1989 Ford Thunderbird LX review from North America
"Great car for the price!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Driver side window won't move, but it's not the Motor.
Replaces the front brakes at 88 000 kilometers.
Replaced the rear brakes at 94 000 kilometers.
Chipping of paint on front and rear bumpers (common problem I see a lot on these birds) .
General comments?
For what the car is meant to be I think that it is totally underpowered. If any of you out there are looking for a powerful bird go for the super coupe.
When I first got the car it seemed to be guzzling a lot of gas. I got some fuel injection cleaner that I sent through the system and that cleared that problem right up and now mileage is actually pretty good.
This is a very comfortable car. the ride is smooth as well as acceleration. controls are easy to you and close at hand.
The old lady I got the car from must have been insane. it had 86 000 kilometers on it when I got it and was in almost perfect condition besides the air conditioning. I lucked out and got the car for less than 1700 dollars.
For an older car she is pretty easy on the eyes. the styling is pretty nice especially on certain angles.
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Don't Know |
| Model Year | 1989 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8L V6 Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6/10 |
| Reliability marks | 8/10 |
| Comfort marks | 8/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 86000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 94500 kilometres |
| Previous car | chrysler cirrus |
| Date of Entry | 23rd February, 2005 |