1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe from North America - Comments

14th Sep 2000, 13:56

"Great toy, not an everyday car"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Most recently the transmission and catalytic converter.

I have had this car for almost 12 years and the maintenance and repairs have been very costly.

Oil leaks, tail lights that blow out on a monthly basis, clutch, electric windows, electric door locks, graphic equalizer, electric seats just to name a few of the items that I have had repaired, some of them more than once.

General comments?

I LOVE THIS CAR!!! When it is good it is the best car to drive!! If I didn't love it so much, I would have unloaded it a long time ago.

Also, for the record I have had the oil changed every 3,000 miles faithfully since the day I drove it off the lot as well as regular tune ups and maintenance.

I highly recommend NOT test driving this car or you will become addicted like me and will never again be able to afford the finer things in life.

On the other hand, if you are one of the lucky few who have money to throw away, if you can find one in decent condition, buy it!!


18th Dec 2003, 09:47

I agree its the best car ever! I have an 87 turbo, garage kept, only 19,453 miles. It's a beauty.


24th Feb 2004, 14:04

I have 87 turbo I bought new in 1987.The problems I have had with the car was it seem to overheat in the summer. I have 33300 mile on it The gas line rusted out and it had to be replaced. Ford dealers would not do it.. I had to get a private shop to make a new gas line. Above all that it has been a great car and I love it. I don't know if I would recommend buying one used.

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