2005 Ford Thunderbird Review

2002 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible

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Fun to drive and fun to be seen driving, the Thunderbird successfully straddles a fine line between luxury and performance.

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Pros

Silky-smooth V8, cool retro styling, relaxed yet capable handling, available hardtop.

Cons

Minimal trunk space, lackluster interior design, no manual transmission offered.

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2002 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible FQ

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Deluxe

3.9L V8 engine
Automatic transmission
Up to 16 cty/22 hwy mpg
Satellite radio
Side/Curtain Airbags
Traction Control

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Premium

3.9L V8 engine
Automatic transmission
Up to 16 cty/22 hwy mpg
Satellite radio
Side/Curtain Airbags
Traction Control

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2005 Ford Thunderbird

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What's New for 2005

New this year are 50th anniversary exterior badges, newly styled aluminum applique trim on the doors and center stack, new map pockets on the seat backs and a handful of color changes.

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