Top Ten Post-WWII Ford Vehicles

Hi folks -- this is my list -- off the cuff.

1.  1949 Ford
It may have saved Ford Motor Company. the result of an effort headed up by Henry Ford II, Ernie Breech, the the Whiz Kids. A modern design with integrated fenders and a propeller type aviation inspired grill.

2. 1955 Thunderbird

 Despite being called a banker's or dentist's sports car, this car excited the imagination of Ford devotees and a response to GM's Corvette. With a 292 cubic-inch V-8 (later 312), and the ability to add a supercharger, this car was raced and a favorite of the Hollywood set. Only three years production as a 2 seater, nevertheless it remains a highly collectible car that features bright, wonderful colors.

3. 1955 Ford Crown Victoria
As a young child this was one of my favorites, perhaps because of the two tone colors and bright chrome and  stainless trim.

4. 1956 Lincoln Continental MarkII
European flair, a beautiful design, it exuded wealth and good living.

5. 1961 Lincoln
Slab sides, the car Kennedy was assassinated in, and for a time Perry Mason drove one. Often featured in later films, including the 1990s version of Crash. 

6. Ford Cortina, 1960s.
Why not bring in a British Ford, especially this one!

7. Ford Mustang.  The elephant in the room.  To not list this one would delegitimate the list.  I had two, a 1966 and a 1990 and they were both great cars.

8. Ford Pinto. I had a 1973, and despite all that is said about the Pinto, it was one of my best cars.  Small 1600 cc Kent engine with a 4 speed, and outside of n AM radio no other options, we had it for over ten years with minimal issues.

9. Ford Bronco

A vehicle ahead of its time.



10. Ford Taurus
The "Flying Potato."  One of the best and most popular cars ever. With a Yamaha engine it, this car could move and is currently collectible. Aerodynamic and sold like hotcakes.

11. Ford GT
In the 1960s it beat the Ferraris twice. In the 2000s a high end exotic that keeps the Ford Motor Company in the performance spotlight.