1956 Ford Thunderbird - Auction - Branson, MO - The “Early Birds” as they have become known were originally built by Ford as an answer to the Chevrolet Corvette. The 1955, ’56, and ’57 T-Birds have become some of the most collectible cars on the market. The classic styling was so advanced the cars still look good even by today’s standards. It is truly a show-stopper! This classic Early Bird is a 1956 with a 292ci V-8 and automatic transmission. Finished in gorgeous Fiesta Red, there are less than 3,000 easy miles since the complete rebuild.