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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:
47,295
Stock #:
J12223A
VIN:
1FAHP60A32Y102686
Evening Black 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive 5-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$600

 

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Deluxe RWD

47,295 mi

Arlington Heights, IL
26 mi away
No Rating

$11,995

$11,395

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
Thunderbird Blue 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
Price drop

-$500

 

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Deluxe RWD

10,225 mi

Downers Grove, IL
22 mi away
No Rating

$17,912

$17,412

Customer summary

What people are saying:

4.5

The Ford Thunderbird has been a beloved car across its many model years, praised for its stylish designs, powerful engines, and comfortable interiors. Owners regularly enjoy the fun driving experience, particularly with the top down in convertible models. However, common criticisms include limited trunk space, occasional reliability issues, and varied fuel economy across models. Overall, the Thunderbird has retained its status as a classic and continues to attract admiration for its nostalgic appeal and performance.

AI generated from the text of customer reviews.

Year:
1965
Make:
Ford
Model:
Thunderbird
Body type:
Coupe
Exterior color:
Creme
Interior color:
Red
Transmission:
3-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
28,530
Stock #:
2764-CHI
VIN:
5Y83Z136312
Creme 1965 Ford Thunderbird Coupe  3-Speed Automatic

 

1965 Ford Thunderbird

Coupe

28,530 mi

Tinley Park, IL
25 mi away
No Rating

$16,367

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
Red 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Deluxe RWD

12,933 mi

Home delivery from Winter Garden, FL
Price includes $1,478 shipping
No Rating

$20,266

Year:
2005
Make:
Ford
Model:
Thunderbird
Body type:
Convertible
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
280 hp 3.9L V8
Exterior color:
Blue
Combined gas mileage:
19 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
5-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
76,312
VIN:
1FAHP60A75Y102842
Blue 2005 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive 5-Speed Automatic

 

2005 Ford Thunderbird

Deluxe RWD

76,312 mi

Home delivery from Houston, TX
Price includes $1,422 shipping
No Rating

$18,571

Year:
1962
Make:
Ford
Model:
Thunderbird
Body type:
Coupe
Exterior color:
Red (Maroon)
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
3-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
90,833
Stock #:
2673-CHI
VIN:
2Y83Z137151
Red (Maroon) 1962 Ford Thunderbird Coupe  3-Speed Automatic

 

1962 Ford Thunderbird

Hardtop Coupe

90,833 mi

Tinley Park, IL
25 mi away
No Rating

$25,367

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:
47,295
Stock #:
J12223A
VIN:
1FAHP60A32Y102686
Evening Black 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive 5-Speed Automatic
Price drop

-$600

 

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Deluxe RWD

47,295 mi

Arlington Heights, IL
26 mi away
No Rating

$11,995

$11,395

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
Thunderbird Blue 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic
Price drop

-$500

 

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Deluxe RWD

10,225 mi

Downers Grove, IL
22 mi away
No Rating

$17,912

$17,412

Customer summary

What people are saying:

4.5

The Ford Thunderbird has been a beloved car across its many model years, praised for its stylish designs, powerful engines, and comfortable interiors. Owners regularly enjoy the fun driving experience, particularly with the top down in convertible models. However, common criticisms include limited trunk space, occasional reliability issues, and varied fuel economy across models. Overall, the Thunderbird has retained its status as a classic and continues to attract admiration for its nostalgic appeal and performance.

AI generated from the text of customer reviews.

Year:
1965
Make:
Ford
Model:
Thunderbird
Body type:
Coupe
Exterior color:
Creme
Interior color:
Red
Transmission:
3-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
28,530
Stock #:
2764-CHI
VIN:
5Y83Z136312
Creme 1965 Ford Thunderbird Coupe  3-Speed Automatic

 

1965 Ford Thunderbird

Coupe

28,530 mi

Tinley Park, IL
25 mi away
No Rating

$16,367

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
Red 2002 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive Automatic

 

2002 Ford Thunderbird

Deluxe RWD

12,933 mi

Home delivery from Winter Garden, FL
Price includes $1,478 shipping
No Rating

$20,266

Year:
2005
Make:
Ford
Model:
Thunderbird
Body type:
Convertible
Doors:
2 doors
Drivetrain:
Rear-Wheel Drive
Engine:
280 hp 3.9L V8
Exterior color:
Blue
Combined gas mileage:
19 MPG
Fuel type:
Gasoline
Interior color:
Black
Transmission:
5-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
76,312
VIN:
1FAHP60A75Y102842
Blue 2005 Ford Thunderbird Convertible Rear-Wheel Drive 5-Speed Automatic

 

2005 Ford Thunderbird

Deluxe RWD

76,312 mi

Home delivery from Houston, TX
Price includes $1,422 shipping
No Rating

$18,571

Year:
1962
Make:
Ford
Model:
Thunderbird
Body type:
Coupe
Exterior color:
Red (Maroon)
Interior color:
Brown (Tan)
Transmission:
3-Speed Automatic
Mileage:
90,833
Stock #:
2673-CHI
VIN:
2Y83Z137151
Red (Maroon) 1962 Ford Thunderbird Coupe  3-Speed Automatic

 

1962 Ford Thunderbird

Hardtop Coupe

90,833 mi

Tinley Park, IL
25 mi away
No Rating

$25,367

Is the Ford Thunderbird a good car?

Yes — the Ford Thunderbird is a good car if you want a classic-style coupe or convertible with strong enthusiast appeal. The all-generations owner rating is 4.5/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its stylish design, powerful engines, and comfortable interiors. Many also enjoy the fun driving experience, especially with the top down in convertible models.

Are Ford Thunderbird models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the Thunderbird for its comfortable driving experience, stylish design, and strong performance. The car’s long-running appeal also comes through in the way owners describe it as a classic with nostalgic character.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is best managed by checking service history and confirming the vehicle has been well cared for over time.

What should I look for when buying a used Ford Thunderbird?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 75.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

How does the 2005 Ford Thunderbird compare to the 2021 Chevrolet Camaro?

Spec2005 Ford Thunderbird2021 Chevrolet Camaro
Starting MSRP$38,985$25,000
Engine3.9L 280 hp V82.0L 275 hp I4
Horsepower280 hp @ 6000 rpm275 hp @ 5600 rpm
MPG/MPGe (city)1619
MPG/MPGe (highway)2229
Average used price$14,692$33,456
Listings available5051,046
Accident-free share75.6%66.6%

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.

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