classic cars take us back to the era of our youth and innocence! To when our dad's drove trucks to get to work, our moms drove the station wagon to take us to ball game practices; when our uncles bragged about their racing prowess from engines and cars they built. Buying a classic car is a very personal process. The reasons for buying one can vary widely, but each classic car is an extension of its owner. Ask yourself: Do you prefer to cruise with the top down? Are you a top fuel fanatic? Are you a hot rodder? Check out www.gatewayclassiccars.com and cruise through our inventory and see which classic car connects with you!

Are Classic Cars Good Investments?

With an increase in global demand for classic cars, their values, in many instances, have more than doubled in recent years. Please call our consultants in one of our showrooms across the United States and discuss your investment strategy on classic cars and trucks.

Is It Worth It To Buy A Classic Car?

Do you like the nostalgia of your youth? Then - yes. If classic car collection is part of your wealth building, then -- yes. If you want to diversify your investment portfolio with classic cars, then the answer is -- yes. Do you love cruising in that cool convertible? Like people waving at you or giving you a thumbs up? Then - yes.

How Much Does Gateway Classic Cars Charge?

They do not charge a Seller a Consignment Fee.

How Much Does It Cost To Sell A Classic Car?

Gateway Classic Cars has zero consignment fees. If you are considering selling a classic car, Gateway Classic Cars has the unmatched marketing program to get you top dollar for your classic and no auction or consignment fees!

Does Gateway Classic Cars Take Trade Ins?

We are always looking for quality trades. Contact one of our showrooms for details about our process.

Does Gateway Classic Cars Finance?

We work with many third-party financial companies. Visit https://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/financing for additional information.

How does the consignment process work?

Gateway Classic Cars has a dedicated consignment team that works personally with each customer based on their needs and wants. You, the consignor, would tell us how much $$$ you want to make on your unique vehicle. We add a reasonable profit above that. You would bring your vehicle to one of our 20 climate-controlled showrooms to sign up your vehicle. We would then take pictures, produce a professional video and a detailed write up of your vehicle. We advertise your vehicle on our website along with top tier automotive partner sites. When your vehicle sells, you then receive the agreed upon amount. We strive to get the best value for your vehicle. If you are interested in selling your vehicle with us, please call us at 866-332-1191. Our trained staff can answer all your questions.

Where Is Gateway Classic Cars Located?

Currently Gateway Classic Cars has 20 showrooms across the continental United States. Our corporate headquarters is in O'Fallon, IL and we reach as far west as Las Vegas and Scottsdale, and as far east as New Jersey and Charlotte, NC. Find the showroom closest to you by visiting https://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/contact

1956 Ford Thunderbird For Sale - STL7718

312 CID V8 2 Speed Automatic

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Manual Convertible Top

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Power Brakes

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Power Steering

Power Windows

Seatbelts White Walls

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Stock: #7718-STL
Year: 1956
Make/Model: Ford Thunderbird
Engine: 312 CID V8
Transmission: 2 Speed Automatic
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: White
Odometer Reading: 36,092

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We are excited to offer for sale in our Gateway Classic Cars Saint Louis Showroom this first generation Ford Thunderbird. The Ford Thunderbird began life in February 1953 in direct response to Chevrolet's new sports car, the Corvette. Production of the Thunderbird began later on in 1954 on September 9 with the car beginning sales as a 1955 model on October 22, 1954 and sold exceptionally well in its first year; outselling theCorvette by more than 23-to-one for 1955 with 16,155 Thunderbirds sold against 700 Corvettes. With the Thunderbird considered a success, a few changes were made to the car for 1956. The most notable change was moving the spare tire to a continental-style rear bumper in order to make more storage room in the trunk and a new 12-volt electrical system.

You'll be happy to hear that this low (actual) mileage classic Thunderbird has been held by the same family for nearly three decades and was stored for most of that time. The interior and body were repainted in 2016, but these are still the original panels, engine, and interior components. The smooth drive of one of Ford's most beautiful designs is a standard 312 cu in (5.1 L) V8 that was engineered to produce 245 horsepower (183 kW).

With its classic look, colors, lines, white-wall tires, and low body, this Thunderbird is a great find and will a its next owner very proud to have and to hold onto.

To view this 1956 Ford Thunderbird in greater detail, including HD pictures and an HD video of the car running and driving just visit us online at www.gatewayclassiccars.com. For more information, please call 618-271-3000 or email

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