{"product_id":"hot-wheels-boulevard-no-104-1986-ford-thunderbird-pro-stock","title":"Hot Wheels Boulevard No. 104 1986 Ford Thunderbird Pro Stock","description":"\u003ch3\u003eStrip-Built Muscle — Pro Stock Thunderbird\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLong, low, and built for one thing only — the quarter mile. The 1986 Ford Thunderbird starts life as a big personal luxury coupe, but in Pro Stock form it becomes something entirely different. The body stays recognisable, but underneath it is all race logic: lightweight construction, huge rear tyres, and a stance that says it is ready to launch hard and go straight. No superchargers, no shortcuts — just high-revving, naturally aspirated V8 power delivered with precision and force. This Boulevard release captures that transformation perfectly, turning a smooth cruiser into a pure drag strip machine.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Real Car\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1986 Ford Thunderbird (Pro Stock)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngine:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large-displacement naturally aspirated V8 (front-mounted)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 750–900+ kW (race specification, class dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDrivetrain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rear-wheel drive\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHighlights:\u003c\/strong\u003e Purpose-built drag racing machine; Pro Stock class rules (naturally aspirated, no forced induction); lightweight race chassis under production-style body; massive rear slicks and aggressive stance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Stock Purity\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nPro Stock drag racing has always been about extracting the absolute maximum from naturally aspirated V8 engines. With strict rules that eliminate turbochargers and superchargers, the focus shifts to engineering precision, airflow, and mechanical efficiency. The result is one of the purest forms of drag racing performance.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThat makes this Thunderbird an especially interesting build. The original car was designed as a comfortable, stylish two-door coupe, but here it is reimagined as a competition machine built purely for speed. The long body and low stance give it presence, while the Pro Stock theme adds serious credibility for motorsport fans. In Boulevard form, it is a standout piece — a reminder that even the most unlikely shapes can become race legends when the focus is clear.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3+ years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAssortment:\u003c\/strong\u003e GRT68-956W – Boulevard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e HRT72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear of Release:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eHot Wheels Premium Boulevard cars feature detailed deco and collector-focused presentation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cmeta name=\"description\" content=\"Hot Wheels Boulevard 1986 Ford Thunderbird Pro Stock. Naturally aspirated V8 drag racer with classic long, low stance.\"\u003e","brand":"Hot Wheels Premium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48615260586233,"sku":"GJT68-956W : HRT72","price":13.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0174\/6747\/3984\/files\/HRT72_16.webp?v=1782883739","url":"https:\/\/www.toys101.co.nz\/products\/hot-wheels-boulevard-no-104-1986-ford-thunderbird-pro-stock","provider":"Toys101","version":"1.0","type":"link"}