2002 Ford Thunderbird Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
17 City / 23 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
252
Seats
2
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Eric P
My car is great! I think they should make new thunderbirds.
My car is blue with black seats which are very comfortable. My thunderbird has great gas mileage which really helps me save money.
accountCircle Savannah M
My car has a wonderful turn radius, amazing gas mileage, and never hesitates to crank right up. The most reliable car ever.
There really are no major issues with my car except the clips that hold the door panel on are terrible quality. I had to screw my door panels on because the clips broke.
accountCircle Frank Santisi
The car is an eyecatcher no matter where you go!
This guy badmouthed this 2002 Ford TBird We have this 2002 ford Tbird and can't wait to put the top down and go cruising.Best performing car I have had it has enough power and engine runs smooth very comfortable ride.Couldn't want a better Dream Car to Drive!
accountCircle Hope Bimm
Comfortable
It is the best ever 2002 . Runs rides handles beautifully
accountCircle Brenda McElhaney
I love this car!
I own a 2002 yellow Ford Thunderbird she has 8,000 miles on her. I bought her from a collector. I store it in the winter. Absolutely a joy to drive and I haven't had any problems!
accountCircle Isaac B
It's an original with respect
It pays tribute to the classic. It's a hard to find vehicle since only a few were made. It's classy in the inside as well as outside
accountCircle Lizz M
Surprisingly there is a lot of room. It's tiny on outside
I like that the doors open like barn doors. I like the extra storage l have in top.
accountCircle Tom Bird
154,000
I’ve owned my 2002 T Bird since May 2002. 154,000 miles and it runs great! It’s fun to drive & always receives positive comments.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Robin K
It's reliable and I've owned it since 2005 when I n
I love how big it is not too big not too small. I dislike how it handles the cold sheathed driving not very good in ice and snow p

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
252 HP 20-20 MPG 2 Seats
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Premium
252 HP 20-20 MPG 2 Seats
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w/Hardtop Deluxe
252 HP 20-20 MPG 2 Seats
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w/Hardtop Premium
252 HP 20-20 MPG 2 Seats
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2002 Ford Thunderbird Owner Reviews

4.60
15 Reviews
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5 stars 67%
4 stars 27%
3 stars 7%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Eric P on November 15, 2020
My car is great! I think they should make new thunderbirds.
My car is blue with black seats which are very comfortable. My thunderbird has great gas mileage which really helps me save money.
accountCircle Hope Bimm on November 10, 2020
Comfortable
It is the best ever 2002 . Runs rides handles beautifully
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Ranks #3 Luxury Large Cars by Owners

The 2002 Ford Thunderbird has an average owner rating of 4.60 out of 5 which ranks it #3 of 4 other Luxury Large Cars.

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car
2002 BMW 7 Series
5
2
car
2002 Lexus LS
4.9
3
car
2002 Ford Thunderbird
4.6

Ranks #3 Luxury Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2002 Ford Thunderbird has a combined MPG of 25 which ranks it #3 of 7 other Luxury Large Cars.

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2002 BMW 7 Series
26 MPG
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Tie
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2002 Audi A8
25 MPG
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2002 Ford Thunderbird
23 MPG

Is The 2002 Ford Thunderbird A Good Car?

For the price that I paid for the vehicle, it is a very good car. Very little damage and working ac. Good tired.
John S.

How Reliable Is The 2002 Ford Thunderbird?

The car did not come with any problems when I bought it. I did have to replace the battery in it though
Mary G.

Is The 2002 Ford Thunderbird A Good Value?

I bought the thunderbird for 700. Very good car, only one owner who took good care of it. Worth the money.
Molly S.

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Safety & Reliability

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