Ford Thunderbird (eighth generation)
The eighth generation of the Ford Thunderbird is a personal luxury coupe that was manufactured and marketed by Ford from the 1980 to 1982 model years. Introduced to commemorate the 25th year of the Thunderbird, the eighth generation was substantially downsized, transitioning further into the mid-size segment. For a second generation, the Thunderbird remained the Ford counterpart of the Mercury Cougar XR7; while the Cougar again served as a complete line of mid-sized cars in various body styles starting with 1981 models, the Thunderbird was offered solely as a two-door personal luxury coupe.
1982 Ford Thunderbird Town Landau
1980 Ford Thunderbird (base trim) with TRX wheels
1980 Ford Thunderbird (base trim), rear
1980 Thunderbird interior (base trim)
Personal luxury car is a North American car classification describing somewhat sporty, sophisticated mass-market coupés that emphasized comfort over performance. The North American manufacturers most often combined engineering, design, and marketing to develop upscale, distinctive "platform sharing" models that became highly profitable.
1958 Ford Thunderbird
1989–1993 Buick Riviera
1953 Cadillac Eldorado
1953 Packard Caribbean convertible