Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
17 -18 City / 24 HWY
Horsepower
280
Seats
2
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Dave
4 SEAT VERSION IS WHAT KILLED THE ORIGINAL LITTLE BIRD
GREAT SPORTY CAR. IT WAS NOT DESIGNED TO TAKE THE KIDS TO THE BEACH, ETC. JUST YOU AND YOUR HONEY!
accountCircle Eddie P
It was a limited edition and has a Jaguar engine in it.
I like that it has a V8 engine, a convertible top and a lot of sensors.
accountCircle Amber R
I like my vehicle, but I would to replace it with a newer model.
It is incredibly safe to drive, and I have had no problems with it.
accountCircle Dale
Head turner
Love my Torch Red bird....it’s worth the price these days. I am second owner and its like new 47k ....I’ve had a 50th anniversary vette and its not a vette but its right up there for sweet ride
accountCircle Adam g
You need to take care of it.
It looks great and is a lot of fun to drive. The mpg is just okay, but could be worse. I've had it for a long time and it's still running well
accountCircle Jerry W
Someday it will become a classic.
Only a two passenger car. The trunk space is too small making it hard to use for anything other than cruising. Has good power and looks. Would like to see it made as a four passenger vehicle.
accountCircle Paul. Simmons
Expensive. To maintain
Style is good Repair parts are hard to find And over priced

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Jerry W
Someday it will become a classic.
Only a two passenger car. The trunk space is too small making it hard to use for anything other than cruising. Has good power and looks. Would like to see it made as a four passenger vehicle.
accountCircle Paul. Simmons
Expensive. To maintain
Style is good Repair parts are hard to find And over priced

Ford Thunderbird Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Deluxe
280 HP 21-21 MPG 2 Seats
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Premium
280 HP 21-21 MPG 2 Seats
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50th Anniversary
280 HP 21-21 MPG 2 Seats
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2005 Ford Thunderbird Owner Reviews

3.33
9 Reviews
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5 stars 22%
4 stars 33%
3 stars 22%
2 stars 0%
1 star 22%
accountCircle Paul. Simmons on December 8, 2020
Expensive. To maintain
Style is good Repair parts are hard to find And over priced
accountCircle Amber R on November 1, 2020
I like my vehicle, but I would to replace it with a newer model.
It is incredibly safe to drive, and I have had no problems with it.

Ranks #6 Luxury Large Cars by Owners

The 2005 Ford Thunderbird has an average owner rating of 4.10 out of 5 which ranks it #6 of 7 other Luxury Large Cars.

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4.69
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4.67
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4

Ranks #3 Luxury Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2005 Ford Thunderbird has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #3 of 8 other Luxury Large Cars.

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26 MPG
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25 MPG
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24 MPG

Is The 2005 Ford Thunderbird A Good Car?

Yes! it is a very dependable car! good gas mileage very roomy. Comfortable to drive. Spacious backseat! it’s a 2 door car but it’s big and spacious
Darrell H.

How Reliable Is The 2005 Ford Thunderbird?

No this car does not have any problems. it’s very dependable low mileage . I would trust it from here to Florida! I love this car !
Christina S.

Is The 2005 Ford Thunderbird A Good Value?

I got mine cheap . I bought it from a family member. Yes for what I have for the car with the low mileage and good body condition it was worth every penny
Liz C.

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