In 1955, the Ford Thunderbird entered the American luxury car market and shook it up. Aimed at bringing Americans a taste of the European Grand Touring experience, the Thunderbird was called the Personal Luxury Car. It was a powerful two-seater with a suitably spacious trunk and all the creature comforts of the day. Aimed at covering hundreds of miles with ease, the T-Bird quickly became a cult classic. Ford made ten generations until 1997, but they had a brief change of heart in 2002. Hence, a retro-modern eleventh generation was released, and made until 2005. Just 60,000 were sold, making this generation relatively rare in comparison with the early ones from the Fifties and Sixties. So, if you’ve wanted to try out one of these curios, check out this 4,475-mile 2002 Ford Thunderbird that’s for sale right now with us.
Turquoise is a very Fifties color, so it’s fitting that this 2002 Ford Thunderbird is draped in the stuff. Showcasing its vintage-modern styling, the car includes a body-colored hard top for use during the wetter and colder seasons of the year. The hard top includes the iconic porthole windows that were a styling symbol of the first generation. When the weather is pleasant, you can leave the removable hardtop at home. You’ll still have a power-operated soft top at your disposal if required. A set of 17-inch aluminum wheels complete the attractive exterior package offered by this car. The two-seat passenger cabin of this 2002 Ford Thunderbird is also in turquoise. You’ve got features such as heated seats, automatic dual-zone climate control, and the obligatory power conveniences. Then, there’s a radio with in-dash 6-CD changer and a premium sound system. You’ve even got cruise control, operated via the steering wheel-mounted buttons. There’s also a generously-sized trunk for your luggage.
This 2002 Ford Thunderbird gets a punchy 3.9-liter Jaguar-sourced V8, powering the rear wheels through a 5-speed automatic gearbox. The engine is factory rated to provide 252hp and 267lb-ft for 2002 model year cars. Then, you’ve got ventilated front and rear disc brakes for ample stopping power.
2002 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe
3.9L V8
5-Speed Automatic
RWD
Turqoise Exterior
Turqoise Interior
Body Colored Convertible Hard Top
17" Aluminum Wheels
Front & Rear Independent Short/Long Arm Suspensions
Front & Rear Ventilated Disc Brakes
Premium Audio System
This 1957 Ford Thunderbird is powered by the desirable 312ci Y-block naturally aspirated V8 paired with a 3-speed Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission. Finished in black over a white vinyl interior with a gray convertible soft top, it also includes the removable hard top — a defining feature of the final-year first-generation Thunderbird. Recent documented service reflects significant investment into the car’s mechanical systems, with major attention given to braking, fuel delivery, cooling, steering, and ignition components. This is not simply cosmetic upkeep — it is substantive mechanical sorting aimed at drivability and reliability.
The 1956 Ford Thunderbird represents the second year of Ford’s first-generation “personal luxury car,” a model that blended sporty styling with everyday comfort. Designed to compete with the Chevrolet Corvette while offering greater practicality, the Thunderbird quickly became one of the most recognizable American cars of the 1950s. For 1956, Ford introduced several improvements including the distinctive porthole hardtop windows and rear-mounted spare tire option, both of which enhanced the car’s character and functionality. Finished in striking Peacock Blue with a contrasting Colonial White hardtop, this Thunderbird captures the elegance and optimism of mid-century American automotive design while remaining one of the most iconic classics of its era.
The Personal Luxury Car was created in America by Ford, with their Thunderbird. From 1955 to 1997, ten generations were made, each one embodying the spirit of luxury grand touring. An eleventh generation was created between 2002 and 2005, as a homage to this spirit of excellence. But what better way to celebrate the T-Bird’s glorious legacy than to get yourself a first-generation example? Lo and behold, we present this 1957 Ford Thunderbird from Chicago. It’s done 57,300 miles and is powered by a 312ci V8. Morevoer, it’s got aftermarket air conditioning, the original steering wheel, original jack and spare wheel, and has received reupholstering of its interior. So, it’s pretty much ready to go on a journey with you.
Ford’s famous Mustang Mach 1 is a highly revered American classic today. That’s why when cars like this bright red 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 from San Jose come on sale, they don’t stay around for long. The Mach 1 was not only a performance package, as the name might suggest, but offered some appearance upgrades too. Only available as a fastback (known s the SportsRoof), cars like this 92,000-mile example struck fear into those with lesser machines at the track or drag strip. Now, this car can be yours and rest assured, it hasn’t lost any of its awesomeness. It might get gapped by today’s trick EVs, but when you’ve got the rumble of an H-code Cleveland for company, nothing else matters.
What have we got here? Is it KITT, then? Well, not quite. It’s the exact model of Shelby Mustang used for the 2008 reboot of Knight Rider – the GT500KR. Contrary to belief, KR actually means King of the Road. It’s a term that pays homage to the original 1968 GT500KR, a fearsome, Cobra Jet toting machine. Today’s 2008 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500KR features a supercharged Modular V8 under the hood to really get your pulse racing. In case that isn’t enough, this 1,400-mile machine from Iowa also has the Shaker 1000 audio system, Shelby GT500KR forged wheels and even a carbon fiber rear spoiler and front splitter. You’d better not waste any time, then. Only 1,712 units were made, by the way.
The Fox-body Mustang remains one of the most influential performance cars in American automotive history, and this 1988 Ford Mustang GT Hatchback represents a heavily upgraded example of the platform. Known for its lightweight chassis and highly tunable 5.0-liter V8, the Fox Mustang became a staple in the performance community throughout the late 1980s and 1990s. This particular car has been extensively modified with serious performance hardware, including forged engine internals and a Vortech VS-1 supercharger producing approximately 13 pounds of boost. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Tremec 5-speed manual transmission, replacing the factory automatic setup. The odometer currently shows 9,999 miles, although the true mileage is unknown. With upgraded drivetrain components, suspension improvements, and modern cooling and braking systems, this Mustang offers the classic Fox-body experience combined with significantly enhanced performance.
The Ford Thunderbird was made between 1955 and 1997 across ten generations, and redefined the Personal Luxury Car for Americans. In fact, it created the segment, largely inspired by the Grand Tourers of Europe. So, in the 2000s, Ford was feeling a little misty eyed and decided to create a rose-tinted eleventh generation homage to this iconic nameplate. Enter the retro-modern Thunderbird that was made between 2002 and 2005. Styled by Jack Telnack, the car sat on the Ford DEW98 platform, used an engine from Jaguar (who Ford owned at the time), and marked a return to roots of sorts, in that it was a two-seater, just like the first generation. Over 68,000 examples were made, and we have one for sale. Say hello to this original owner, all-stock 2002 Ford Thunderbird from South Jordan, Utah, that’s got just 13,085 miles on the clock.
Mercedes-Benz and its lineup of SLs have always been and will be iconic; the automotive marque's pinnacle open-top grand tourer has been the car to have for eons when you want to experience authentic open-top motoring. The 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL represents the marque's most popular model; this neat example is reported to have just 90,850 miles on the clock and is a true motoring icon.
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