Now in its second year, the Thunderbird gains 28 more horsepower and 25 more pound-feet of torque, bringing the totals to 280 and 286, respectively. The bump in power is due to new electronic throttle control and variable cam timing. All-speed traction control comes standard, and heated seats are now available as options. The instrument cluster has been revised, and new exterior and colors brighten up the palette. Finally, a new saddle interior package makes its debut with full saddle-style leather for the seats, steering wheel and shift knob.

Consumer reviews

Read what other owners think about the 2003 Ford Thunderbird.

Overall Consumer Rating

4.967 reviews

Write a review See all 67 reviews

5(88%)

4(12%)

3(0%)

2(0%)

1(0%)

Most helpful consumer reviews

Attracts attention

lhaskins,08/07/2014

I purchased this 2003 T-Bird (torch red with white roof) new and have had it ever since. It is not our primary car although we originally bought it for my wife to take to work. It was not long before we placed it in the garage (where it is now) with a dust cover on it. With 21,000+ it is more of a "toy" to enjoy riding in around town when the weather is cooperative. It is not

TOO EXPENSIVE TO REPAIR

merc51,01/04/2014

Beautiful car. Purchased in January 2013 for wife who loved it. White with hardtop and black and white interior. Had only 73000 miles on it and looked hardly used. came with all service records. Car was fun until the summer when the HVAC fan controller would only run at full blast. Found out that part was unavailable EVERYWHERE in the world but just as important cost to replace was over

Rare Bird in a world of look alikes

csp.la.ca.,02/07/2007

The Thunderbird is unique. After almost 3 years of ownership, I still get looks, questions and comments. They call the style retro, but actually it is a modern take of the early T-birds. The interior, I think is not unique but pretty good. For some reason I prefer the T-Bird to my BMW 540I. I like the car, I like the experience of owning the car. I was going to buy something else, but I

true beauty

Gator Bait,05/25/2009

Triple black, color, interior, soft and hard tops. amazing car that handles very well and with plenty of power. Has 95K and started running rough but ford came thru and replaced 5 of the 8 coils under warranty (till 100K on coils)and now runs as new, oh did I say ford replaced plugs and did a tune up for just parts for the inconvenience. I'm 6'5" and with the soft top on its tight but

Write a review

See all 67 reviews

Write a consumer review of your vehicle for a chance to WIN $100!

Write a review

See Official Rules for eligibility and other requirements.

Write a review

Features & Specs

MPG

16 city / 22 hwy

Seats 2

5-speed automatic

Gas

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG

16 city / 22 hwy

Seats 2

5-speed automatic

Gas

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG

16 city / 22 hwy

Seats 2

5-speed automatic

Gas

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

MPG

16 city / 22 hwy

Seats 2

5-speed automatic

Gas

280 hp @ 6000 rpm

See all Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird features & specs

Safety

NHTSA Overall Rating

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver4 / 5
Passenger5 / 5
Side Crash Rating
OverallNot Rated
Side Barrier Rating
OverallNot Rated
Driver5 / 5
PassengerNot Rated
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings
Front SeatNot Rated
Back SeatNot Rated
Rollover
Rollover5 / 5
Dynamic Test ResultNo Tip
Risk Of RolloverNot Rated

More about the 2003 Ford Thunderbird

Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird Overview

The Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird is offered in the following submodels: Thunderbird Convertible. Available styles include Premium 2dr Convertible (3.9L 8cyl 5A), Deluxe 2dr Convertible (3.9L 8cyl 5A), Premium 2dr Convertible w/Removable Hard Top (3.9L 8cyl 5A), Deluxe 2dr Convertible w/Removable Hard Top (3.9L 8cyl 5A), and Limited Edition 007 2dr Convertible (3.9L 8cyl 5A).

What's a good price on a Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird?

Save up to $300 on one of 5 Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird for sale at dealerships within 25 miles of Ashburn, VA with prices as low as $13,995 as of10/16/2018, based on data from dealers and consumer-driven dealer ratings ranging from2.3 to 5 out of 5 stars.

