Army TARDEC photo.Īutomobile manufacturing became the biggest industry in the country. This plant became known as the Arsenal of Democracy. 15, 1940, the Army contracted with Chrysler to produce the Nation’s first government-owned, contractor-operated facility at the Detroit Arsenal Tank Plant in Warren, MI. When the automobile factories retooled after the war, they had more capacity than they knew what to do with, and began to produce cars in earnest. Meanwhile, the post-war era had become pivotal for America’s car industry.Īmerican factories had undergone rapid technological change with major increases in mass production to sustain the war effort. The American war veterans needed their own cars to move around in the vast and widely expanding America of the 1950s. And, all had returned to meld back into society and become a vibrant and integral part of America’s post-war culture. Some had become married, some purchased homes. They either returned to their former jobs or found new ones.
The vehicle hit the market toward the end of 1954 as a 1955 model with success beyond Ford’s wildest expectations.ĭuring the decade following World War II, American servicemen who had fought in Europe had arrived back home to settle back and enjoy their normal lives once again. In 1953, with Ford trying to respond swiftly to the Corvette’s release, the Thunderbird underwent rapid development, going from an initial concept to a first prototype within the space of a year.
market in 1955 as a response by Ford to the Chevy Corvette, which had come out two years prior to capture the Sports car market. We carry T-Bird parts for 1955, 19 models.The Ford Thunderbird was introduced to the U.S. NPD has your project covered from start to finish. Our inventory is constantly expanding, ensuring that we provide you with the largest, most up to date selection of Ford Thunderbird parts available. With our huge selection of T-Bird parts, there is no need to go anywhere else for your Thunderbird parts needs. Most Reliable Inventory of Thunderbird Restoration Parts Whether it’s a hardtop or convertible, an E-bird or F-bird version of Ford’s first generation T Bird, we have the products you need in stock for fast shipping to your door or counter pick-up 7 days a week. From correct emblems and decals to seat upholstery and sheet metal, NPD has everything you need. Restore or modify your Ford Thunderbird with the right parts from National Parts Depot. Like you, we live and breath the restoration hobby and take great pride in helping restore our American History.
Offering T-Bird parts from top vendors in the industry including TMI, SSBC, Scott Drake, Proform and others.jobe4485 Whether it be replacement T-Bird parts, restoration quality T-Bird parts, or concours quality T-Bird restoration parts we have it and in stock. When the details matter, trust NPD's knowledgable staff to guide you to the right part at the right price. Our unmatched commitment to providing quality parts for your classic T-Bird is what sets us apart from our competitors. National Parts Depot continues to offer the best restoration parts available for your Ford T-Bird.
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