While there were no styling changes to the exterior of the car during the four years of the 11th generation of the Thunderbird, Ford did update the color options every year. Additionally a new Audiophile stereo was added, as well as Homelink. This packaged added $1,000 to the base price of the car. The aforementioned Light Sand Appearance Package added cream-colored seats, steering wheel and soft-top to the car, and all interiors got new aluminum accents. Once again, the car was only available as an automatic transmission, though it did have an option for a Select Shift automatic, which added $130 to the price of the car.īut there were a few changes to the interior of the car. This was the only engine available for the car, and the option would remain the same the following year. Under the hood was the 3.9 litre V8 that had been recalibrated in 2003 to produce 280 horsepower (as opposed to the 252 horsepower produced by the 2003 version). But it seemed by this time that Ford was content with the design they had wowed the car world with when it was introduced in 2002, and perhaps to the detriment of sales, this thinking would not change in 2005, the last year of the Thunderbird. Other than new color options on both the inside and outside of the car, it is hard to tell any differences between the two models either visually or based on performance. So if you like classic looks and modern convenience - all for a value price - you don't want to miss the deal.If the above highlights don’t seem like dramatic changes, it’s because the 2004 Thunderbird was nearly a carbon copy of the 2003 model. The sale comes with the original window sticker and owner's manual. So this may look like a vintage car, but it certainly has modern moves. Plus, you have power steering, four-wheel disc brakes, and a fully independent suspension. So you can tick through the gears on your own or just let this one comfortably take you into overdrive cruising. The five-speed automatic transmission even has the Select Shift option. It's a fuel-injected DOHC V8, and that means an all-around performer delivers plenty of power when you want it. Under the hood is the original 3.9-liter motor. Plus, with dual-zone automatic A/C climate control and heated seats, you can enjoy top-down motoring and stay comfortable just about any time of the year. Power windows and a power convertible top mean you can open this one up to the world without ever leaving the driver's seat. You've got a long list of desirable features, like leather bucket seats, power driver's seat, power locks, keyless entry/alarm, dual front airbags, side airbags, premium AM/FM/CD stereo, and cruise control. And since you have this both with the roof and the interior, you have this appealing style with the top up or down. A deep black looks great against the green to make this look like mint chocolate candy. ![]() It does sometimes mean that the cosmetic side will not always be perfect, but the value price on this one means it levels room in your budget to update or personalize this T-bird for the way you want. After all, good care and a dry climate history are what we all want. ![]() It's also a one-owner Arizona car, and that's the kind of vehicle that makes a big difference in classic car circles. The odometer does represent the full actual mileage. There are even great brightwork elements, like the grille and the seven-spoke factory alloys. These final generation Thunderbirds really did a fantastic job of capturing the spirit of the original with the long profile, hood scoop, subtle fender vents, and afterburner-style taillights. ![]() Mint Green Metallic was only available in 2004, and so while we often remember Thunderbirds in pastel colors, seeing one of these is a rare sight. So when something so appealing is also so affordable, it's time to take notice. This 2004 Ford Thunderbird is a one-owner modern classic offered with a ton of features, V8 power, and even a rare single-year color.
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