2004 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
280
Seats
2
Front angle view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Gina W
The 2004 Ford thunderbird in review.
The Ford thunderbird is a wonderful vehicle. I have had very few problems with the car. The interior is classy with wonderful detailing. The automatic top works much better than expected and the his hers shifter is a bonus. The only drawback to this vehicle is the repair costs through the dealers. Parts are expensive but I have only had to replace a few so far.
accountCircle Frederic
Comfortable looks powerful maintenance
Great comfort style power and maintenance
accountCircle LARRY HOYT
SOLENOIDS
THE PLUG SOLENOIDS ON THIS CAR WERE ON RECALL. THEY ARE PRETTY CHEAP TO REPLACE WITH AFTER MARKET GOOD ONE AND PROBABLY SOMETHING YOU CAN DO YOURSELF. EACH PLUG HAS ONE OF THESE DEVICES.
accountCircle Sommer K
I have had the transmission rebuilt! Runs good. Don't know why engine light comes on. Maybe electrical issue.
Small 2 seater convertible with hardtop. V8 engine good performance. Have had problems with electrical system. Engine check has come on many times. I take in but repair man has never found problem. Keeps running!! I'm glad!!

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 20-20 MPG 2 Seats
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Premium
280 HP 20-20 MPG 2 Seats
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Pacific Coast Roadster
280 HP 20-20 MPG 2 Seats
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2004 Ford Thunderbird Owner Reviews

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accountCircle Frederic on March 8, 2021
Comfortable looks powerful maintenance
Great comfort style power and maintenance
accountCircle LARRY HOYT on June 26, 2020
SOLENOIDS
THE PLUG SOLENOIDS ON THIS CAR WERE ON RECALL. THEY ARE PRETTY CHEAP TO REPLACE WITH AFTER MARKET GOOD ONE AND PROBABLY SOMETHING YOU CAN DO YOURSELF. EACH PLUG HAS ONE OF THESE DEVICES.
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Ranks #2 Luxury Large Cars by Owners

The 2004 Ford Thunderbird has an average owner rating of 4.50 out of 5 which ranks it #2 of 7 other Luxury Large Cars.

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2004 Lexus LS
4.85
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2004 Audi A8
4.5
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2004 Kia Amanti
4.5
2
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2004 Ford Thunderbird
4.5

Ranks #4 Luxury Large Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2004 Ford Thunderbird has a combined MPG of 24 which ranks it #4 of 7 other Luxury Large Cars.

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2004 BMW 7 Series
26 MPG
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2004 Lexus LS
25 MPG
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2004 Ford Thunderbird
23 MPG

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Safety & Reliability

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