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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I LOVE THIS CAR - 1997 Ford Thunderbird
By James Mock I - March 9 - 5:36 pmThis is my third and favorite TBIRD to date... Compared to my 91 LX and 94 SC, this is an all-around improvement. I like everything about this model. Performance with the 4.6L V8 is great, fuel economy is at 23+ MPG, handling is great, OOOHMYGOSH comfort. No major problems mechanically. Very forgiving on the maintainence, not to say dont do it, but if you dont change the oil exactly at 3000-3500 miles there is no decrease in performance.
