saintlaz1 Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 I just wanted to bring back a topic on this. I wonder if the name ever comes up in the conference room now and then to bring back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted September 21, 2012 Share Posted September 21, 2012 Since the conference room is named the Thunderbird Room" I am sure the name comes up at every meeting.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintlaz1 Posted September 21, 2012 Author Share Posted September 21, 2012 Since the conference room is named the Thunderbird Room" I am sure the name comes up at every meeting.... Sure but i mean more than just "the meetings in the Thunderbird room" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theoldwizard Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Thunderbird is as likely as a Fusion coupe. Wait. A fusion coupe would make a really nice Thunderbird or Mark iX !! Highly unlikely ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-150 Posted September 24, 2012 Share Posted September 24, 2012 Or maybe they hired Lutz. He's bringing in a 2dr Falcon to be called Thunderbird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted September 25, 2012 Share Posted September 25, 2012 Or maybe they hired Lutz. He's bringing in a 2dr Falcon to be called Thunderbird. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordBuyer Posted October 7, 2012 Share Posted October 7, 2012 With the new Mustang coming in a couple more years, I would say there is chance of the new platform being used for a new Lincoln RWD sport sedan and a possible Thunderbird sedan. If you are going to do a RWD Lincoln, you might as well offer a Ford version also called a Thunderbird. The rear seat would be kind of cramped, but that is why you have the Taurus. In this way the next Mustang RWD platform can be fully used and really make the investment pay off and keep their assembly plants super productive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ice-capades Posted October 8, 2012 Share Posted October 8, 2012 Ford has been very inconsistent with the Thunderbird's market placement. As such, I hope that Ford is very cautious in considering a future T'Bird model and do more than just produce a limited edition model for short term sales. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calypsocoral Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 Sigh... I know I've beaten this drum before, but, seriously... It's a Thunderbird-- it don't NEED no stinking rear seat! As long as they don't make it an overweight porkchop with a floaty, Buick-like suspension (like the last generation), it has real appeal, ESPECIALLY now that Ford no longer has to worry about Mazda Miata sales! What resident of Manhattan, Philadelphia, or Chicago wouldn't want to be seen in a 2500-lb, 1.6L EcoBoost sports car? Small, quick, nimble, eco-friendly, and FUN! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Douwe Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 Unfortunately function has to take priority over form in this age of competing for better mileage. I do miss the cars that look like they are rocket ships and are getting ready for blast off. The bullet birds were some of my favorite rocket ships. I have owned Galaxies, Comets and even came close to purchasing a Meteor. I wish Ford would get back to the cool names for their cars. I guess I am OK with Fusion but C-max, seriously! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terraformer Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Yes, a classic model. WHen they brought it back briefly several years ago it was a great looking car. But Ford should redo this one, too much history involved! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted January 4, 2013 Share Posted January 4, 2013 Bring T-Bird back and launch it at Lincoln dealers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
saintlaz1 Posted January 7, 2013 Author Share Posted January 7, 2013 Why at a lincoln dealership? I think its fine as a Ford. I would love to see a Thunderbird concept show up one day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
duncan36 Posted January 8, 2013 Share Posted January 8, 2013 Thunderbird was most successful as a personal luxury coupe. Today I think it should be made into a coupe and a sedan off a Lincoln flagship platform. Bring back personal American luxury cars stop making prissy copies of Japanese luxury! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mw371r Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 I loved my Thunderbird, but i didn't really care for the latest version they did. Personal preference... but if they came back out with another one, I would take a look for sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FordBuyer Posted March 25, 2013 Share Posted March 25, 2013 I find it hard to believe that Ford will never dust off the Thunderbird name and use it again. Maybe not Mulally, but some CEO or two that follows someday. And perfect time to do is if and when Lincoln debuts RWD car. As in past, Thunderbird name can do well as sports car, sedan, or coupe. Maybe coupe for Ford and sedan for Lincoln. If next generation Taurus survives as RWD, you could almost do a coupe, call it a Thunderbird, and do version for Lincoln. Lots of possibilities. The Thunderbird name alone garners lots of attention as in media copy and loyalty from T-Bird lovers and clubs. Much like Mustang and Corvette names. Some Ford CEO sometime will do something again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twintornados Posted March 27, 2013 Share Posted March 27, 2013 Thunderbird transcends marquee branding....while still a Ford....Thunderbird should be available in Lincoln dealerships with the same special attention paid to Lincoln customers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joihan777 Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 (edited) Sigh... I know I've beaten this drum before, but, seriously... It's a Thunderbird-- it don't NEED no stinking rear seat! As long as they don't make it an overweight porkchop with a floaty, Buick-like suspension (like the last generation), it has real appeal, ESPECIALLY now that Ford no longer has to worry about Mazda Miata sales! What resident of Manhattan, Philadelphia, or Chicago wouldn't want to be seen in a 2500-lb, 1.6L EcoBoost sports car? Small, quick, nimble, eco-friendly, and FUN! Thunderbird is not a sedan. It is a concept of open air freedom, for two, in style. If Ford returned the Thunderbird, retiring baby boomers may recall the feeling of the original '55 Thunderbirds... (I willfully blot my memory of the 70-80s T-Birds). The Ford Thunderbird would compete with the Mercedes SLK & BMW Z4. Of course, SVT COULD make a 'Vette fighter.... =) Edited January 30, 2014 by joihan777 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jniffen Posted February 19, 2014 Share Posted February 19, 2014 I'd like to see Cougar... by Lincoln. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guszern Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Sometimes names just need to ride off into the sunset. The last TB I don't think lived up to the TB name of its heyday. These great names just need to remembered for what they were, when they were. No, if they bring back a modernized version of the TB like Dodge did with the Challenger, that would be a cool car to see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Sometimes names just need to ride off into the sunset. The last TB I don't think lived up to the TB name of its heyday. These great names just need to remembered for what they were, when they were. No, if they bring back a modernized version of the TB like Dodge did with the Challenger, that would be a cool car to see. I'm curious to see where Dodge goes with the next Challenger. Could be a difficult assignment to redesign a vehicle that pulled so much of its design influence from an older car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guszern Posted April 25, 2014 Share Posted April 25, 2014 Very good point. As much fun it would be to have a job designing cars, that would be a hard one to accomplish. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calypsocoral Posted June 9, 2014 Share Posted June 9, 2014 I'd like to see Cougar... by Lincoln. Hah! I could just see the ad campaign now. Find a hot actress in her 40's (there's plenty of them), have her pull up in the convertible, flash a wink at a 20-something GQ boy, and voila! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hemiman Posted June 26, 2014 Share Posted June 26, 2014 I'm curious to see where Dodge goes with the next Challenger. Could be a difficult assignment to redesign a vehicle that pulled so much of its design influence from an older car. Isn't the Challenger being replaced by a Cuda? Supposed to be smaller, closer to the Mustang in size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickF1011 Posted June 27, 2014 Share Posted June 27, 2014 Isn't the Challenger being replaced by a Cuda? Supposed to be smaller, closer to the Mustang in size. I think the original plan was to offer both. Not sure where that stands right now though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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