Auto loans: 2004 Ford Thunderbird
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 13.1 L/100 km combined (EPA). 1 NHTSA recall campaign. 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
- 13.1 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 1
For sale
We do not have a 2004 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.
2004 Ford Thunderbird specs
| Engine | 3.9L 8-cylinder |
|---|---|
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Premium gas |
| City | 15.7 L/100 km |
| Highway | 10.7 L/100 km |
| Combined | 13.1 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 307 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $22.93 |
2004 Ford Thunderbird: every figure
| Displacement | 3.9 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 8 |
| MPG city (US) | 15 |
| MPG highway (US) | 22 |
| MPG combined (US) | 18 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 22 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 227 L (8 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$4,550 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.75 a litre for premium) | $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 2004 Ford Thunderbird
- NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, most often about vehicle speed control (9), engine (7) and power train (7). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04V330000 | 2004-07-08 | seats:front assembly:power adjust | CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH POWER ADJUSTABLE SEATS MAY HAVE BEEN INADEQUATELY WELDED. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 2004 Ford Thunderbird
CarmaCars rents cars and does not sell the 2004 Ford Thunderbird; this page helps you judge it before you buy one elsewhere. 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 2004 Ford Thunderbird for buyers: fuel use, size, recalls and a test drive that lasts a week.
What to check on the Thunderbird
Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. A pre-purchase inspection at a shop you choose is money well spent. Owners filed 34 complaints with NHTSA, most often about vehicle speed control, engine and power train; have those parts checked. In Ontario, a used car needs a Safety Standards Certificate to be registered.
The numbers in plain words
The 3.9L 8-cylinder does the work, through a 5-speed automatic. It calls for premium gas, which costs more a litre than regular. Rear-wheel drive gives balanced handling; in winter, the tires make the biggest difference.
A combined rating of 13.1 L/100 km works out to about 39 litres per 300 km. In energy, every 100 km costs about $22.93 at our price setting. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
What to expect from the Thunderbird
As a two-seat sports car, it puts the driving first and the luggage second. EPA lists 227 litres of luggage space, enough for about a large suitcase and a couple of soft bags.
Who rents the Thunderbird
It suits a weekend away when the train does not reach where you are going. It suits a stretch of weeks between selling one car and buying the next.
Drive it on your own roads
Rent first, buy later: a week with the Thunderbird answers the big questions. If the Thunderbird is in our fleet, its page shows the rates; if not, a similar car helps you judge. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class.
Running costs
The EPA estimates US$4,550 a year in fuel for 15,000 miles at US prices. At our price setting, 100 km costs about $22.93 in fuel. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Choosing the right one
If two trims share a powertrain, the difference is equipment, which you can check in person. Look at a few listings of the same year and trim to get a feel for fair prices. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
Get an offer
Send a request to rent the model first, or ask us what we can do.
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 2004 Ford Thunderbird from us first.
Ask us about the 2004 Ford Thunderbird
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2004 Ford Thunderbird for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2004 Ford Thunderbird
Does CarmaCars sell the 2004 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 2004 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 2004 Ford Thunderbird have recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2004 Ford Thunderbird cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$4,550 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $4586.00.
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.