John R. Lewis

Ford Thunderbird “Unique In All The World”

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If you like Ford Thunderbirds and antique cars in general you might enjoy this podcast. We’ll talk mostly about Thunderbirds, but also antique cars overall. Topics will vary but should always be interesting. Come on and join us!

Author

John R. Lewis

Category

Leisure

Latest episode

Jun 11, 2026

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Episodes

1966 Flair Bird, The Bob Tasca Influence 16.01.2022

Based of the custom 1964 T-Bird of Bob Tasca, we find styling cues for our 1966 T- Birds.

1965 Flair Birds, Emberglo! 09.01.2022

This episode is about the 1965 Thunderbird, discussed are new engineering features and special Landau model.

1964 Ford Thunderbird “The Flair Bird” 02.01.2022

This episode is about the 4th generation of the Ford Thunderbird. Please check bluethunderinthehills.com for I.D. Information. Thanks to Alan Tast for his fine writing on T-Birds!

55-63 T-Birds, some problems 12.12.2021

This is a small review of customer complaints about the first three generations of T-Birds. A more exhausting list can be found in American Classics: Thunderbird 1955-1966 written by Alan Tast.

1963 T-Bird vs. 1963 Buick Riviera 24.10.2021

Descriptions and comparisons come right from the pages of the Ford Motor company “News Flash” given to Ford Salesman to sway the buyer. Let’s step back in history.

1963 Bullet Bird 24.09.2021

Discussion of the new sheet metal design for 1963 and the new Monaco Edition. Mentioning of some new engineering and rarity of certain models. Don’t forget to check out bluethunderinthehills.com for I.D. Tag information.

The 1962 Bullet Bird 20.09.2021

This episode covers the introduction of the Landau and convertible roadster models. There is also a discussion of the new “M” code engine. Don’t forget to check out I.D Tag info at bluethunderinthehills.com

The 1961 Bullet Bird 10.09.2021

General discussion of the third generation of the Thunderbird. Known as the Bullet Bird. Don’t forget to checkout bluethunderinthehills.com

The 1960 Square Bird the last model in the second generation of Thunderbirds. 28.08.2021

Will discuss the cosmetic changes for 1960. The highly sought after models with sunroofs. Will also discuss the two stainless steel T-Birds built for the show circuit. Decoding information can be found on bluethunderinthehills.com

The “1959 Square Bird” 22.08.2021

Review of the 1959 Thunderbird with an emphasis on the new engine option and it racing history. Don’t forget to visit bluethunderinthehills.com to gain information on decoding your ID tag.

The 1958 “Square Birds” 14.08.2021

This is a brief history of the 1958 Thunderbird and some of the historical firsts this car began for the auto industry. You can view additional information on bluethunderinthehills.com

The “Baby Birds” 1955-1956-1957 07.08.2021

This is an overview of the 1st generation of Thunderbirds. It describes changes and options for the T-Bird in its first 3 years of production. Visit bluethunderinthehills.com

Thunderbird History 31.07.2021

1st Episode, Brief Thunderbird History, Introduction of 1955 I. D. Tags and goals for new Podcast.

Ford Thunderbird “Unique In All The World” 31.07.2021

My name is John Lewis and I have been an enthusiastic Ford and Thunderbird Fan most of my life. I love antique cars and hope to discuss all my interests with you, plus a few personal stories thrown in from time to time. My ‘63’ T-Bird is known as “Blue Thunder” and you can follow its travels as well as car shows it attends at: bluethunderinthehills.com I have also found information from Paul G. Mc...

The Best T-Bird of the "Golden Age" 1955 to 1966

I take the winners from the last 3 podcasts and put them into a head- to- head comparison. Who will be the winner The Baby Bird? The Square Bird? The Bullet Bird or the Flair Bird? Tune in and find out!

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