1986 Ford Thunderbird 2 door coupe review from North America
"This is one bad four cylinder"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The car sat for six years before I bought it.
I replaced the timing belt, starter, and did a complete tune up, when I bought the car.
I also changed the oil, to Valvoline Max Life, and and a K@N oil filter.
I replaced the stock alternator for a hi-performance one, do to my stereo, at 256,956 miles.
I need door panels, blue ones.
I replaced all stereo components>
General comments?
I love my Turbo Coupe. I have not had it long, but I'll keep it forever.
The car's 2.3 liter, turbo charged engine preforms great, and the handling is excellent. I highly recommend this car to anyone who still wants to prove that domestic cars are better than imports. The car also has great fuel economy.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1986 |
| Year of manufacture | 1986 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2004 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 256000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 262000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Festiva |
| Date of Entry | 10th October, 2004 |