1967 Ford Thunderbird “Q-Code" Four-Door Landau

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

In 1967, Ford introduced a bold redesign of the Thunderbird, highlighted by the addition of the four-door Landau sedan. This new model stood out with its unique forward-opening “suicide” rear doors, which incorporated part of the roof, providing a distinctive look and practical access to both front and rear compartments. The Landau featured exclusive styling elements such as a padded vinyl roof and gleaming "S" bars on the C-pillar, enhancing its luxury appeal. Inside, the car offered full-width seating for five passengers and interiors designed for elegance and comfort, with options for tufted upholstery in luxurious cloth, vinyl, or distinctive leather, complemented by simulated wood-grain appliqués and deep, loop-pile carpeting.

For those seeking power, the Thunderbird offered a range of engine options, including the formidable 428 cu-in V8 "Q-code" engine, capable of delivering 345 horsepower. This engine provided a thrilling driving experience, whether paired with a manual transmission or Ford’s new SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission. The Thunderbird’s exterior design featured full-width grilles, hidden headlights, and full-width taillights, adding to its striking presence on the road.

Highlights 

• Originally optioned with the “Q-Code” 428 cu-in Thunderbird Special V8 with 345 horsepower 

• Four-Door Landau version, the first year available 

• Upgraded electronic sequential rear turn signals 

• According to notes from the consignor major rebuild in 2012 included the following: 

  • Camshaft, lifters, timing components, rings, rod and main bearings, oil pump, most pistons, and flywheel were replaced 

  • Reworked cylinder heads 

  • Installation of a new water pump 

  • AC upgraded to R134A with a new compressor 

  • The body was reworked and repainted with the chrome trim removed 

  • Replacement vinyl top 

  • Recovered seats 

  • Replacement headliner 

  • New carpets installed 

• During ownership the following items have been replaced with rebuilt units by the consignor: 

  • Steering box 

  • Power steering pump 

  • Alternator 

  • Starter 

  • Distributor   

• The chassis number (7Y84Q102373) decodes as: 

  • 7 - 1967 

  • Y - Built at Wixom, Michigan plant 

  • 84 - Thunderbird Four-Door Landau 

  • Q - 428-4V V8 Engine 

  • 102373 - Serial Number of this Ford scheduled for production at Wixom 

• According to its Marti Report the trim tag decodes its original build specification as: 

  • Body - 57B - Thunderbird Four-Door Landau 

  • Color - Z - Sauterne Gold Paint, Ford 1915-A 

  • Trim - 8A - Black Cloth/Vinyl Bucket Seats 

  • Date - 21K - Scheduled for build 21 October 1966 

  • D.S.O. - 71 - Los Angeles 

  • Axle - Q1 - 3.00 Conventional Rear Axle 

  • Transmission - U C-6 Select Shift Automatic Transmission 

Features 

• According to its Marti Report this Thunderbird was equipped from new with the following: 

  • Black vinyl roof 

  • Closed crankcase emission system 

  • Exhaust emission control 

  • Convenience control panel 

  • 8.15x15-4 ply rated black sidewall tires 

  • Power side windows 

  • Power driver seat 

  • Automatic trunk lid release 

  • Speed control 

  • Air conditioner - SelectAire 

  • AM/8-track stereo radio 

  • Power antenna 

  • Tinted glass 

  • Styled steel wheel covers 

  • Heavy duty suspension 

Known Imperfections 

• Carburetor needs primed after sitting for extended period 

• Minor oil leak  

• Crack in dash pad  

• Wood panel appliqué on dash cracking  

• Courtesy light on dash needs cover  

• Stereo speakers need replaced  

• Scratches on trunk lid  

• Light “Grandpa scrape” on right rear quarter panel-doesn’t show in pictures  

• Controller for headlight doors inoperative-open and close by moving vacuum tubing.  

• Heater control needs replaced.  Control of air to floor, dash vents, defroster is done with moving vacuum hoses under the hood. 

• AC needs to be plugged in under hood also, but blows cold.  

• Rear windows inoperative  

• Small paint bubbles near right rear wheel and door  

• Miscellaneous small paint chips  

• Windshield recently replaced, but other glasses have scratches 

• The air shocks on the rear bleed off after a day or so 

Included 

• Digital Marti Report 

• Spare 

• 1967 Thunderbird Wiring Diagram Manual 

• Original stereo 

• Assorted minor spare parts 

• Receipts documenting the restorative work 

Ownership History

According to the accompanying Marti Report this “Q-Code" Thunderbird Four-Door Landau was originally sold to a dealer in Southern California. The consignor notes that spent time in California and Florida before locating it in Oklahoma. Under the consignor’s care the care the car received a “major overhaul, not a complete rebuild, when I got the car in 2012.” This Thunderbird is now located in Webb City, Missouri with 82,595 miles.