2004 Ford Thunderbird Review
Price Range: $12,888 - $14,000





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Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
Pros
- Silky-smooth V8, cool retro styling, relaxed yet capable handling, available hardtop.
Cons
- Minimal trunk space, lackluster interior design, no manual transmission offered.
What’s new
For 2004, the Thunderbird gets revised seat trim, an Audiophile stereo, Homelink and newly styled aluminum accents. Exterior changes include new V8 badging, redesigned 17-inch wheels and a Light Sand Appearance package, which includes cream-colored gauges, a sand-colored top and bronze interior accents. Merlot, Platinum Silver and Vintage Mint Green are new exterior paint choices this year.
Edmunds says
Fun to drive and fun to be seen driving, the Thunderbird successfully straddles a fine line between luxury and performance.
For sale near East Lansing, MI
105 listings
- New ListingPhotos not available$14,000fair price$149 above market
- 62,053 miles
- 8cyl automatic
- Sovereign Auto Group (41 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
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Located in Flushing, MI
Please do not email asking about availability, please call or include a telephone number - We are a no pressure no nonsense dealership but we like to ...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary Unavailable.
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/21 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FAHP60A74Y106856
Stock: 15041
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 03-29-2025 - 76,210 miles
- 1 accident, 4 owners, personal use only
- Simms Chevrolet (47 mi away)
- Remote keyless entry
- Steering wheel mount...
- Premium audio system...
- Power passenger seat
- Panic alarm
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Located in Clio, MI
2004 Ford Thunderbird RWD 5-Speed Automatic 3.9L V8 DOHC 32V **Thunderbird is sold AS-IS** 4-Wheel Disc Brakes, 8 Speakers, ABS brakes, Air Conditioni...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: No
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FAHP63A14Y107917
Stock: 25C172
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 08-21-2025
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Michigan
$309/mo for Thunderbird Deluxe
Thunderbird Deluxe
vs
$171/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
Ford Thunderbird Owner Reviews
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No Whining Here
5 out of 5 starsDoug Boone, 09/25/2016
2004 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible w/Removable Hard Top (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
After driving Lincoln Towncars and Honda Accords for the last 30 years, I wanted the excitement of an open top roadster again. Three months of careful reading and price shopping led me to buy a well driven and well cared for 2004 Thunderbird. This Pacific Coast version is exceeding my expectations every day I drive it. Regardless of the Texas summer heat, the soft top has only been up … twice since I bought it. The hard top awaits installation of an electric hoist which will need to occur before our next ice storm due in January (4 months away). It is my humble opinion this car is as close to the perfect roadster as it can be. Even with 150,000 miles on the clock, it will still move onto Texas' 75MPH freeways with no stress and will pass more expensive "performance" cars fast enough they only get a glimpse of the logo on the trunk. Those who complain about this car must live in a fantasy world. My Thunderbird was so inexpensive to buy because of the whining I read from others about Thunderbird, that I feel like I should send each of them a candy lolleypop as a thank you gift. Update April 2018. Still perfect for
my daily needs No major expense and no regrets. Car still looks like showroom condition and the Monterey Mist color draws consistent praise.
Still Fun, Fun, Fun
4.75 out of 5 starsChuck's '04 PCR, 10/05/2010
2004 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible w/Removable Hard Top (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
This is an update of my earlier review (Fun, Fun, Fun Written by: Chuck's '04 PCR on 04/27/2007) OK, 3.5 years later & she's a daily driver. Still love the car, but sure am glad I got the 7-yr/100k warranty. I have replaced 7 of the 8 coils (actually Ford has), and I am just waiting for the last one to get bad enough to replace. Ford has extended the warranty on the COPs (Coil on Plug) … to 10 yrs/100,000 miles, so any replacements should be free. I have not had any problems with the replaced coils. Just replaced the thermostat & upper radiator hose at 71k. I take it to a Lincoln dealer for service, since it is essentially a Lincoln LS and the Ford guys typically know nothing about the car.
Could Not Help Myself
4.63 out of 5 starscorkyf, 05/06/2010
2004 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible w/Removable Hard Top (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
A neighbor of my announced Friday that he wanted to sell his 2004 Pacific Coast Roadster T-bird with 16,300 miles. Monday I owned a T-bird. I drove it yesterday on a 350 mile trip and am very impressed with the car. It has less wind noise than any other convertible I've owned. It cruises on the highway great and has super 60 to 80 passing power on two lane roads. The seats are … comfortable and the radio/cd player sounds good. The top is a breeze to put up and down. Mine has the original tires and they ride great. This car makes a super adult roadster. It rides great and has very nice retro styling. Baby Boomers can't do better. I think buying one now is a great investment.
2004 t bird
4.75 out of 5 starsricebird, 07/22/2010
2004 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible w/Removable Hard Top (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
2004 tbird premium. When I purchased the car I was told not to take it through the car wash as the pressure would break the seals. I have not done this and have no leaks and wind noise free. One bad thing is the coils I have had 6 replaced so far.
2004 Thunderbird Highlights
Deluxe
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $37,435 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $309/month |
Seating | 2 seats |
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place | 8.5 cu.ft. |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Warranty | 3 years / 36,000 miles |
Safety
Key safety features on the Thunderbird include:
- Alarm
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriver5 / 5PassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRollover5 / 5Dynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
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