How many 1958 Ford Thunderbirds were made?
The 1958 Ford Thunderbird was produced in the mid-teens, with approximately 16,000 units built for the model year.
Context: the 1958 Thunderbird in Ford's lineup
The 1958 Thunderbird marked a major redesign for Ford’s two-seat sports car, introducing a longer, lower profile and a more expansive grille that helped define the “square-nose” styling of the era. It remained a two-seat grand touring car, a departure from earlier, more compact iterations, and the redesign helped set the direction for Thunderbird models through the 1960s.
How production figures are reported
Production tallies can vary depending on whether counts refer to model-year totals, calendar-year totals, or specific configurations (such as body styles or convertibles). As a result, the exact number cited by different automotive histories is typically expressed as an estimate clustered in the mid-teens. The prevailing view among collectors and reference works places the 1958 Thunderbird production around 16,000 units.
Notes on source differences
Different archives and reference guides occasionally list slightly different totals. While some sources round up or down a little, the consensus remains that the figure sits near the mid-teens, with 16,000 being the most commonly cited estimate.
Summary
In sum, about 16,000 1958 Ford Thunderbirds were produced, reflecting strong demand for Ford’s redesigned two-seat Thunderbird during its second generation.
