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Ford Thunderbird

First generation1955–1957

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3powertrains2-door hardtop coupe; convertiblebody styles
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ford thunderbird 292 v8 ↗3-speed manual · 1956–1956Gasoline · 4.8 L · 202 hp202 hpRear-wheel drive
ford thunderbird 292 v8 convertible ↗3-speed manual · 1955–1955Gasoline · 4.8 L · 193 hp193 hpRear-wheel drive
ford thunderbird 312 v8 ↗3-speed manual · 1957–1957Gasoline · 5.1 L · 245 hp245 hpRear-wheel drive
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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.

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