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FordThunderbird (tenth generation)
Production1989–1997
Recorded originUnited States
ClassPersonal luxury car
Background
The tenth generation of the Ford Thunderbird is a front-engine, rear-drive, five passenger, two-door personal luxury coupe manufactured and marketed by Ford for the 1989 to 1997 model years. Introduced on December 26, 1988 as a 1989 model, the Thunderbird was co-developed with the Mercury Cougar. using Ford's new MN12 platform — with a more aerodynamic body, slightly shorter overall length and nine-inch-longer wheelbase than the outgoing 1988 Thunderbird.
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