March 10th, 2010 by

Even your grampa who drove the original would be impressed. Over fifty short years ago, Ford first came out with the Thunderbird. In grampa’s day, automobile choices were thin, yet they still bough this car in droves. Today, we have plenty of new car options, and people still in masses.

This version of the Thunderbird started life in 2002. Ford reintroduced the retro version of the Thunderbird to its fans, recalling the original two-seater roadster. This car is a direct child in terms of styling from its days in the 50’s. All reviewers went ga-ga over the one-of-a-kind porthole windows. The Ford Thunderbird was a big seller in its first year, but couldn’t keep up the momentum in subsequent years. This car made in only four years before Ford decided to stop production.  {This was always a great car, as long as you have a windscreen to tame the wind while driving top-down}.

This car was build on a shorter version of the rear wheel drive platform provided for the Lincoln LS and Jaguar S-Type sedans. The only option for an engine under the hood was the 3.9 liter, V8, which was also shared with the LS. The Ford Thunderbird came with only one transmission option, a five speed manual or automatic. The standard options of the Ford Thunderbird included four-wheel disc brakes, side airbags, and eye-popping 17-inch alloy wheels. If you wanted to upgrade, then you could get chrome wheels and traction control. A must-have accessory to keep down the significant turbulence is a windscreen, or see convertible windscreen reviews for more options. This new Thunderbird is generous with the space, both inside the compartment and trunk. For performance, this lethargic car is sticky around the bends and slow to take off from the stop light.

Prospective buyers contemplating a used Thunderbird have many options in configurations and powertrains. Driving enthusiasts will go for the power, while those seeking comfort should look for a stiffer chassis.

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When the author isn’t driving around in her Thunderbird, she’s a fan of theFord Thunderbird windscreen windblocker wind deflector, best psychics, and theSeattle HCG Diet.