1959 Ford Thunderbird, second-generation 'Square Bird' — convertible, front three-quarter view

1959 Ford Thunderbird

Second generation · 'Square Bird' 1958–1960

Gained a back seat, effectively creating the 'personal luxury car' segment; named Motor Trend Car of the Year for 1958.

Photo: “1959 Ford Thunderbird Convertible (27547838560)” by Greg Gjerdingen from Willmar, USA / Wikimedia Commons , licensed under CC BY 2.0 . Cropped to 16:9.

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