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“The Big 'bird”

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Erik1111 recommends this car
09/09/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

Performance is very solid for a car that's 12 years old and weighs in at around 3500 pounds.  It's been mistaken for a cop car, and gets the tires spinning pretty well.  Ride is comfortable yet the car feels precise and handles well, with a tight turning radius for its size.  Quiet, comfortable, looks are appealing if understated.  Exhaust could be a little more agressive-sounding, and a swap to the DOHC Lincoln V8 would provide a nice boost in performance.

Pros — Acceleration, Handling, Fit and Finish, Price
Cons — Weight, Gas Mileage, Automatic
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“Alright Ford”

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07/02/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

Once again rattly, shaky peices after a while with a Ford, but it had good performace, easy to drive.

Pros — Performace
Cons — Build quality, not easy to see out of - like you're sitting in a bucket like with the mustang.
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“Best Car You Could Ever Own!”

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Jessica514 recommends this car
05/28/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

Alpine Green exterior color, 140k miles, runs like she's brand new, had one accident that saved my life and the only damage done was front left quarter panel, just absolutely AMAZAZING!!!

Pros — tight cornering, 0-60 in less than 5 secs, runs great for 140k miles...
Cons — horn in middle of steering wheel than side buttons
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“Loove It”

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Tyler273 recommends this car
04/08/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

i love how it takes corners great. seats are really comftorable and just drives great

Pros — 1st car and i love it, takes turns great and it great to drive
Cons — gas mileage isnt the greatest...
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“Most Bad Ass Car Ever”

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William961 recommends this car
03/03/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

Powerful Engine, nice ride, very luxurious without being too fancy, good stereo

Pros — Fast reliable and powerful
Cons — Not the best Mileage
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“The Pearl Baby.”

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02/07/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

Pearl White, 2 Door, V6 - 3.8 Liter Engine. This baby Gets some.

Pros — Fast And Good looking
Cons — Its not a V8
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“My Baby”

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Gail41 recommends this car
01/07/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

Was absolutely Beautiful, I miss you

Pros — Best car I ever owned
Cons — It was written off
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“They Don't Make Them Like This Anymore.”

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Jerry50 recommends this car
01/01/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

I bought this vehicle in 2003 and I am the second owner.  Bought this thing with 117K now its at about 138K.  Straight pipes out the back for that deep rumble and K&N direct intake.  I just recently took it out of storage.  It sat unused and a bit smashed up from 2005 to 2007 but its back and better than ever.  Chris Hardtke and I fixed all the flaws and made it quite presentable.  New sound all around with Pioneer speakers and 2 12's in the trunk.  USB flash drive head unit and I'm good to go.  Very quick.  I have been on a few police ride alongs and I think this one is faster and quicker than the Crown Vic police package.  Current speed limiter at about 115 but I'm working on getting the Hypertech programmer.  I try to keep up on all the mechanical aspects and rust as well, but i don't drive it very much.  The roads must be salt free and try to be dry before I even bother with it.  My Sundance is my everyday car and close to my heart as well.  

I have ground effects for it but I have mixed feelings about putting them back on or not.  Otherwise handles very well and the 4.6L is very solid unlike the problemactic 3.8L they put in these cars as well.  I'm always on the look out for nicer rims as well.

I replace parts that wear out on this car such as shocks, sensors, and anything else that shows wear.

Giving that no one else destroys this car, because I know I won't, I'd say its good for at least 250K.

Pros — Very powerful, engine sounds deep and mean, turns some heads, soundsystem is at perfection, perfect gear ratio, interior is cozy and roomy with digital climate control, 8 way power seat
Cons — No Posi, engine speed limiter, sun roof broke and leaks, hood should be built up a few more inches, stupid LED tail lights work when they want(made by HP), these cars aren't very valuable with high miles, paint on spoiler is chipping everywhere
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“They Don't Make Them Like This Anymore.”

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Jerry50 recommends this car
01/01/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

I bought this vehicle in 2003 and I am the second owner.  Bought this thing with 117K now its at about 138K.  Straight pipes out the back for that deep rumble and K&N direct intake.  I just recently took it out of storage.  It sat unused and a bit smashed up from 2005 to 2007 but its back and better than ever.  Chris Hardtke and I fixed all the flaws and made it quite presentable.  New sound all around with Pioneer speakers and 2 12's in the trunk.  USB flash drive head unit and I'm good to go.  Very quick.  I have been on a few police ride alongs and I think this one is faster and quicker than the Crown Vic police package.  Current speed limiter at about 115 but I'm working on getting the Hypertech programmer.  I try to keep up on all the mechanical aspects and rust as well, but i don't drive it very much.  The roads must be salt free and try to be dry before I even bother with it.  My Sundance is my everyday car and close to my heat as well.  

I have ground effects for it but I have mixed feelings about putting them back on or not.  Otherwise handles very well and the 4.6L is very solid unlike the problemactic 3.8L they put in these cars as well.  I'm always on the look out for nicer rims as well.

I replace parts that wear out on this car such as shocks, sensors, and anything else that shows wear.

Giving that no one else destroys this car, because I know I won't, I'd say its good for at least 250K.

Pros — Very powerful, engine sounds deep and mean, turns some heads, soundsystem is at perfection, perfect gear ratio, interior is cozy and roomy with digital climate control, 8 way power seat
Cons — No Posi, engine speed limiter, sun roof broke and leaks, hood should be built up a few more inches, stupid LED tail lights work when they want(made by HP), these cars aren't very valuable with high miles, paint on spoiler is chipping everywhere
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“They Don't Make Them Like This Anymore.”

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Jerry50 recommends this car
01/01/2008
Reviewing: 1996 Used Ford Thunderbird 2 Dr LX Coupe

I bought this vehicle in 2003 I am the second owner.  Bought this thing with 117K now its at about 138K.  Stright pipes out the back for that deep rumble and K&N direct intake.  I just recently took it out of storage.  It sat unused and a bit smashed up from 2005 to 2007 but its back and better than ever.  New sound all around with Pioneer speakers and 2 12's in the trunk.  USB flash drive head unit and I'm good to go.  Very quick.  I have been on a few police ride alongs and I think this one is faster and quicker than the Crown Vic police package.  I try to keep up on all the mechanical aspects and rust as well, but i don't drive it very much.  The roads must be salt free and try to be dry before I even bother with it.

Pros — V8 performance, roomy, confident when i turn the key
Cons — stupid led tail lights work on and off and it does not have posi trac, sun roof motor broke
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