Used 1987 Ford Thunderbird for Sale nearHouston, TX
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- 1986
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Coupe
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 5L V8
- Exterior color:
- Red
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- 4-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 136,482
- Stock #:
- 3604
- VIN:
- 1FABP46F4GH260619
1986 Ford Thunderbird
RWD
136,482 mi
$7,459
- Year:
- 1988
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Coupe
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 190 hp 2.3L I4
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 20 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 60,480
- Stock #:
- 5P002
- VIN:
- 1FABP64T0JH181752
1988 Ford Thunderbird
Turbo RWD
60,480 mi
$25,000
- Year:
- 1987
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Coupe
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 190 hp 2.3L I4
- Exterior color:
- Green
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 1,505
- Stock #:
- 2397
- VIN:
- 1FABP64W4HH161783
-$500
1987 Ford Thunderbird
Turbo RWD
1,505 mi
$18,499
$17,999
- Year:
- 1987
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Coupe
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 150 hp 5L V8
- Exterior color:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 20 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Red
- Transmission:
- 4-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 48,906
- Stock #:
- R26780
- VIN:
- 1FABP61F4HH134894
-$491
1987 Ford Thunderbird
Sport RWD
48,906 mi
$8,413
$7,922
- Year:
- 1987
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Coupe
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 190 hp 2.3L I4
- Exterior color:
- Red
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Mileage:
- 32,151
- Stock #:
- C004
- VIN:
- 1FABP64W6HH203192
1987 Ford Thunderbird
Turbo RWD
32,151 mi
$29,490
- Year:
- 1986
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Coupe
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 155 hp 2.3L I4
- Exterior color:
- Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 21 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Other
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 86,728
- Stock #:
- 2594
- VIN:
- 1FABP46W8GH224061
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1986 Ford Thunderbird
Turbo RWD
86,728 mi
$13,372
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Overview
The 1987 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe was that year's Motor Trend 'Car of the Year'. Quite an honor for a model line that had looked dead in the water at the start of the '80s! The award was certainly deserved: Ford had poured plenty of engineering know-how into their revamp of the '87 Thunderbird Turbo Coupe.
Its 2.3 liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine was now offered with the air-to-air intercooler also seen in the Ford Mustang SVO; this reengineering brought the Turbo Coupe's output up to a whopping 190 horsepower when combined with 5-speed manual transmission. The Turbo Coupe was also available with a new 4-speed automatic transmission, with a maximum output of 150 horsepower. In addition, the flagship Turbo Coupe came with performance extras like anti-lock disc brakes and Automatic Ride control.
The rest of the 1987 Thunderbird line got a slight shakeup in terms of its trim offerings. The Elan model was discontinued; it was replaced by new LX and Sport models. The Sport trim came standard with the 5.0 liter fuel-injected V-8 engine; the LX shipped with the Essex V-6.
A new swept-back aerodynamic redesign made the '87 Ford Thunderbird sleeker than ever. With its newly flush-mounted headlights and narrower grille, the '87 T-Bird had a sharp, forward-looking appeal. Fuel efficiency remained solid, with maximum highway mileage ranging from 24 to 30 miles per gallon.
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Anonymous
Reviewed a 1987 Ford RWD on Apr 19, 2014
I purchased my 1987 T-Bird in 1995 for a mere 5,000 deutschmarks and kept it through 2001. The Thunderbird was the base version, but that didn't show. All desirable options were present (automatic transmission, power brakes/steering/windows/seats/door locks/decklid relase, air conditioning, cruise control etc.) and they all worked fine. This was the most reliable American vehicle I had ever owned until then. Build quality was good and the materials used inside looked and felt classy. It was comparatively cheap to operate, got great gas mileage (25 mpg). The 3.8-liter V6 engine was not very responsive to gas pedal Input; 120 horsepower was adequate, but no more. 0-60 mph times averaged about 11-12 seconds, top speed was approx. 112 mph. Handling was typically American with low cornering power due to marked understeer. Steering was quick for an American car and the brakes worked quite well. It was not a sporty car by any stretch of the imagination, but a very nice, exceedingly comfortable cruiser and a very attractive car to boot. Had I not needed a four-door automobile back in 2001, I definitely would have kept the T-Bird. Instead, I sold it to a friend who's been getting many years of useful and dependable service out my good old '87 T-Bird since then. May the Bird fly for many more years to come.
Karen F
Reviewed a 1987 Ford Turbo RWD on Sep 25, 2013
Over all this car is one fine looking ride. It has get up and go even with its age has been well maintained inside and out very low mileage for age good gas mileage no leaks or paint fade great car
Ted T
Reviewed a 1987 Ford Turbo RWD on Jun 12, 2012
Excellent older vehicle. Fun to drive. Borg-Warner T5 tranny. Whats not to love? And my kid fits in the back! I get almost 30mpg in her and she is a blast to drive. On the highway you cant ask for a better ride!
Anonymous
Reviewed a 1987 Ford Turbo RWD on Aug 15, 2014
My tbird is old, she's tired, needs TLC, it's hard to find special parts like headlights and stick shift knobs n such and sometimes it's easy to hate this car because when one problem is fixed, another arises. Yet, the car keeps rolling, it's the best sounding 4 cylinder I have ever heard, the turbo adds some fun for this old Pinto engine, and It is a VERY pretty car! Previous owner didn't know how to drive stick and didn't know about 5th gear...all this explains why synchros are out in the transmission and the throwout bearing is shot. I think it's leaking under the rear window (notorious for many old cars it seems), I can't find any good headlight replacements as mine are dull and interior plastics are falling apart. Despite, all of this, she's my baby, many people I know think it's a hot car (and recognize me for the one with the old Thunderbird) and there just isn't too much to say because I think this car was very well built! My review is biased, and my car needs a lot of work done so I'm not really "experiencing" the car in all it's glory, but I can't wait to drive it again!
1987 Ford Thunderbird Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| RWD | $13,460 |
| Sport RWD | $15,497 |
| LX RWD | $15,789 |
| Turbo RWD | $17,032 |
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