1993 Ford Thunderbird Review
Price Estimate: $5,813 - $9,090

Edmunds' Expert Review
by the Edmunds Experts
What’s new
Base and Sport models are discontinued. Restyled alloy wheels and a new steering wheel complete the changes to the 1993 Thunderbird.
For sale nearby
2 listings
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- No accidents, 4 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl manual
- Dove Auto (610 mi away)
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Located in Gretna, NE
Go, greased lightnin', you're coasting through the heat lap trials! This classic Ford thunderbird is one fast and fun car! It's V8 engine is superchar...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
18 Combined MPG (15 City/22 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FAPP64R9PH115932
Stock: 7437
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 02-13-2024- 200,249 miles
- No accidents, 2 owners, personal use only
- 6cyl automatic
- Car Castle (1,402 mi away)
- Power Sunroof
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Located in Richmond, VA
NICE Classic Ford Thunderbird Coupe. This is a sporty 2 door, blue exterior and matching blue cloth interior. It's had 2 OWNERS in RVA since it was ne...
AutoCheck Vehicle History Summary
Accident Free Vehicle: Yes
Personal Use Only: Yes
History Provider: AutoCheck
Title Details: Clean Title
Salvage Vehicle: No
Frame Damage: No
Theft History: No
Lemon Status: No
Free History Report: No
Features and Specs:
20 Combined MPG (17 City/24 Highway)
Listing Information:
VIN: 1FAPP6242PH213868
Stock: PT3868
Certified Pre-Owned: No
Listed since: 09-14-2023
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 1993 Ford Thunderbird SC 2dr Coupe and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $2.71 per gallon for regular unleaded in Texas.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Texas
$187/mo for Thunderbird SC
Thunderbird SC
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$170/mo
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A great first car
4.75 out of 5 starsrocksbocks, 05/02/2012
1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
I got it from a friend for $500. It had previously been used off-roading. The AC didn't work, there was a power-steering leak, and the odometer had broken at 125k miles before he owned it. We guesstimated around 180k miles, give or take. I can tell you, I didn't expect much. I was pleasantly surprised. The car ran great, never had any problems starting or overheating. I drove it for 3 … years before a bearing went bad and I failed to get it fixed, leading to brake problems. Otherwise it was completely reliable and very fun to drive. It'll treat you right as long as you treat it right (regular oil changes/general maintenance). A great first car. I'll miss you, Thundy!
Lives up to its name.
3 out of 5 starsA.J. M., 07/12/2004
1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
Alright, I bought my 93 with 117,998
on the clock and a 5.0L engine. She
rode like a dream and still does but
she is a high maintainence machine.
I've spent almost half of what I paid
for her in repairs in less than a year
later. Some of the problems recur..
like the cooling issue, this is my 3rd
thunderbird, I previously had an 83
and a 90. Had cooling problems with …
all three.
Oscar
4.38 out of 5 starsParker, 09/11/2010
1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
I purchased this automobile new in 1993 and have driven it for 17 years. Up until recently it offered a trouble- free existence, other than blown head gaskets at around 80k miles. It still has the original exhaust system, muffler, belts, hoses and LED tail lights in functioning condition. Other than replacing tires, shocks, and brakes it has been a no- maintenance car. However, in … the last year a variety of systems have finally given out: air compressor (and original freon, sorry ozone), link arms, upper control joints, and paint. I have had these repaired assuming it will repay the investment with many more driving years as this car potentially becomes a classic - we'll see.
Headgaskets blow
4.38 out of 5 starsX bird lover, 11/07/2005
1993 Ford Thunderbird LX 2dr Coupe
Purchased the 'bird new on '93, but had to have the dealer fix the water pump, brakes (twice) and replace wheel bearings within 6 months. The ventilation system has always squeaked, and what bonehead decided not to put cupholders in the car? Rides nice and quiet, but the engine area has always had a smell of antifreeze. At 73,000 miles the headgaskets blew. My '87 Bird blew … headgaskets at 30,000 miles! Why can't Ford fix this seemingly chronic problem? I guess that's why so many people are going to Japanese cars. They seem to respond to problems.
1993 Thunderbird Highlights
Coupe
SC
Engine Type | Gas |
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Combined MPG | 18 MPG |
Cost to Drive | $187/month |
Drivetrain | rear wheel drive |
Safety
NHTSA Overall Rating
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.
- Frontal Barrier Crash RatingOverallNot RatedDriver4 / 5Passenger5 / 5
- Side Crash RatingOverallNot Rated
- Side Barrier RatingOverallNot RatedDriverNot RatedPassengerNot Rated
- Combined Side Barrier & Pole RatingsFront SeatNot RatedBack SeatNot Rated
- RolloverRolloverNot RatedDynamic Test ResultNo TipRisk Of RolloverNot Rated
IIHS Rating
The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.
- Small Overlap Front Driver-Side TestNot Tested
- Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side TestNot Tested
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original0
- Moderate Overlap Front Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – OriginalNot Tested
- Side Impact Test – UpdatedNot Tested
- Roof Strength TestNot Tested
- Rear Crash Protection / Head RestraintNot Tested
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