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Ford Thunderbird

Eighth generation

The eighth-generation Thunderbird continued the downsized coupe formula and reflected Ford’s late-1970s efficiency shift. It remained a two-door personal luxury car through 1982. This generation was sold in the United States.

1980–1982 U.S. market
Production 1980–1982
Body code Not verified
Body styles 2-door coupe
Modifications 3
Modification Engine Power Transmission Drive Years  
ford thunderbird 3.3l i6 3-speed automatic
1980–1980
Gasoline · 3.3 L · 85 hp 3-speed automatic Rear-wheel drive 85 1980–1980 View details
ford thunderbird 4.2l v8 3-speed automatic
1980–1980
Gasoline · 4.2 L · 115 hp 3-speed automatic Rear-wheel drive 115 1980–1980 View details
ford thunderbird 4.9l v8 3-speed automatic
1980–1982
Gasoline · 4.9 L · 131 hp 3-speed automatic Rear-wheel drive 131 1980–1982 View details