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Upon their first appearance in 1955, Thunderbird classic cars have been a favorite of both car buffs and regular folks alike. The very first Thunderbirds were compact sports cars that screamed speed, style and class. Four-seater designs didn't evolve until the late 1960's. Thunderbirds were only two-seaters between those times. This classic was built with a V8 engine and could reach top speeds of 110-120 miles per hour.

The Ford T-Bird, as it was affectionately called, came in many different colors, the most popular of which were apple red and pure white. They came to represent the entire 50's decade all on their own, most certainly a turning point in American society.

But why are T-Birds considered "classic cars"? Probably because for most, they take us back to an innocent yet anxious age. A bygone era that was filled with angst not only in themselves, but being the McCarthy era, for the entire country as well.

Obtaining Thunderbird Classic Cars

So you want to know how you can get your hands on one of these classic beauties? Here are a few options:

-Car Clubs. Check to see if there is a local T-Bird club in your area. You'll not only find out easily if someone is selling their Ford T-Bird, but you'll also learn from others how to restore one.

-Car Auctions. Especially the vintage car auctions. Most of the cars at these auctions are usually in pristine condition. They can be held anywhere in the country so use the internet or even the car club to help locate one. There are local car auctions as well, a good place to find out about these is in the newspaper.

-The Internet. Craigslist, (look beyond your own city, if you're willing to fly to the location, pick it up and drive it home), Ebay, other internet auction sites.

Evolution of Thunderbird Classic Cars

-Classic Birds. The earliest years, between 1955 and 1957. This era is also known as "Early Birds" and "Little Birds"

-Square Birds. Between the years 1958 and 1960. It was at this time the convertible was introduced.

-Bullet Birds. Between 1961 and 1963. Called bullet due to its speedy and sleek style.

-Flair Birds. Between 1964 and 1966. The T Birds at this time were designed with less speed, but more "flair."

-Glamour Birds. Between 1967 and 1969. These T Birds are the easiest to locate and are named such because they were built more luxuriously, and the convertible top disappeared.

There is some speculation as to the original source of the name, Thunderbird. Some say the Ford Thunderbird was named for a Native American mythological creature, and there's another, less exotic story about the classic car being named for upscale housing tract in California called Thunderbird Heights.

If you are searching for one of the Thunderbird classic cars, you will be in good company, as there are loyal owners and enthusiasts all over the globe, and reaching them is just a phone call, or mouse click away.

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The Ford Thunderbird - An American Classic

The Ford Thunderbird has been hailed as an American icon, preserved in film and song. The Beach Boys, the popular rock group of the 60's, put the Thunderbird to music in their song, "Fun, Fun, Fun"

"And she'll have fun, fun, fun
til her daddy takes the t-bird away"

One of the Beach Boys, Dennis Wilson, originally owned a 1955 T-bird. It is now in the Hollywood Stars Cars Museum in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, fully restored with the Beach Boys' autograph on the hood.

The T-bird is also remembered for her film debut in American Graffiti.

The T-bird was originally conceived to compete with the Chevrolet Corvette. The years following World War 2 witnessed the return of many veterans from the European front. While in Europe they had seen and fallen in love with the European sports cars. American manufactures took note of this and Chevrolet marketed the Corvette. So Ford was challenged to produce a competitor.

Three men were most instrumental in the creation of the original T-bird. Lewis D. Crusoe was a retired GM executive however Henry Ford II had enticed him to join Ford. George Walker was Ford's chief stylist and a vice-president. Frank Hershey was a Ford designer.

Crusoe and Walker were visiting in Paris when Crusoe saw a sports car in the Grand Palais. They were impressed by the design and Walker then called Frank Hershey in Dearborn. Hershey started working on the design. It was to be an open car that would seat two passengers. It would be equipped with An Interceptor V8 engine and be capable of attaining a speed of over 100 miles per hour.

Although designed to compete with the Corvette, it wasn't a true sports car. Ford conceived it as a personal luxury car.

For some reason, they encountered difficulty in creating a name for the car so Crusoe offered a prize, a $250 suit, to anyone who submitted an acceptable name. A stylist, Alden Giberson, entered a list with Thunderbird included.

The idea behind the name is controversial. Some sources say it was named for the Native American god of rain and prosperity. Palm Life Magazine stated the name came from an ultra exclusive housing district. It is also reported that Giberson got the idea when he witnessed an illusion of a bird struck by lightening during a storm.

The Thunderbird first met the American public at the Detroit Auto Show in February of 1954. However, it was not available at dealers until October of 1954. This model was a two-door convertible equipped with a V8 engine that could cruise between 110 and 120 miles per hour. The standard top was fiberglass but a fabric convertible top was an option. Featuring four way powered seats and push button interior doors, the T-bird was actually a small personal luxury car not a sports car.

However, it definitely appealed to the American public at the time and in the first ten days of sale, dealers received 3,500 orders. The total sales for 1955 amounted to 16,155 as Ford realized their goal of surpassing the Corvette.

Later however, owners of the 'Classic' would complain about the lack of a back seat and small trunk. This would lead to modifications and a new generation of T-birds however, the "Little Bird" remains an American icon.

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Where is the battery on a 2003 Ford Thunderbird?

The battery on my 2003 Ford Thunderbird is dead. I'd like to use jumper cables, but I can't find the battery. I suspect it may be in the trunk (along with the manual), but I can't get the trunk open due to the dead battery. Any ideas?

The 2003 T-bird has the battery located in the passenger side of the trunk. To open the trunk with a dead battery, open the drivers door, flip the seat forward and you should find the trunk lock cylinder, it is hooked to the luggage lid latch via cable.

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