2005 Ford Thunderbird Review
Price: $20,995





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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
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.
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 Milford, CT
56 listings
- 121,881 miles
- 1 accident, 3 owners, personal use only
- Salvage Reseller North (52 mi away)
- Front seat upholster...
- Heated front seats
- audio control Steeri...
- Premium radio Audiop...
- Power passenger seat
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Located in Marlboro, NY
This vehicle is located at Dyer, IN Copart yard. All purchases must take place online at www.salvagereseller.com. Visit our website to learn more.
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: 1FAHP60A25Y103624
Stock: 58043635
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 07-01-2025- $15,991fair price$849 above market
- 71,904 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 8cyl automatic
- Choice Auto Center (99 mi away)
- Leather Seats
- Power Driver Seat
- Multi-Zone Climate C...
- Auto Climate Control
- Alarm
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Located in Shrewsbury, MA
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AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
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:
18 Combined MPG (16 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FAHP60A65Y104887
Stock: C4582
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 05-31-2021
Cost to Drive
Monthly estimates based on costs in Connecticut
$276/mo for Thunderbird Deluxe
Thunderbird Deluxe
vs
$168/mo
Avg. Midsize Car
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Ford Thunderbird Owner Reviews
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This is the car of my dreams,
4.88 out of 5 starst-bird lover, 08/03/2007
2005 Ford Thunderbird Deluxe 2dr Convertible (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
I am in love with this car!It drives like a dream, yet has the power of a jet planeI have never gone out without at least 2 or 3 people telling me that I have a great car. They yell over to me at traffic lights ,stop signs and parking lots. I feel like a rock star! I think so highly of this car, that I have included it in my will. I never want it to leave the family.
Love the T Bird
5 out of 5 starsvalor trooper, 07/29/2015
2005 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
Only has 2 seats and limited space in the interior for additional items. Trunk is more than adequate to accommodate luggage or golf clubs. A really neat cruising car! Takes you back to the good old days of T-Bird but with modern updates (air conditioning, cruise control, dual climate control, power disc brakes, 12 volt system, cd player, power steering & brakes, and other nice … updates). Will cruise down the roadway with the best ! My T-Bird is a 2005 50th anniversary model convertible, color is red with black leather interior, black convertible top w/ electric defrost, and a Ford T-Bird white hardtop with round portal and electric defrost.Whenever we travel the vehicle commands interest, attention, and questions from both the curious and admirers! No regrets or concerns regarding my purchase of this great road car. Uses premium fuel but delivers 22-25 mpg even traveling the interstates at 65-70 miles per hour. Get one while the price is still reasonable, and target the 2005 50th Anniversary model T-Bird for the best holding value.
'05 T-bird
5 out of 5 starsgfrompitt, 10/26/2010
2005 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
Love this car. Loved it when it came out but was hoping for a standard transmission. Of course that is impossible now days. Car is not really a sports car, more of a sporty couple. It handles great but is no racer. I'd like it to be a little more stiff in the turns but for most people, they'd rather have the comfort ride. Haven't had to put a nickel into it since I've owned it. … great car.
Drive It Like You Stole It!
4.63 out of 5 starsFearless in Cashmere, 10/20/2009
2005 Ford Thunderbird Premium 2dr Convertible (3.9L 8cyl 5A)
I have always loved the Classic Birds. I used to help my brother Jeff restore them when we were growing up. So when the Retro Birds came out, I had to get one. I waited until the last year & got my 2005 50th Anniversary Thunderbird "Cashmere" Edition #884/1500. This is a very solid car!I trust this car impicitly, having driven it cross-country twice and drive it daily. Still have had NO … problems -except a little COP issue (not police officers!), & that's why I gave "Build Quality" a 9. But beyond that, eveything works very well. I got a solid 22mpg city/hwy mix but since I put on a K&N cold air intake I'm up around 24+ even with my driving. I hope you enjoy driving one as much as I do! Peace!
2005 Thunderbird Highlights
Deluxe
Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee | $38,355 |
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Engine Type | Gas |
Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $276/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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