Some of the Most Iconic Cars From the 1960s

Thunderbird by Ford

Ford ruled the market for everything from convertibles to SUVs, and when the Thunderbird was introduced in 1955, customers were astounded. The Thunderbird shot to fame in the late 1950s and early 1960s as people yearned to own one of these stunning convertibles.

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It is said that Ford hurried this particular vehicle to market after their rival, Chevrolet, released the Corvette and received a lot of positive feedback. Ford made improvements to the Thunderbird over time, including the addition of two more rear seats, and it remained a popular car.

Nissan 2000GT

Toyota has produced automobiles for people from all different backgrounds over the years, much like Ford.

The Toyota 2000GT, which debuted in the 1960s, was one of its most enduring models. People were in awe of the car's gorgeous and elegant shape when it was initially unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show in 1965. Although it was manufactured under the Toyota brand, Yamaha Motor Company was responsible for its design, and the vehicle is regarded as one of Japan's first supercars. The car practically has it all: good looks, luxury, and speed. Toyota kept modifying the vehicle for years to make it contemporary.