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1997 Ford Thunderbird (base trim)

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1997 Ford Thunderbird
Resale Value:$2,594  |  Get Internet Pricing from a Local Dealer!
Engines: 3.8L V6; 5.0L V8; 4.6L V8
Transmissions: 4 Speed Automatic
Drivetrains: Rear Wheel Drive
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1997 Ford Thunderbird Resale Values

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MileageTrade-In-ValueRetail Value
CleanAverageRoughExcellentCleanAverageRough
1 - 50,000$3,080$2,680$1,225N/A$4,900$4,125$2,525
50,001 - 60,000$2,980$2,580$1,225N/A$4,800$4,025$2,525
60,001 - 70,000$2,880$2,480$1,225N/A$4,700$3,925$2,525
70,001 - 85,000$2,780$2,380$1,225N/A$4,600$3,825$2,525
85,001 - 100,000$2,680$2,280$1,225N/A$4,500$3,725$2,525
100,001 - 115,000$2,580$2,180$1,225N/A$4,400$3,625$2,525
115,001 - 130,000$2,180$2,080$1,225N/A$4,000$3,525$2,525
130,001 - 150,000$1,755$1,680$1,225N/A$3,575$3,125$2,525
150,001 - 170,000$1,180$1,255$1,225N/A$3,000$2,700$2,525
170,001 - 190,000$555$680$800N/A$2,375$2,125$2,100
190,001 - 999,999N/A$5$225N/A$1,750$1,450$1,525

1997 Ford Thunderbird Specs (base trim)

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3,797 cc 3.8 liters 6 V 90° front longitudinal engine with 96.8 mm bore, 86 mm stroke, 9 compression ratio, cast iron block, light alloy head, overhead valve, automatic valve adjustment and two valves per cylinder
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Unleaded fuel
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Fuel economy EPA highway (l/100km): 9
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Multi-point injection fuel system
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Main 68 liter fuel tank
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Power: 108 kW , 145 HP @ 4,000 rpm; 215 ft lb @ 2,750 rpm

1997 Ford Thunderbird Crash Test Data

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Frontal Impact Side Impact
Driver's Side Front Occupant
Passenger's Side Rear Occupant
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