How many 1967 Thunderbirds were made?
About 31,000 Thunderbirds were produced for the 1967 model year.
In more detail, production figures for the 1967 Thunderbird depend on counting methods and markets. The model year was a redesign year, and Ford produced a mix of two-door hardtops and convertibles for the U.S. and export markets. The following sections explain the main numbers and the factors that influence them.
Overview of the 1967 Thunderbird production
The 1967 Thunderbird marked a styling and packaging shift, offering two-door hardtops and convertibles with enhanced luxury features. Production was focused primarily on the U.S. market, with export numbers added by some registries. Because sources differ on what to include (calendar year vs model year, exports, and how convertibles are tallied), the total for 1967 can vary slightly depending on the dataset.
What the numbers say
Before listing, note that production counts come from a mix of Ford's own records and car-collector databases; sources sometimes disagree on whether certain regional shipments and pre-production runs are included.
- Breakdown by body style — two-door hardtops formed the majority of the 1967 Thunderbirds, with convertibles produced in smaller numbers.
- Market scope — U.S. production accounted for the bulk of the total, with export and dealer demonstrator units raising the bottom line in some sources.
- Version naming — some registries count the model year as 1967 and group 1967-1969 Thunderbirds separately in catalogs; this can affect year-specific tallies in cross-year comparisons.
In summary, most credible sources converge on an approximate total around 31,000 units for 1967 Thunderbirds, acknowledging slight variations depending on counting conventions.
Why production figures vary
The numbers differ because vendors and registries count differently. Here are the main factors that influence the tallies:
- Model-year vs calendar-year counting: Some records count cars built within a calendar year, others by the model year starting in late summer.
- Exports and domestic markets: Some tallies include Canadian-assembled or exported cars, while others focus on the U.S. market alone.
- Body-style distinctions: Registries may separate hardtops from convertibles; some list them as a single "Thunderbird" total, others as sub-counts.
- Special editions and mid-year changes: Optional equipment and packages (e.g., top options, luxury trims) can create multiple sub-totals within the same model year.
Because of these factors, the published totals can drift by a few thousand units depending on the source. The commonly cited ballpark remains around the low 30,000s for the 1967 Thunderbird in North America.
Notes on sources
For precise numbers in a given registry or museum catalog, check the specific Ford production records or the official Automotive Registry databases. Collector clubs often maintain year-by-year production breakdowns by body style and market, which can help reconcile discrepancies.
Summary
The 1967 Ford Thunderbird was produced in relatively modest numbers for a full-size personal luxury car, with credible estimates around 31,000 units. The exact figure varies slightly by source due to counting methods, export data, and how convertibles vs hardtops are tallied. Overall, the model year remains a prized collectible, reflecting Ford's mid-1960s redesign and the Thunderbird's continued appeal as a premium two-door car.
