1997 Ford Thunderbird LX

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

Review: 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 ...

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.

Review: 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...

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.

Review: 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...

Pros: Performance, handling, and acceleration; pre- and post-family individuals

Cons: not a family car

Review: 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...

Pros: FAST,LUXURIOUS,SLEEK

Cons: FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WARP

Review: 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...

Pros: Great looks, great power, great price.

Cons: Sits very low and is a bit of a struggle to enter and exit.

Review: 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 ...

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.

Review: 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 ...

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.

Review: 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 ...

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.

Review: 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,...

Pros: Fun, Quick, Sporty Coupe with real heritage

Cons: Defective Intake Manifold, no Manual Tranny, no ABS.

Review: 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...