Used 2003 Ford Thunderbird for Sale near California
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Only show listings that include dealer fees- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 42,525
- Stock #:
- 1605
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A52Y120459

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
42,525 mi
No Price Listed
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Whisper White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Midnight Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 81,940
- Stock #:
- 103022
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A22Y115073

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
81,940 mi
$7,625
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Inspiration Yellow
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 45,794
- Stock #:
- 105369
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A62Y105369

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
45,794 mi
$16,202
- Year:
- 2003
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Coupe
- Engine:
- 280 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- BLK/Black
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Mileage:
- 6,217
- Stock #:
- 214393
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A33Y111471

2003 Ford Thunderbird
6,217 mi
$24,525
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 12,933
- Stock #:
- 114518
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A92Y114518

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
12,933 mi
$22,078
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Evening Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Midnight Black
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 49,468
- Stock #:
- 108357
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A32Y108357

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
49,468 mi
$15,103
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Thunderbird Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Thunderbird Blue
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 10,225
- Stock #:
- 22540
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A52Y125399

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
10,225 mi
$20,644
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Whisper White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Midnight Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 53,028
- Stock #:
- 2Y111600
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A12Y111600

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
53,028 mi
$13,450
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Evening Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Gray
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 19,378
- Stock #:
- 2Y127591
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A72Y127591

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
19,378 mi
$17,950
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Evening Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Midnight Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 58,155
- Stock #:
- 101607
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A92Y101607

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
58,155 mi
$14,193
- Year:
- 2004
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 280 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Green
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Gray
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 9,982
- Stock #:
- 1789-MWK
- VIN:
- 1FAHP63A14Y106850

2004 Ford Thunderbird
Pacific Coast Edition RWD
9,982 mi
$37,064
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Whisper White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Midnight Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 81,356
- Stock #:
- 17206
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A32Y109766

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
81,356 mi
$11,172
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Yellow
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 80,029
- Stock #:
- 2770C
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A92Y103485

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
80,029 mi
$17,084
About 2003 Ford Thunderbird
- Year:
- 2004
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 280 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Red (Maroon)
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Brown (Tan)
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 53,257
- Stock #:
- 103198
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A24Y103198

2004 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
53,257 mi
$17,087
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- [C5] Inspiration Yellow
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Inspiration Yellow
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 42,265
- Stock #:
- 926626
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A82Y125025
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2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
42,265 mi
$17,330
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 23,335
- Stock #:
- 1232-SAN
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A52Y101779

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
23,335 mi
$20,064
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 14,853
- Stock #:
- U17251A
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A62Y119403

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
14,853 mi
$20,840
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Evening Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Midnight Black
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 49,762
- Stock #:
- 125734RL
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A42Y125734

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
49,762 mi
$18,816
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Merlot Metallic
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Torch Red
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 57,334
- Stock #:
- SE-251247249
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60AX2Y101003

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
57,334 mi
$17,298
- Year:
- 2003
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 280 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Pink (Sunset Coral)
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Performance White
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Automatic
- Stock #:
- V22228
- VIN:
- 1FAHP62A73Y103466

2003 Ford Thunderbird
Limited Edition 007 with Removable Top RWD
$62,108
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Evening Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Midnight Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 109,200
- Stock #:
- 122108
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A82Y122108

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
109,200 mi
$10,115
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Gray
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 92,810
- Stock #:
- 131526
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A52Y131526

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
92,810 mi
$9,303
- Year:
- 2002
- Make:
- Ford
- Model:
- Thunderbird
- Body type:
- Convertible
- Doors:
- 2 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 252 hp 3.9L V8
- Exterior color:
- Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 18 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Torch Red
- Transmission:
- 5-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 7,585
- Stock #:
- C115068
- VIN:
- 1FAHP60A92Y115068

