| Year: | 1964 |
| Make: | Ford |
| Model: | Thunderbird Convertible |
Nothing says 'Southern California' quite as loud as this sky blue 1964 Ford Thunderbird Convertible. By the mid-1960s, California led the world in aerospace. With a tail fin tapering to brake lights that resemble a jet's afterburner glow, this T-Bird is a valentine to the sky-cowboys of the era. Advertising referred to the 'Thunderbird Cockpit' and its 'flight deck,' which included a battery of warning lights for malfunctions.
Another California contribution to pop culture is the 'Tail of the Pup' restaurant, whose programmatic architecture informs us instantly of its purpose. Its curvaceous bun and protruding dog conjure up a multitude of associations. Built in 1946, the 'Pup' remains a beloved fixture in its Los Angeles neighborhood and in numerous films, where its appearance instantly signifies Lotus Land.
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