#1969 THUNDERBIRD EMBLEM MANUAL#

It was also history-making, becoming the first individual model line (as opposed to an entire company) to earn Motor Trend 'Car of the Year' honors. With little more than a new grille and a newly optional, 350 horsepower (260 kW) 430 cu in (7.0 L) MEL V, sales climbed even higher to 67,456.

With 37,892 sold in 1958-outselling the previous model year by well over 16,000 units-the new Thunderbird began a sales momentum previously unseen with the car.

#1969 THUNDERBIRD EMBLEM MANUAL#

Powering the Thunderbird was a new, 300 horsepower 352 cu in (5.8 L) FE V8, available with a 3-speed manual or automatic transmissions. Along with a new, more rigid unibody construction was new styling, including dual headlights (for a total of four), more prominent tail fins, a bolder chrome grille, and a larger, though non-functional, hood scoop. The increased size also increased the car's weight significantly by close to 1,000 pounds (454 kg). Though retaining a design as a two-door hardtop coupe/convertible, the new Thunderbird was considerably larger than the previous generation, with a longer 113.0 inches (2,870 mm) wheelbase to accommodate the new back seat.

As a result, the car was redesigned as a four-seater for 1958. In fact, the Thunderbird outsold the Corvette by more than 23-to-one for 1955 with 16,155 Thunderbirds sold against 700 CorvettesĪlthough the Thunderbird had been considered a rousing success, Ford executives-particularly Robert McNamara – felt that the car's position as a two-seater restricted its sales potential. Though inspired by, and positioned directly against, the Corvette, Ford billed the Thunderbird as a personal luxury car, putting a greater emphasis on the car's comfort and convenience features rather than its inherent sportiness. Designations aside, the Thunderbird sold exceptionally well in its first year. The Thunderbird's 102.0 inches wheelbase frame was mostly a shortened version of that used in other Fords while the car's standard 292 cu in (4.8 L) Y-Block V8 came from Ford's Mercury division. Mechanically though, the Thunderbird could trace its roots to other mainstream Fords. Though sharing some design characteristics with other Fords of the time, such as single, circular headlamps and tail lamps and modest tail fins, the Thunderbird was sleeker and more athletic in shape, and had features like a hood scoop and a 150 mph speedometer hinting a higher performance nature that other Fords didn't possess. Production of the Thunderbird began later on in 1954 on September 9 with the car beginning sales as a 1955 model on October 22, 1954. Like the Corvette, the Thunderbird had a two-seat coupe/convertible layout. Under rapid development, the Thunderbird went from idea to prototype in about a year, being unveiled to the public at the Detroit Auto Show on February 20, 1954. Shipping quote is REQUIRED before a bid is placed.The Ford Thunderbird began life in February 1953 in direct response to Chevrolet's new sports car, the Corvette, which was publicly unveiled in prototype form just a month before. International shipping on this item is going to be more than shipping to the US lower 48 states. Please ask for a shipping quote if you need it to be shipped somewhere else. Please, take the time to let us know if there is a problem, we will work with you! We ask that you don't leave negative feedback right off the get/go, without giving us a chance to work with you - for the simple reason that we want to make sure you are satisfied with your purchase - and we will do whatever we can to make that happen'.SHIPPING:REGULAR S&H FOR THE LOWER 48 STATES EBAY MEMBERS:The winning bidder is to pay $3.36 for s&h to anywhere in the lower 48 states. There is only one pin for mounting on the back and you will need to remove any glue before installation.Details:1966 Ford Thunderbird Metal emblem Part number C6SB-63517A20-C Good used condition and noted imperfectionsYou get what you see in the pictures so please look closely at all of the pictures and make sure that this is exactly what you want before you decide to make a purchase.WASHINGTON STATE SALES TAX WILL BE ADDED TO THE FINAL PRICE - IF THE ITEM IS BEING SHIPPED ANYWHERE IN WASHINGTON STATE !'OUR e B A Y MISSION' :'Our family would like you to be happy with your purchase, we will not intend to misrepresent anything that we have up for auction on eBay. There are some light scratches on the surface of the item and light pitting in the chrome. This item is in good used condition for its age, but there are a few cosmetic issues. You are looking at a '1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD METAL EMBLEM ' The part number is C6SB-63517A20-C.

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