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THIS IS THE CAR THAT CREATED A NEW CLASS IN THE AUTOMOTIVE WORLD:Ībove: 1955 Ford Thunderbird in Thunderbird Blue.
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Additionally, the serial number is stamped on the right front chassis rail, which can be observed with the hood raised.Ībove: Click Data Plate image to see larger version in new window or tab. The plate is aluminum and has black printing on it with raised digits. The Data Plate for the 1955 Thunderbird (shown below, click for larger version in new window or tab) is located in the engine compartment on the cowl just to the right of and below the hood latch mechanism on the passenger's side of the car. Chrome "doughnut" exhaust ring (early production).Squared-off trim on lower front corner of hard top (revised in April 1955).Sewn-in rear window on convertible top (also early 1956 production).The Thunderbird created a whole new class of automobiles, and no matter what the current trend, the T-bird was there, a step ahead, setting those trends. In appearance, it was sporty, but it also was luxurious with its pleated vinyl upholstery and upscale interior appointments. One that could be tailored to the individual needs and desires of its owner. Not a sports car, not a luxury car, not a compact car, not a family car, but a personal car.
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The 1955 Ford Thunderbird was the world's first "personal" car. Optional Automatic: Ford-O-Matic torque converter with planetary gears Optional Overdrive: Planetary overdrive with planetary gears Standard: 3-speed Synchromesh with helical gears TOP LINE: BODY CODE/MODEL NAME/BASE PRICE 1955 Ford Thunderbird Production Numbers/Specifications