I have always wanted to drive one of the current Thunderbirds since we have sold 1956 & 1957 T-Birds in the past. These modern retro cars might have of been sacrilegious to some riding on the shirt tails of this past iconic model we all lusted for but never were able to own. But it is its own “Car”, one that will be looked on as affectionately as earlier ‘Birds, down the road as time will tell.

This 2002 is a car that has managed to have just 65,858 miles put on it in 20 years. I finally was able to drive one of these modern T-Birds and was surprised at how much it reminded me of the 50’s cars we had sold. The driving position is similar, it was almost uncanny. Once you were going though, it was a surprise at how modern design has transformed the experience into a drive that was both retro and supported by everything we expect today.

The car is basically built on a shortened Lincoln LS chassis and it drives great with a smooth, controlled ride. The 3.9 liter V-8 and Automatic makes for an incredibly seamless drivetrain. The car handled well for a vehicle designed for comfortably transporting two people and their belongings. What a great alternative to earlier Mercedes SL models of the same time period. Perfect for someone looking at both car for about the same money with Ford service to back you up.

The car came equipped with the optional Hard Top and Premium package which included the 17” Alloy wheels. We took the Hard Top off for images and the rack supplied held the assembly perfectly. It even has rollers so you can move it around without damaging it. The soft top is in excellent condition with no marks or signs of damage. The rest of the car is in excellent condition with minor signs of being driven over the past 20 years. It is hard to believe it is being sold for half of the original cost of over $40,000 when new.

The selling price is $13,995.The VIN# is 1FAHP60A22Y101982 and miles 65,858. For other interesting bikes and collectible vehicles, visit our web site http://www.automaniagp.com 541 479 8888 or come by and see us at 895 SE Gladiola Drive, Grants Pass, Oregon, 97526. Oregon Dealer DA1287.

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