1988 Ford Thunderbird Lx Turbo Coupe review from North America
"A high performance bargain"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
It has overheated due to extended usage on a low amount of gas. Suggestion is to not run it hard when low on gas as it will overheat and will not start until you put more gas into it. Tested once and only once has it done it.
Otherwise there is nothing wrong with the car. Not only that there has never been anything wrong with the car. Just look up the VIN before you buy one though. Sounds like people drive theirs too hard in too rough conditions, "Just to make sure nothing has happened to the car and that you know the history".
General comments?
It is a great car to own, fun to drive and fun to show off. It has all the features you could ever want on a car of that class and of that particular year.
If you are truly intrested in one, go test drive it for yourself, 7 out 10 you will like and it will be affordable.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1988 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.3 L Manual |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 8 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 6 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 46230 miles |
| Most recent distance | 47230 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme |
| Date of Entry | 23rd October, 2000 |