Price comparisons for Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird trim styles:

The Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird Premium is priced between $13,995 and$18,995 with odometer readings between 30786 and69283 miles.
The Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe is priced between $15,944 and$17,000 with odometer readings between 33148 and49575 miles.

Shop with Edmunds for perks and special offers on used cars, trucks, and SUVs near Ashburn, VA. Doing so could save you hundreds or thousands of dollars. Edmunds also provides consumer-driven dealership sales and service reviews to help you make informed decisions about what cars to buy and where to buy them.

Which used 2003 Ford Thunderbirds are available in my area?

Shop Edmunds' car, SUV, and truck listings of over 6 million vehicles to find a cheap new, used, or certified pre-owned (CPO) 2003 Ford Thunderbird for sale near. There are currently 5 used and CPO 2003 Thunderbirds listed for sale in your area, with list prices as low as $13,995 and mileage as low as 30786 miles. Simply research the type of car you're interested in and then select a used car from our massive database to find cheap prew-owned vehicles for sale near you. Once you have identified a used vehicle you're interested in, check the Carfax and Autocheck vehicle history reports, read dealer reviews, and find out what other owners paid for the Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird. Then select Edmunds special offers, perks, deals, and incentives to contact the dealer of your choice and save up to $300 on a used or CPO 2003 Thunderbird available from a dealership near you.

Can't find a used 2003 Ford Thunderbirds you want in your area? Consider a broader search.

Find a used Ford Thunderbird for sale - 5 great deals out of 5 listings starting at $10,087.

Find a used Ford for sale - 4 great deals out of 12 listings starting at $18,220.

Find a used certified pre-owned Ford Thunderbird for sale - 12 great deals out of 12 listings starting at $17,540.

Find a used certified pre-owned Ford for sale - 7 great deals out of 24 listings starting at $13,201.

Compare prices on the Used Ford Thunderbird for sale in Ashburn, VA to other major cities

City
Great Deals
Cars for Sale
Starting Price

San Jose, CA
Great Deals50
Cars for Sale2810
Starting Price$12,376
Detroit, MI
Great Deals39
Cars for Sale1782
Starting Price$12,182
San Francisco, CA
Great Deals72
Cars for Sale6245
Starting Price$17,030
Jacksonville, FL
Great Deals23
Cars for Sale1993
Starting Price$12,310
Austin, TX
Great Deals54
Cars for Sale7758
Starting Price$18,757
Columbus, OH
Great Deals23
Cars for Sale6471
Starting Price$16,316
Fort Worth, TX
Great Deals11
Cars for Sale3777
Starting Price$11,900
Memphis, TN
Great Deals16
Cars for Sale5193
Starting Price$7,265
El Paso, TX
Great Deals28
Cars for Sale1058
Starting Price$18,945
Denver, CO
Great Deals39
Cars for Sale7336
Starting Price$9,430
Washington, DC
Great Deals75
Cars for Sale4297
Starting Price$11,893
Kansas City, MO
Great Deals69
Cars for Sale4042
Starting Price$10,551
Omaha, NE
Great Deals84
Cars for Sale3794
Starting Price$8,326
Virginia Beach, VA
Great Deals36
Cars for Sale1647
Starting Price$9,274
Honolulu, HI
Great Deals55
Cars for Sale4287
Starting Price$7,685
Arlington, TX
Great Deals95
Cars for Sale2847
Starting Price$10,519

Should I lease or buy a 2003 Ford Thunderbird?

Is it better to lease or buy a car? Ask most people and they'll probably tell you that car buying is the way to go. And from a financial perspective, it's true, provided you're willing to make higher monthly payments, pay off the loan in full and keep the car for a few years. Leasing, on the other hand, can be a less expensive option on a month-to-month basis. It's also good if you're someone who likes to drive a new car every three years or so.

Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird

Ford Thunderbird years