The 55 Thunderbird is a photograph by Mark Rogan which was uploaded on November 2nd, 2017.
The 55 Thunderbird
This classic American car is a Thunderbird from 1955. Conceived to challenge Chevrolet's Corvette sports car, the classic Thunderbird convertible... more
by Mark Rogan
Title
The 55 Thunderbird
Artist
Mark Rogan
Medium
Photograph
Description
This classic American car is a Thunderbird from 1955. Conceived to challenge Chevrolet's Corvette sports car, the classic Thunderbird convertible debuted in October 1954 for the 1955 model year and was one of the first models produced with Ford's new overhead-valve V8 engine. the Thunderbird was intended to appeal to image-conscious younger customers, beating the Corvette hands down in the sales war thanks to its superior V8 engine and greater refinement. Its success took Ford by surprise: 16,000 were sold in the first year when a total of only 10,000 had been expected.
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November 2nd, 2017