Overview & Reviews
Average Score
4.68/5 Average
51 Total Reviews
This Year's Model Updates:
The Thunderbird receives few updates this year. A revised center console, a few new colors, and standard four-wheel disc brakes are the big news for 1997.
Pros:
- Lincoln Mark VIII style and performance on a Ford Contour budget. This is the perfect car for closet enthusiasts who need a car that is more mature than the Mustang.
Cons:
- The Thunderbird seriously needs a complete redesign. After eight years, the body is looking a little long-in-tooth.
User Reviews:
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Bad decision to buy this car - 1997 Ford Thunderbird
By Peter Wojnar - March 22 - 2:00 amStay away from this car if you are in the used car market. Suspension components wear out prematurely. The rubber components become brittle and fall apart. Ive spent $800 changing suspension components. First suspension repair after only 3 years! Also, the transmission developed a leak. Ford must have admitted a problem regarding transmissions as they paid for 80% of the repair, even though the vehicle was out of warranty.
