Auto loans: 1990 Ford Thunderbird
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 11.8 to 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 3 NHTSA recall campaigns. CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 11.8 to 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 3
For sale
We do not have a 1990 Ford Thunderbird for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
CarmaCars is not a lender, dealer or lessor, and does not arrange financing or leases. We rent cars, and sell one only when it is listed for sale on this page with its price.
1990 Ford Thunderbird specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 3.8L 6-cylinder | 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged | 3.8L 6-cylinder supercharged |
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Fuel | Regular gas | Premium gas | Premium gas |
| City | 13.8 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 9.8 L/100 km | 11.2 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 11.8 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 276 g/km | 307 g/km | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $18.29 | $22.93 | $22.93 |
1990 Ford Thunderbird: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 3.8 L | 3.8 L | 3.8 L |
| Cylinders | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 17 | 15 | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 24 | 21 | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 20 | 18 | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 24 | 22 | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) | 425 L (15 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$3,350 | US$4,550 | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $3,658 | $4,586 | $4,586 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 1990 Ford Thunderbird
- NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 140 complaints with NHTSA, most often about service brakes (45), electrical system (38) and seat belts (28). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 96V071000 | 1996-04-25 | electrical system:ignition | THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT. |
| 91V076000 | 1991-05-06 | visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor | THE NUTS WHICH HOLD WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR TO THE WIPER MODULE MAY NOT HAVE BEEN SUFFICIENTLY TIGHTENED AND MAY LOOSEN OR COME OFF. THIS CAUSES CHANGED WIPER PATTERNS, OR THE WIPERS MAY JAM IF TWO OF THE THREE NUTS COME OFF. |
| 90V026000 | 1990-02-12 | electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables | BATTERY TO STARTER CABLES ARE LONGER THAN SPECIFIED; EXCESSIVE CABLE LENGTH COULD CONTACT ENGINE DAMPER PULLEY. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Auto loans: the 1990 Ford Thunderbird
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1990 Ford Thunderbird for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. We are not a lender and do not arrange loans. A monthly rental can cover the time while you arrange financing with your bank. Here is the 1990 Ford Thunderbird for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
Recalls and complaints
Check whether every recall was done, by the VIN, before you pay. NHTSA has 140 owner complaints on file, mostly about service brakes, electrical system and seat belts. Have a mechanic inspect a used one before you buy it. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
Engine and fuel
The 3.8L 6-cylinder does the work, through a 4-speed automatic. It runs on regular gas. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
It is rated at 11.8 L/100 km combined, so budget about 35 litres for 300 km. At our price setting, it costs about $18.29 to drive 100 km. At US fuel prices, the EPA estimates US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles.
Space, size and seats
As a mid-size car, it is easy to drive and park in the city. At 425 litres, the trunk fits a family's bags for a long weekend.
Who the Thunderbird suits
It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month. It suits commuters, couples and business trips.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent it, live with it for a week, and decide with real experience. Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. Rent the Thunderbird for a week and see how it fits your life.
Money matters
At our price setting, 100 km costs about $18.29 in fuel. The EPA estimates US$3,350 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. A 1,000 km month costs roughly $182.90 at our price setting.
Choosing the right one
If you are unsure between two options, rent one of them for a week first. If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
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Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 1990 Ford Thunderbird from us first.
Ask us about the 1990 Ford Thunderbird
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1990 Ford Thunderbird for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1990 Ford Thunderbird
Does CarmaCars sell the 1990 Ford Thunderbird?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 1990 Ford Thunderbird before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 1990 Ford Thunderbird have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 1990 Ford Thunderbird cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$3,350 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $3658.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.