1979 Ford Thunderbird review from North America
"Like a bigger Mustang"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
My transmission seals blew out 125000 miles.
My coil blew at 130000.
My starter shorted out at 150000.
General comments?
This car has some power.
It's sluggish from 0-20 mph, but after it hits 20 mph it's gone.
It has nice tight handling.
Has no problem burning a Corvette.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1979 |
| First year of ownership | 1998 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2002 |
| Engine and transmission | 351w Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 100000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 179000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Thunderbird |
| Date of Entry | 22nd January, 2002 |