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Used 1996 Ford Thunderbird Consumer Reviews

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4.88 out of 5 stars

My 96 T-Bird

petjaz, 04/24/2002
1996 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
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A very dependable auto. Runs like a Swiss wristwatch. Oil was changed every 3000 miles, and engine wasn't looked at until 100,000 miles when I insisted on changing the platinum plugs. Now has 128,000 miles and is driven daily, as it is my only car. Have been thinking about buying something else, but why? My T Bird runs so well, why replace it!!!

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5 out of 5 stars

NICE 'Bird!!

kpc96, 06/14/2002
1996 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
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i bought this 'bird new with the sport package ( v8, spoiler, wheels, etc.) never had any problems, would never trade it in!..excellent styling, good power, very reliable!..all i added was my own stereo and speakers, k&n intake kit, and just recnetly put a new set of pirelli's on!!..super car, couldn't ask for more for the 20K i paid when new!

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5 out of 5 stars

J-birds T-bird

J-bird, 12/23/2002
1996 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
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Had this vehicle since it was new, now have 135,000 miles and climbing. Best car I ever owned. Regular 3000 oil changes and 30k services and never had any mechinical problems. I've been wanting a new SUV, but waiting for T- Bird to die first. I may be waiting for years because this car is extremely reliable. Very good buy. One downside: terrible in snow and ice.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Baby Boomer Special

jimmyg, 12/22/2002
1996 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
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I purchased this car used with 26,000 miles on it over 5 years ago and it has been a pure pleasure to drive. The V8 engine is powerfull but quiet, car handles and accelerates with ease. For us baby boomers it's as close to those great 60'S cars we can be. I was involed in a side crash(T'Bone) last year and the vehicle held the road even though the rear axel broke off. I thought the car would be totalled but the value of the vehicle, to my delight, remained high and it looks as good as new. Anyone who enjoys long drives on warm summer nights, just open the moonroof, turn up the sound and love your T'Bird

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Solid Car

Mike's t-bird, 01/10/2003
1996 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
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This is a terrific car. My V-8 has plenty of pep and handles like a tru sports car. Other than oil changes and new brake pads, I have not had to do anything to this car. The body still looks like it just came out of the showroom. I would keep it forever, exept my family is growing and strapping babies into the back seat is a chore. Other complaints are that the car is awfull in any type of foul weather and cup holders are useless.

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