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Ford Thunderbird

First generation

The original Thunderbird launched as a two-seat personal car and quickly established the nameplate’s sporty luxury identity. It was offered as a hardtop coupe and convertible during its first generation. This generation was sold in the United States.

1955–1957 U.S. market
Production 1955–1957
Body code Not verified
Body styles 2-door hardtop coupe; convertible
Modifications 3
Modification Engine Power Transmission Drive Years  
ford thunderbird 292 v8
1956–1956
Gasoline · 4.8 L · 202 hp 3-speed manual Rear-wheel drive 202 1956–1956 View details
ford thunderbird 292 v8 convertible
1955–1955
Gasoline · 4.8 L · 193 hp 3-speed manual Rear-wheel drive 193 1955–1955 View details
ford thunderbird 312 v8
1957–1957
Gasoline · 5.1 L · 245 hp 3-speed manual Rear-wheel drive 245 1957–1957 View details