{"product_id":"thunderbird-an-illustrated-history-of-the-ford-t-bird-the-ford-road-series-vol-4","title":"Thunderbird! An Illustrated History of the Ford T-Bird (The Ford Road Series, Vol. 4)","description":"The Thunderbird was originally designed to be small and racy with a unique look and personality that would set it apart from its contemporaries. Although never intended to be a sports car, it was only 52.1\" high and its 102 wheelbase was an inch and a half shorter than that of the Model A!\nLuxurious enough for the most discriminating buyer, the 1955 model offered plush vinyl upholstery, \"Astra Dial\" control panel, adjustable steering wheel, tachometer and clock, all standard. Yet with its 292 cubic inch V-8 engine (rated at 198 horsepower), four barrel carburetor and dual exhausts, it was high-spirited enough for any enthusiast. The car was recognized immediately as a breakthrough in automotive engineering and design and soon developed a dedicate owner body. Although the original two-seated Thunderbird was manufactured for only three years, it was so advanced in concept that its influence in the automobile industry is still being felt today as the Ford Motor Company again presents its descendents.\nDespite many changes through the forty years leading to its demise in the mid-nineties and re-birth on 2001 Thunderbird retained its individuality and has earned its soubriquet \"Unique in all the World\". In these page one can revisit and enjoy another look at the unique world which is....\nTHUNDERBIRD!\u003cbr\u003eASIN: 0913056049\u003cbr\u003eVSKU: PKV.0913056049.G\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Good\u003cbr\u003eAuthor\/Artist:Glenn Embree|Ray Miller\u003cbr\u003eBinding: Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNote:\u003c\/b\u003e Any images shown are stock photographs and product may differ from what is shown.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: A well-loved companion. Corners and cover might show a little wear, and you could find some notes or highlights. The dust jacket might be MIA, it might have been a library book and extras aren't guaranteed—but the story's all there!  \u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Aspen Book Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52639257887007,"sku":"PKV.0913056049.G","price":6.09,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0894\/0470\/3007\/files\/0913056049-0.jpg?v=1782494729","url":"https:\/\/www.aspenbookco.com\/products\/thunderbird-an-illustrated-history-of-the-ford-t-bird-the-ford-road-series-vol-4","provider":"Aspen Book Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}