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1997 Ford Thunderbird Specs & Safety

The table below shows all 1997 Ford Thunderbird specs by style, including MPG (fuel economy), transmission details, and interior and exterior dimensions. Additionally, find 1997 Ford Thunderbird warranty and reliability information, such as limits on bumper-to-bumper coverage and major components.
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1997 Ford Thunderbird
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Style:
1997 - LX 2dr Coupe
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Loan Term
72 Months
Lease Term
36 Months
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Overview

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Style:
LX 2dr Coupe - MSRP $17,885
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MSRP *
$17,885
Invoice *
$16,318
Engine
3.8L V-6 145 HP 215.0 ft.lbs. @ 2,750 rpm / 4.6L V-8 205 HP 280.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,000 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Fuel Economy City
18.0 mpg
Fuel Economy Hwy
25.9 mpg
Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000

Powertrain

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Style:
LX 2dr Coupe - MSRP $17,885
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Engine
3.8L V-6 145 HP 215.0 ft.lbs. @ 2,750 rpm / 4.6L V-8 205 HP 280.0 ft.lbs. @ 3,000 rpm
Transmission
4-spd auto w/OD
Alternator
130 amp
Battery
58 amp / 72 amp
Axle Ratio
3.27
Recommended Fuel Type
regular unleaded
Fuel Tank
18.0 gal.
Exhaust
partial stainless steel
Drive Type
rear-wheel
Limited Slip Differential
limited slip differential
Traction Control
ABS

Steering and Suspension

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Style:
LX 2dr Coupe - MSRP $17,885
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Front Anti-Roll Bar
front anti-roll bar
Front Springs
coil
Rear Suspension
independent multi-link
Rear Anti-Roll Bar
rear anti-roll bar / heavy duty
Rear Springs
coil
Steering
rack & pinion
Brakes
4-wheel disc
Vented Disc Brakes
front and rear
Wheels
15.0 " steel / 15.0 " chrome aluminum / 16.0 " silver aluminum
Front Tires
P205/70SR15.0BSW AS / P225/60SR15.0BSW AS / P215/70SR15.0BSW AS
Spare Tire and Wheel
compact steel

Seating and Interior

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Style:
LX 2dr Coupe - MSRP $17,885
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Seating Capacity
5
Front Seat Type
bucket
Front Headrests
adjustable
Front Armrests
center w/storage
Front Driver Seat Direction Controls
4-way / 8-way (4-way power)
Easy Entry
rear seat easy entry
Front Passenger Seat Direction Controls
4-way
Rear Seats
bench
Rear Armrests
center
Seat Trim
cloth / leather
Door Trim
cloth w/carpet lower
Headliner
full cloth
Floor Trim
carpet
Floor Mats
rubber front & rear
Dashboard Trim
leather

Comfort and Conveniences

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Style:
LX 2dr Coupe - MSRP $17,885
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Sunroof
power
Vanity Mirrors
dual illuminated
Rearview Mirror
day-night
Glove Box
glove box
Dome Light
dome light
Reading Lights
front
Floor Console
full
Cup Holder
front
Instrument Panel Storage
covered bin
Door Bins
dual
Cargo Floor Trim
carpeted
Cargo Light
cargo light
Front Air Conditioning
manual
Climate Control
automatic air conditioning
Rear Heat Ducts
underseat ducts
Radio
AM/FM stereo, seek-scan
CD
single
Speakers
4 / 4 performance
Antenna
fixed / power retractable
Cruise Control
with steering wheel controls
Door Locks
power
Remote Keyless Entry
keyfob (all doors)
Trunk/Hatch/Door Release
power
Power Outlets
1
Instrument Display
analog
Tachometer
tachometer
Water Temp Gauge
engine temperature gauge
Clock
in-dash
Trip Odometer
trip odometer
Steering Wheel Type
tilt
Steering Wheel Material
leather
Front Windows
power
Rear Windows
fixed
Tinted Windows
light
Front Windshield Wipers
variable intermittent
Rear Defroster
rear defroster
Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS)
4-wheel anti-lock brakes (ABS)
Center High Mounted Stop Light
center high mounted stop light
Front Impact Airbags
driver and passenger
Security System
security system

Dimensions and Capacities

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Style:
LX 2dr Coupe - MSRP $17,885
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Door Count
2 doors
Exterior Length
200.3 "
Exterior Width
72.7 "
Exterior Height
52.5 "
Wheelbase
113 "
Front Tread
62 "
Rear Tread
60 "
Curb Weight
3,561 lbs.
Max Trailer Weight
2,000 lbs.
Drag Coefficient
.32
Front Legroom
42.5 "
Rear Legroom
35.8 "
Front Headroom
38.1 "
Rear Headroom
37.5 "
Front Hiproom
55.6 "
Rear Hiproom
56.6 "
Front Shoulder Room
59.1 "
Rear Shoulder Room
58.9 "
Passenger Volume
101 cu.ft.
Interior Cargo Volume
15.1 cu.ft.

Exterior Features

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Style:
LX 2dr Coupe - MSRP $17,885
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Rear Spoiler
lip
Bumpers
body-colored with body-colored insert
Bodyside Moldings
body-colored
Bodyside Cladding
body-colored
Grille Moldings
black
Paint
monotone
Exterior Mirrors
dual power remote

Warranty

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Style:
LX 2dr Coupe - MSRP $17,885
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Bumper to Bumper Months/Miles
36/36,000
Major Components Months/Miles
36/36,000
Corrosion Perforation Months/Miles
60/unlimited
Roadside Assistance Months/Miles
36/36,000
Accessories Months/Miles
36/36,000

Safety Ratings

Below is the 1997 Ford Thunderbird safety rating information and crash results as reported by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The ratings are based on a star system and can vary by style.

Style
Frontal Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Frontal Rating:

5% or less chance of injury

6% to 10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 25% or less chance of injury

26% or greater chance of injury

Side Rating

NHTSA rates vehicles on a scale of 1 to 5 stars.

Side Rating:

10% or less chance of injury

11% to 20% or less chance of injury

21% to 35% or less chance of injury

36% to 45% or less chance of injury

46% or greater chance of injury

Safety data is not currently available from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. For a list of safety-related features, please check the Safety section.

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