Vehicle Original VIN : 2Y85Z126909 *please note that the top is inop, window switches needed for rear windows and brakes need adjusting. Price reflects issues. The third generation of the Ford Thunderbird was released to the public in 1961 and would only remain that style for short three years. The re-design was a futuristic bullet-style and would also include a all new 390 Cubic Inch V8 that was rated at a very healthy 300 HP. The car was offered in a hardtop, landau sport roof and the convertible.