Different entities, different expectations–nobody has ever said the trajectory of life was easy or fair. Age induced skin imperfections are called character lines or laugh lines on sheet metal, they are called dents or creases. Sadly, nothing is immune to an unfortunate mishap. Even if the pride fades, this extra effort does help stave off the ravages life presents. The efforts stemming from pride of ownership can more easily withstand the ravages of time. Stickers such as this are terrific evidence this Thunderbird was lavished with consideration for a good portion of its life, presumably by a long-term owner. So what can be gathered about the experiences of a fifty-two year old Thunderbird sitting on a used car lot along old US 66 in a town of 160,000 souls? Amongst the late model, very high mileage, over-priced iron surrounding it and being near a plethora of “buy here, pay here” used car dealers, the opportunities for learning specifics about this special gal seem mighty slim. I would further opine that cars also reflect their experiences and do so in a more honest, candid manner. It has been said that our unique experiences have shaped us into who we are. Blame it on a warm evening or several rum-and-cokes either way, introspection was in and farcical, outlandish pieces were out of vogue with such an elegant specimen in sight. This latest bout of self-examination was ironically timed, coming just a few days after encountering this 1962 Ford Thunderbird. With all these questions bouncing through my mind, I still knew the bigger answer: it is the trajectory of life. Undoubtedly many of you have experienced similar. While doing all this, various questions shot through my mind: When did I get to be this age? Why is Spawn no longer a baby? Had it truly been that long ago when I was the nervous young man talking to the father of my focus? Am I really old enough to be called “Mr. He was at the house with his mother and younger sister and, wanting to create some distance from Spawn, I had him help me pick up and dump a bunch of tree limbs that had accumulated in the yard. On those, as with others, besides the warping look for broken window posts and if all the chrome is there.(first posted ) Recently, I had the experience of having a teenage boy in my company. There was also aand those will go for slightly more again depending on the condition. There is also a convertible front and in the back. It’s going to depend on how much warping but they will all have the same in the front and back. I have seen 1960’s like this going on eBay for up to $125 and has low at $60. Finding one which is mint is going to be really tough to find and if you do, be prepared to open up you wallet. All the chrome looks good and there are no scratches on the body however there is some warping, typical for cars made of this era. Considering this car is 46 years old, it’s not in bad shape. My in-laws bought a 1960 Thunderbird and received the promo model you see here. 1960 Ford Thunderbird Promo Model-Frontīack in the day all the auto makers gave away promotional models ether to a potential customer or one who had just bought the car. 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. The car was redesigned as a four-seater for 1958. The Thunderbird was similar in concept, but would be more American in style, more luxurious, and less sport-oriented and it became an instant hit. Although the Thunderbird had been considered a rousing success, Ford executives felt that the car’s position as a two-seater restricted its sales potential. Henry Ford II came up with a 2-seat concept and it was called the Vega! Wonder what Chevy would have had to come up with a name for their Vega? Henry’s had meager power, European looks, and cost, so it never proceeded to production. The T’bird might not have happened at all. Here’s a quick question and I bet only the T’bird geeks will get it.
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