Skip to main content

1997 Ford Thunderbird consumer reviews

$17,885 starting MSRP
side view of 1997 Thunderbird Ford
(32 reviews)
96% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.7
  • Exterior 4.4
  • Reliability 4.7
Explore the 1997 Ford Thunderbird

My first car!!

Im just absolutly in love with my T-Bird its super roomy on the inside and the seats are very comfy. The cupholders need improvment but thats normal 90's car enginering. The outside looks pretty sporty and I love the way my car is shaped but im not the biggest fan of the headlight design but, thats the only thing i dont really like. I have the v6 so the engine power is kinda lacking but im not really looking for a supercar lol :)

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
11 people out of 12 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

2014 MERCEDES SL550

It has a timeless body style that will look as new in 10 years as it does today. This is my 4th one, and have been looking for the past 2-3 years for the LX Sport model.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

One of the most reliable cars I have ever owned.

If I was not retiring and moving on I would keep this car. I have made slight improvements and this car is great size and comfortable, especially on long trips. This is my weekend cruiser now and not a commuter.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
4 people out of 4 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Most Reliable Car I’ve owned

It’s a fun car to drive. It’s got some punch and it drives real smooth. When I floor it, it has great acceleration. An overall pretty fresh car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Sleeper Classic

Bought with 87k on the odometer. Tuned her up Looking forward to many years of cruising Southern California Haven’t been of Ford products until this deal came along. This was a xxxx of a Come Up

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

I am the second Owner

Picked up car in LA drove to Door County Wisconsin.before leaving I needed a new battery car would not start to the car wash for full cleaning . Car had 64000 miles wow what a great car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
1 person out of 1 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

BEST CAR I EVER OWNED

Awesome car has low mileage also been garage kept has a u-haul hitch attached on it never really did a lot of pulling with it but had it installed just in case i needed it. It is a 97 Thunderbird LX I bought this car for my 16 year old son but have decide it is too fast for a teenager i feel. It is red and it is beautiful very reliable car and very good on gas as long as you control your foot on the gas pedal. Would love to sell it and get my son something with a smaller engine. Willing to take 4000.00 dollars for it.If you bought it you wouldn't be sorry.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
2 people out of 2 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Fantastic styling and value!

Low to the ground and a wide stance make this car handle like a true sports car. At over 20 years old, it is still in remarkable condition and has been very reliable since I bought it recently. The 3.8 leader V6 has plenty of power and gas mileage is adequate for my needs. Very comfortable interior and visibility is great all around.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

Car for 5 more years. A Classic. Powerful.

This car is nice , confortable to drive, great engine, Only one owner (me), A classic model. Air Bags, etc.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
0 people out of 0 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No

V8, sport package,2dr coupe,quick

Have loved this car from the day we bought it new. It's a blast from the past with all the modern features that make it great for today's driving. I'll keep it until it or I just can't any more.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
2 people out of 2 found this review helpful. Did you?
Yes No