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by jayherm
Nov 05 '04
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Handling and power are superbly commingled to create an impressive driving experience.
Cons: Trying to maneuver the oil filter when changing the oil; exterior past its prime
The Bottom Line: Vehicle is inexpensive and provides ample opportunity to have fun while driving.
Background I have owned a 1997 Ford Thunderbird LX with the 4.6L V8 engine for almost two years now. I purchased it in January 2002. During that time, I have had the opportunity to put on almost 40,000 miles on the vehicle. I have sincerely enjoyed ...
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by BigFatSteve
Nov 01 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Fun, Quick, Sporty Coupe with real heritage
Cons: Defective Intake Manifold, no Manual Tranny, no ABS.
I'm an American...and I make no apologies. I've always loved American cars, especially Fords. My first car was a 1966 Mustang which I got when I was 16, nearly 10 years ago...I still own that car.
When I graduated college, and moved to a...
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by ahussain176
Sep 23 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: V8, ride, isolation from road
Cons: 80's styling
I drove a 97 Tbird on a long road trip in the winter of 1997. The type I had was a fully equipped V8 LX with every option available. This included leather, dual exhaust, moonroof, JBL audio, etc..
M overall impression of the car was...
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by Gingerbread
Oct 10 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Sporty but family type.
Cons: None that I know of.
We bought our Ford Thunderbird in April l999. Obviously it was a used car. It is a l997 and it had 28,000 miles on it. I thought that was a lot of miles for a car (we have been use to buying "little old lady cars".
You know the kind...
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by ROCKIN97TBIRD
Jan 07 '00
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: FAST,LUXURIOUS,SLEEK
Cons: FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WARP
I bOUGHT THIS VEHICLE BECAUSE AT THE TIME I WAS DOING ALOT OF TRAVELING. I WANTED A CAR THAT LOOKED GOOD AND ALSO FELT GOOD.THE THUNDERBIRD LX IS VERY QUICK AND SPORTY, BUT AT THE SAME TIME IT IS ALSO PURE LUXURY.I LOVE THE WAY THE CAR FEELS ON THE OPEN...
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by noman1951
Jul 31 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: sleek and roomy
Cons: Last year 1997, a new 2002 two seater is out
The Bottom Line: These classic American Cruisers are history. If you want to drive a collectors item, have reliable and stylish transportation, grab a '97 and enjoy.
I have owned a 1985 Ford T-Bird, 1992 Mercury Cougar and now a 1997 Ford T-Bird. These are all essentially the same cars, given differences for model years. These cars are virtually indestructible for American manufactured autos. The '85 went 128K miles,...
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by kdparsons818
Aug 02 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Performance, handling, and acceleration; pre- and post-family individuals
Cons: not a family car
I bought my Pacific Green T-Bird LX in August 1997, used. I wanted this car because it is a higher caliber car than a Mustang, but in my price range. It has been better than I ever expected. Performance, handling, and acceleration are all excellent in...
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by r2rocketeer
Apr 22 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great power and handling.
Cons: Some design flaws, not great city PG.
The Bottom Line: Too bad Ford quit making these. They were an excellent value.
I have enjoyed my 1997 Thunderbird greatly. I bought it used in 2000 with 44k on it and have since driven it to 182k and still going strong. I have never been disappointed by the amenities on this vehicle. The seats are very comfortable (I have ...
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by restless2l8
Aug 14 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power, Control, Style, Overall Performance
Cons: No Longer Produced, Limited Upgrades available
The Bottom Line: Awesome, powerful, stylish transportation that is easy to work on and a dream to drive
This is my 4th Thunderbird. I have owned quite a few cars in the last 10 years, but somehow i kept finding my way back to these magnificent beauties. I have owned and 88 Turbo Coupe, a 92 Sport, a 95 LX, and recently bought this 97 LX sport. All of them ...
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by bama_75
Apr 27 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Very reliable, roomy, seats are comfy, the v8 is powerfull, and the features are excelent.
Cons: the manifold
The Bottom Line: The 1997 Ford thunderbird has been excellent. Now they would be used, but virtually trouble free.
This car has been excelent. At the age of 22, june1997, i recieved this car brand new as a gift from my parents. I have loved the car since day 1. The car I picked out is the one I have. It came with everything but a CD player, which at the time i...
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by jerdawson
Jun 19 '01
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good prices, plenty of power, handles well, very comfortable, dependable.
Cons: Low resale value.
The Bottom Line: Price is right, has all the options, very comfortable driver.
I bought my 1997 Thunderbird new in August of 1997 primarily for business travel use. I got $5,000 off the list price, which was nice, and the car has been problem free ever since. The 4.6 liter V-8 runs strong and well. I have added a K&N air filter and...
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by scottaritt
Jul 31 '00
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Comfy and Maneuverable.
Cons: A bit squeeky after 80k miles!!
I am so glad I bought this car! I travel alot and needed a car which was comfy and reliable.
I got it with the Ford T-Bird. This particular model looks great, handles pretty good for an American car, and is suprisingly feul efficient on long...
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I bought it new!
by lumberjack1942
Jul 02 '07
Author's Product Rating:
Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great looks, great power, great price.
Cons: Sits very low and is a bit of a struggle to enter and exit.
In February of '97, I went to a Ford dealer thinking about buying a pickup truck. They has a 1997 T-Bird sitting near the showroom. It was Laser Red and had chrome wheels. I bought it for $18,000.00 and it's been the best car I ever had. Now, with over 86,000 miles on the odometer, it still looks and runs like it did when it was brand new. The V8 motor is way more powerful than it is supposed to be, yet I consistently get 25 mpg on the highway. Other than a faded rear bumper, the paint is still beautiful.
I plan to keep this car as long as I'm alive.
Jack I. Johnson
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