Fiesta Red, wide whitewalls, and a white porthole hardtop are a good combination on this 1956 Ford Thunderbird. Pair that with the 312 cui V8, automatic transmission, and folding soft top, and you have a very comfortable, fun-to-drive American… more»
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Bill Elliott Tribute: 1987 Ford Thunderbird Race Car
So, you want to go racing, do you? Well, don’t buy another CRX or Mustang. Go big or go home, as they say, and find a car that will take you back to the glory days of NASCAR. This… more»
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Flair-Bird in the Barn: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
The 1964-66 Ford Thunderbirds earned the nickname “Flair-Birds” for their focus on luxury. That compares to the “Bullet-Birds” of 1961-63 due to their styling. The cars sold quite well, and this 1964 edition has been in a barn in… more»
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351 Survivor: 1979 Ford Thunderbird
The 1979 model was part of the best-selling seventh generation (1977-79) in Thunderbird history, which totaled 955,032 units over three years, with the last year having the lowest sales (284,141). I might be a little biased when it comes… more»
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26K-Mile Survivor: 1978 Ford Thunderbird Diamond Jubilee
The late 1970s were a time when American luxury cars weren’t afraid to make a statement. Long hoods, plush interiors, vinyl roofs, and plenty of V8 power were all part of the experience. This 1978 Ford Thunderbird Diamond Jubilee… more»
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Mostly Original: 1956 Ford Thunderbird
If this 1956 Ford Thunderbird is all the seller claims, it is a remarkable survivor. The seller says the paint and interior trim are original and that the car has covered only 80,000 miles. Its presentation is extremely impressive,… more»
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Triple Black Treat: 1963 Ford Thunderbird
Some paint and trim combinations make a classic stand out, and the first owner’s decision to order this 1963 Ford Thunderbird in Triple-Black shows that perfectly. It presents nicely as a high-end driver with no issues or apparent shortcomings…. more»
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Cheap Carport Find: 1963 Ford Thunderbird
There were 11 generations of the Ford Thunderbird over the 50 years between 1955 and 2005. And only two of them were two-seat personal luxury cars. To many (me included), the “Bullet Birds” of 1961 to 1963 may have… more»
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Dusty Blackbird: 1957 Ford Thunderbird Project
Sometimes I wonder how many waiting-to-be-awakened-and-restored two seater Thunderbirds are out there. Still squirreled away in a garage or a barn and gathering dust and cobwebs like this 1957 Baby ‘Bird. The seller, Kevin, gives us very little information… more»
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BF Auction: 1964 Ford Thunderbird
A classic doesn’t necessarily need to be rare, exotic, or brutally fast to be enjoyable. Sometimes you just want a big V8, air conditioning, power steering, plenty of chrome, and a cabin that feels like the designers drew inspiration… more»
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Rough Roof: 1977 Ford Thunderbird Project
The seventh generation of the Ford Thunderbird (1977-79) went on a diet like some of the cars over at General Motors. But they still looked big even with eight inches less in length and 900 fewer pounds. This ’77… more»
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Supercharged Luxury: 1995 Thunderbird Super Coupe
One of the more unheralded of vehicle classes has to be the large, comfortable coupe with some respectable performance under the hood. These often get lumped into the broader category of GT cars, but really, who’s actually spending a… more»
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Too Many Toys: 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
If you’re like me, you maintain a list of vehicles in your head that you’d certainly give a whirl if it felt into your lap. The Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe is one such a vehicle for me, as I’ve… more»
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400 V8 Power! 1977 Ford Thunderbird
In 1977, GM substantially downsized numerous cars, and the Ford Thunderbird also lost some length from its rather large body, which measured 225 inches from front to back the previous year. However, it was shortened by only just over… more»
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Bullet Bird Project: 1963 Ford Thunderbird
The 1961 to 1963 production/sales cycle of the luxurious Ford Thunderbird was known as the “Bullet Birds” because of its futuristic shape. Sales continued to improve with an eight percent increase over the popular “Square Birds” of 1958-60. The… more»
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Beautiful Baby Blue 1957 Ford Thunderbird
It’s easy to see why the ’57 Ford Thunderbird has been a popular collectible for nearly six decades. In the third and final year of the two-seater Thunderbird, the ’57 model offered an attractive styling update. The Ford Styling… more»
