Used 1996 Ford Thunderbird
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1996 Ford Thunderbird Overview
Thunderbird Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Ford Thunderbird (1992-1997) a 4.3 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 91% recommend it. These figures are based on 348 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 1996 Ford Thunderbird
"Nice reliable and long-lasting V8"
"Rear wheel drive, not good in snow. V8 power, nice comfortable ride, ample trunk, 4 wheel independent suspension with anti lock breaks. Sporty and luxurious, Find all that in a car today and you will be buying a BMW, or Mercedes.."
"Very reliable !!!"
"My best car ever has been very reliable and handles great. Accelerates quickly! My husband said if they still made them..he would buy one!!"
"Great car for someone who travels a lot."
"When you travel in this car, all the controls are where you expect them to be. I have driven this car all over the country usually averaging about 27 MPG. With regular maintenance, this car has gone 295,000 miles and is still ready to go some more. Great accelaration with the 4.6L V8 and very smooth ride at highway speeds. Multi-direction power seats adjust to the smallest changes, great A/C (in Florida), overall great looks, fun to drive. Poor handling in snowy or icy conditions because it is too light in the rear to keep traction. After seventeen years, it is starting to show some rust and the paint is starting to flake. Great value for a car that lasts this long!"
Overall 1996 Ford Thunderbird Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1996 Ford Thunderbird is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1996 Ford Thunderbird quality a 4.4 out of 5.
1996 Ford Thunderbird Reliability
The 1996 Ford Thunderbird receives an average consumer rating of 4.3 overall and a 4.5 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 1996 Thunderbird Features
According to drivers of the 1996 Thunderbird, here are some of its best features:
- Everything
- Comfort, fun to drive, great styling looks.
- Fun to drive, unbelivable power and reliability
- Good motor and transmission
- A good strong reliable car
1996 Ford Thunderbird MPG by Trim
1996 Thunderbird LX Coupe 2D - city 15 MPG - hwy 23 MPG
1996 Thunderbird Safety
NHTSA Safety Rating
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the 1996 Ford Thunderbird front-side driver crash test rating is 5 out of 5 stars. The front-side passenger crash test rating is 5 out of 5.
1996 Ford Thunderbird Safety Features
- Child Door Locks: Not available
- Child Seat Anchors: Not available
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
1996 Ford Thunderbird
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1996 Ford Thunderbird Values and Prices
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1996 Ford Thunderbird Depreciation
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1996 Ford Thunderbird Annual Depreciation
Year | Vehicle Depreciation* | Resale Value | Trade-In Value | ||
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2022 | - | $1,922 | $1,159 | ||
2023 | $136 | $1,786 | $1,032 | ||
2024 | $35 | $1,751 | $952 | ||
2025 | $26 | $1,725 | $921 |
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2-Year Forecasted Depreciation
*Depreciation for the last 12 months of the private party resale value.
1996 Ford Thunderbird Depreciation
Annual Depreciation is an estimation of what your vehicle's value might be over time based on an average of similar vehicles. Estimations are calculated by comparing Kelley Blue Book Private Party Values of vehicles similar to yours over time, as well as forecasts from Manheim Auction data comparing current and projected auction values against current Kelley Blue Book Private Party and Trade-In Values. This is not a guarantee of actual depreciation. Local weather conditions, market factors and driver performance will also impact your vehicle's actual depreciation.
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Specifications
Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3536 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 101.0 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 38.1 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 42.5 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 200.3 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 59.1 inches | ||
Towing Capacity, Maximum | 2000 lbs. | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 15.1 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.6 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 113.0 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 72.7 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Moon Roof/Sun Roof | Available | ||
Number of Doors | 2 doors |
Fuel Economy
City | 15 mpg | ||
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Highway | 23 mpg | ||
Combined | 18 mpg |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | RWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic |
Performance
Horsepower | 205 @ 4250 RPM | ||
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Torque | 280 @ 3000 rpm | ||
Engine | V8, 4.6 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 3 years / 36000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / Unlimited miles |