2002 Ford Thunderbird
Deluxe RWD
7,585 mi
$30,586
Overview

The 2003 Ford Thunderbird continues to impress right where the well-awarded 2002 model left off. A powerful 3.9-liter V8 engine gives the little car ample pep, and with the convertible top down, the ride is fun.
The engine is rated at 280 horsepower, which is needed to propel the compact yet heavy (2-ton) car. Gas mileage is as expected, around 20mpg on city and highway combined.
The 2003 Thunderbird is loaded with the extras and styling you would expect from a luxury vehicle.
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Anonymous
Reviewed a 2003 Ford Premium RWD on Apr 1, 2014
The Ford Thunderbird is a weekend cruiser. Drop the top for a great canyon drive with the retro look and feel, but all the modern requirements of a nice reliable car. This vehicle is the perfect pleasure car without breaking the bank!
Seth Z
Reviewed a 2003 Ford Premium RWD on Mar 17, 2008
Great retro styling, but not too retro like the PT Cruser. Real metal trim on the interior and comfortable, yet firm seats. Very nimble handling, although response is limited. Great performance and great sound. Overall a great luxury sports car. I'ts a shame they didn't sell well.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2003 Ford Premium RWD on Jun 13, 2007
Good combination of power and function. Love the looks.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2003 Ford Premium RWD on May 11, 2011
Mint condition: Red paint, black convertible top, black leather interior. Gets "Nice car" comments at stop lights. V8 engine gives 18 mpg on regular gas with good performance Lifetime maintenance by Campbell Ford Performance. Records available. No major problems in 7 years.
2003 Ford Thunderbird Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Premium RWD | $37,855 |
| Deluxe with Removable Top RWD | $39,310 |
| RWD | -- |
| Premium with Removable Top RWD | $40,355 |
| Deluxe RWD | $37,420 |
| Limited Edition 007 with Removable Top RWD | $43,390 |
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2003 Ford Thunderbird Price Trends
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See more price trends2003 Ford Thunderbird Pricing Analysis
Pricing by Popular US Cities
Market Area: Nationwide
Key Insights
- Highest-Price Market: The Dallas, TX market leads with an average price of $22,995, indicating a premium demand for the model in this area.
- Best Value: The Boston, MA market offers the lowest average price at $6,999, suggesting a potential opportunity for budget-conscious buyers.
- Inventory Drives Stability: The Chicago, IL market has the most listings at 84, which may contribute to more stable pricing dynamics in that region.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 84 | $21,816 |
| Atlanta, GA | 74 | $16,368 |
| New York, NY | 72 | $13,948 |
| Washington, DC | 72 | $9,497 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 71 | $22,245 |
| Boston, MA | 69 | $6,999 |
| Dallas, TX | 68 | $22,995 |
| Houston, TX | 63 | $18,998 |
Pricing by Trim Packages
Key Insights
- Volume Leader: The Deluxe RWD trim has the highest inventory with 407 listings, indicating strong market interest and availability.
- Premium Spread: The Limited Edition 007 with Removable Top RWD trim, priced at $43,390, shows a significant premium over the base trims, reflecting its exclusivity.
- Drivetrain Effect: All trims feature a RWD drivetrain, which may appeal to buyers seeking performance-oriented vehicles.
Trim-Level Details
| Trim | Listings | MSRP | Drivetrain | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe RWD | 407 | $37,420 | RWD | 3.9L 280 hp V8 |
| Premium RWD | 50 | $37,855 | RWD | 3.9L 280 hp V8 |
| Limited Edition 007 with Removable Top RWD | 3 | $43,390 | RWD | 3.9L 280 hp V8 |
| Premium with Removable Top RWD | 2 | $40,355 | RWD | 3.9L 280 hp V8 |
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- New-Car Premium: The 2003 model year has an average price of $15,695, which is $1,275 below its starting MSRP of $37,420, indicating a significant depreciation.
- Depreciation Curve: The 2004 model year experiences the steepest depreciation at -62.3%, highlighting a rapid decline in value for that year.
- Best Value Sweet Spot: The 1990 model year, with an average price of $12,795, shows the least depreciation at -17.6%, suggesting it may represent a better value for collectors.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Starting MSRP | Avg Price | Avg Price vs Starting MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | $38,985 | $16,140 | -58.6% |
| 2004 | $38,040 | $14,337 | -62.3% |
| 2003 | $37,420 | $15,695 | -58.1% |
| 2002 | $35,695 | $15,918 | -55.4% |
| 1997 | $18,395 | $6,988 | -62.0% |
| 1994 | $17,325 | $8,495 | -51.0% |
| 1993 | $16,292 | $9,643 | -40.8% |
| 1990 | $15,531 | $12,795 | -17.6% |
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 30, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
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