1983 Ford Thunderbird Heritage Coupe review from North America
"The perfect "will be" classic sports car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Front Passenger Seat electronic rear tilt doesn't work.
Stalls at intersections occasionally.
Poor city mileage (11-13 mpg).
General comments?
This car was a steal at $900.
The engine, having almost 300,000 miles on it, runs excellent for its age.
The outside of the car is BEAUTIFUL. The chrome and paint are in excellent condition with the exception of a few very small chips.
The interior is very comfortable and feels quite sporty. The upholstery is in excellent condition with a classy look.
Overall, I am extremely satisfied and pleased with its performance so far.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8L V6 2 Barrel Carburated Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 7/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 288000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 292000 miles |
| Previous car | Buick Century |
| Date of Entry | 5th February, 2004 |