1988 Ford Thunderbird Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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This Car has balls. Mine has a 5.0L v8. It accelerates faster then most cars out there and it has more power than most of the mustangs out there. If you have one try to find the orignial body kit from the 5.0 version . you might as well forget it.
Published Aug 9, 2022 by CarGurus Editorial Team
User reviews for 1988 Ford Thunderbird
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by Ethan B
Oct 19, 2011
This car was built to race in autocross. Very little to do with comfort or anything besides handling and power. I did spend time making it stand out with the paint and wheels. This car is very fun to drive!Oct 19, 2011
by Nick P
Jun 25, 2011
Fun car haven't had the opportunity to drive much drives like any big car tho going slowly. Interior is the plus of this car all automatic, great leg room. Great car for someone who wants something sporty but a little more modest then mustang.Jun 25, 2011
by Anthony R
Dec 09, 2009
5 speed stick shift
Turbo
beats 5.0 mustangs
one hell of a car
lots of electronics in it
all original
no performance parts put on it because it does not need them
will surprise the hell out of you with what it can doDec 09, 2009
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by Ethan B
Oct 19, 2011
This car was built to race in autocross. Very little to do with comfort or anything besides handling and power. I did spend time making it stand out with the paint and wheels. This car is very fun to drive!Oct 19, 2011
by Nick P
Jun 25, 2011
Fun car haven't had the opportunity to drive much drives like any big car tho going slowly. Interior is the plus of this car all automatic, great leg room. Great car for someone who wants something sporty but a little more modest then mustang.Jun 25, 2011
by Anthony R
Dec 09, 2009
5 speed stick shift
Turbo
beats 5.0 mustangs
one hell of a car
lots of electronics in it
all original
no performance parts put on it because it does not need them
will surprise the hell out of you with what it can doDec 09, 2009
by Chad H
Oct 16, 2009
PERFORMANCE- 302 v8 provided good acceleration, braking was good enough, handling was decent.
BUILD QUALITY- It needed too many repairs for me to keep it, the headlights needed new lenses, it needed a new wiring harness, the engine and transmission needed to be rebuilt, along with some axle work...
APPEARANCE- Interior was fairly clean, exterior needed a paint job.
COST OF OWNERSHIP- gas mileage ran about 18 mpg, it had a quick drain on the oil pan making maintenance fairly easy.
FUN FACTOR- I had fun with this car, but it is NOT as much fun as my Bus (Subaru, U R A Bus when spelled back words.).Oct 16, 2009
by Dallas J
Aug 13, 2009
Amazing car i like it. Great for driving and everything. Amazing performance for being mostly stock it has around 250HP. It gets around 20-25mph if you drive it nice. Hell ya this car is so fun to drive! Always pick a ford! GO USA!Aug 13, 2009
by Dave W
Jul 12, 2009
Aggressive looking solid clear cut lines, makes people take a second look every time, the sweet sound of Boost is undeniable. The cost to maintain the vehicle is very affordable and the aftermarket realm for parts is considerably large and plentiful.Jul 12, 2009
by Matthew S
Jan 30, 2009
Performance – acceleration, braking, handling all good
Build Quality – good, sport style, some plastic and steel
Appearance – both interior and exterior styling
Cost of Ownership – gas mileage, maintenance
Fun Factor – is this car fun to drive? Yes, it is fun to drive.
I would recommend this car to my friends.
Jan 30, 2009
by Anonymous
May 19, 2008
This is my third thunderbird and i have to say that i still love the cars. I got a 1984 thunderbird as my first car. It had a 5.0L that we ripped out of a wrecked mustang in it. When i decided to get it painted I sanded off the paint and it was covered in bondo. So we junked the body and kept the organs. I then bought a 1988 thunderbird turbo coupe and drove it for awhile. Then i wanted my 5.0 back so i sold it and bought a thunderbird lx and dropped my engine in it. May 19, 2008
by Jeffrey H
Apr 03, 2008
I bought this car fully stock with a bad oil leak at the on the intake and the oil pan i have since put in a rebuilt motor, put BBK headers, H-pipe, and flowmasters dumped in front of the rear axle. I've also rebuilt the trans and put in a PA street/strip valve body and a 8.8" rearend with 3.73 and limited slip from my automatic turbo coupe. Also have a few other small things done to it. Apr 03, 2008
by Joseph B
Mar 18, 2008
I have had this car for a while, and its awesome. My friends and I have many memories in this car. It drives nice, the engine might not produce the power that people want it to, but it gets the job done.Mar 18, 2008
by Brent B
Feb 10, 2008
1988 Ford Thunderbird. 3.8 V6. Comfortable on the inside of the car. Was build for the family. Outside came practical for families. Plain and reserved. two Door RWD car. Reliable if you take care of it.Feb 10, 2008
by Anonymous
Oct 26, 2006
i love this car, but it has many quirks. its ugly, it handles like a large suv, and it's slow, but ive never had any trouble with it. i guess i dont know why i like it. however, i think everyone should own one.Oct 26, 2006
1988 Ford Thunderbird Pricing
Original MSRP
$13,927 to $17,578Price range
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N/ATrims & specs
Audio System
Equalizer: graphic · AM/FM radio
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Audio System
Equalizer: graphic · AM/FM radio
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: split-bench · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
Audio System
Equalizer: graphic · AM/FM radio
Comfort Features
Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Audio System
Equalizer: graphic · AM/FM radio
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel
Convenience Features
Steering wheel: tilt-only
Lights
Exterior entry lights: security approach lamps
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power
Roof
Moonroof: power
Seats
Front seat type: sport bucket · Upholstery: cloth
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: intermittent
