1978 Ford Thunderbird review from North America
"A classic"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Transmission blew up at 95000 miles.
Radiator leaked at 98000 miles.
Motor mounts wore out at about 82000 miles.
General comments?
This car is very inexpensive to maintain... parts are cheap.
A new transmission cost $675 installed.
This year T-bird has a very nice body style.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 1990 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 351 C.I. Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 75000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 126000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Thunderbird |
| Date of Entry | 12th September, 2001 |