I have a 1996 Thunderbird. When I try to start it, it cranks but the engine doesn't stay running.

Asked by bkeckler21 Nov 06, 2014 at 11:25 AM about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird LX RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

If I start it, and hold the gas for a few minutes once it turns over, it stays running. But if it
sits for a few hours, I have the same problem again. Any ideas?

9 Answers

no I haven't. it just started last night. It was running fine. I parked the car and it sat for a few hours. I came back to start it and it starts and shuts off instantly.

15,715

Is there a chance it has jumped timing? Had a Chrysler that did that and the timing belt jumped a notch but it did run rough when it happened.

Your Answer:

Thunderbird

Looking for a Used Thunderbird in your area?

CarGurus has 727 nationwide Thunderbird listings starting at $5,999.

ZIP:

Own this car?

Share your experience with others.

1996 Ford Thunderbird

Review another car

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Larry Sturgis
    Reputation
    2,960
  • #2
    Gene Arnett
    Reputation
    2,080
  • #3
    MrBlueOval
    Reputation
    1,560
View All

Know more, shop wisely

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Ford Mustang
895 Great Deals out of 24,130 listings starting at $1,800
Used Chevrolet Corvette
693 Great Deals out of 12,039 listings starting at $4,995
Used Chevrolet Camaro
549 Great Deals out of 10,090 listings starting at $2,000
Used Lincoln Town Car
22 Great Deals out of 391 listings starting at $1,000
Used Lexus SC
19 Great Deals out of 434 listings starting at $6,495
Used Lincoln Continental
36 Great Deals out of 605 listings starting at $9,660
Used Mazda MX-5 Miata
128 Great Deals out of 2,820 listings starting at $4,495
Used Mercedes-Benz SL-Class
126 Great Deals out of 2,398 listings starting at $5,699
Used Porsche 911
337 Great Deals out of 3,679 listings starting at $16,900
Used Ford F-150
5,926 Great Deals out of 119,220 listings starting at $1,995
Used Buick Riviera
34 listings
Used Jeep Wrangler
3,243 Great Deals out of 57,005 listings starting at $3,000

Used Cars for Sale

2005 Ford Thunderbird For Sale
9 Great Deals out of 72 listings starting at $7,950
2004 Ford Thunderbird For Sale
7 Great Deals out of 103 listings starting at $6,950
2003 Ford Thunderbird For Sale
12 Great Deals out of 110 listings starting at $6,595
2002 Ford Thunderbird For Sale
19 Great Deals out of 255 listings starting at $5,999

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.