1979 Ford Thunderbird Town Landau review from UK and Ireland
"Looks ugly, but that's its beauty"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Some clicking noise from the electric seats.
Running lumpy and rich, but recent service and change of all filters oil and gearbox oil should fix the problem.
Alternator bearings collapsed and had to be fully rebuilt.
Interior looks as nice and clean as it probably did in 79.
General comments?
Really comfortable
Sounds nice
Puts a big grin on face when driving.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1979 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 351C Automatic |
| Performance marks | 6 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 4 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 7 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 45500 kilometres |
| Previous car | Renault Megane |
| Date of Entry | 4th August, 2003 |