Ford Thunderbird Parts And Accessories

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The legendary Ford Thunderbird, or “T-Bird” was first made in 1955. It would create a new market segment on its own, called the personal luxury car segment. Throughout the T-Bird’s five decades of production, it was produced as a two- and four-seat convertible, four-seat hardtop coupe, five-seat convertible and hardtop, sedan, six-passenger hardtop coupe, and five-passenger pillared coupe. After its short hiatus in 1997, it returned in 2002 with its classic two-seat convertible look. Over 4.4 million units of the T-Bird were produced in its lifetime.

The 2005 Ford Thunderbird was the last of its kind. It featured a 3.9-liter V8 engine that produces 280 hp and 286 pound-feet of torque. Configured as rear-wheel drive (RWD), a five-speed automatic transmission was standard, with Select Shift as an add-on. Inside the T-Bird, entertainment features included an eight-speaker premium audio with two subwoofers and satellite radio.

What’s Special About the Ford Thunderbird?

The Ford Thunderbird was the pioneer for a new type of vehicle that prioritized comfort and convenience over performance and handling. This doesn’t mean, however, that the Thunderbird wasn’t any fun to drive. It came with a four-wheel independent suspension and V-rated tires, allowing for enjoyable driving at high speeds. Premium features of the 2005 Ford Thunderbird included a leather steering wheel and shift knob, a leather center console, remote keyless entry, a tilt and telescoping steering wheel with audio and cruise controls, and speed-proportional power steering.

What Year Is the Most Desirable Thunderbird?

Although the revived Ford Thunderbirds of the 2002 to 2005 era will eventually become rare collectibles, the rarest Thunderbird is that of 1957. The 1957 Ford Thunderbird F-Code is poised as the most desirable iteration of Ford’s iconic luxury car. It’s also one of the rarest, with only 212 units ever made.