And technically, that means it could return once more in two-door format to compete with the C8, though not with a mid-mounted engine, according to Ford Authority’s sources. When it launched in 1955, it had its sights set clearly on the taillights of Chevy’s two-door, and over the years it took a variety of forms including a sedan in the ’60s, a two-door hardtop in the ’70s, and a two-seater convertible for a limited time between 20.įord previously filed a patent for the name “Thunderbird” with the U.S. This is what the Thunderbird was born to do all those years ago, after all. Thanks for reading our Ford Thunderbird 2023 rumored article. Details about the price are still unknown. This is just a rumor so take these reports with a big reserve, as we don’t know will this car even come.
Collector Classics: 1966 Ford Thunderbird convertible Latest reports suggest that the new Ford Thunderbird 2023 could arrive sometime in the next year.Article contentįord Authority spoke to some company insiders who allege that the Blue Oval is eying the T-Bird - last marketed in 2005 - as a potential revival to once more rival the C8 Chevrolet Corvette in the grand touring coupe segment. While it wouldn't boast a mid-engined layout, it would indirectly rival the Corvette as a halo grand tourer.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Its given the 1955-57 Thunderbird the same description, although Ford stressed from the get-go that its new baby was a personal car. According to new reports, a return is in the cards, with Ford considering a new Thunderbird as a Corvette rival of sorts. Last seen in 2005 when the brand tried (halfheartedly) to revive the iconic nameplate, many thought we'd seen the last of it. Over at Ford, the Thunderbird is all but forgotten. The new Corvette Stingray is in high demand (even the drop-top is posting remarkable sales figures) and it's only set to skyrocket with the arrival of the high-performance Z06. Introduced as the Thunderbird, the gorgeous styling and V8 powertrains brought many into Dearborn's fold and, interestingly, the Blue Oval's offering outsold the Corvette of the day by thousands.Ĭut to 2022 and things couldn't be more different. View photos, save listings, contact sellers directly, and more for Ford and other new and used cars. At the 1954 Detroit Auto Show, Ford lifted the lid on a two-seater convertible that, to this day, is much loved by enthusiasts and collectors alike. 25 new and used Ford Thunderbird for sale at KSL Cars.
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