Car financing: 1983 Ford Thunderbird
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. 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.
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- Recalls
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For sale
We do not have a 1983 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.
What to check when buying the 1983 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 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system (1), fuel system (1) and seat belts (1). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 83V039000 | 1983-04-11 | fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings | FUEL LEAKS COULD DEVELOP IN EITHER OF TWO CONNECTIONS IN A FUEL SUPPLY LINE. ONE CONNECTION UNDER THE VEHICLE MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED OR IMPROPERLY INSTALLED. THE OTHER SUSPECT PART IS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND CONTAINS A PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE. |
| 83V028000 | 1983-03-07 | power train:automatic transmission | THE PARKING GEAR MAY NOT ENGAGE, EVEN THOUGH THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER IS PLACED IN THE "PARK" POSITION. THIS OCCURS IF THE LINKAGE INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION THAT ACTUATES THE PARK GEAR WAS IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. A PIN THAT RETAINS COMPONENTS ON A LINKAGE (ACTUATING) ROD COULD BREAK AND THE LINKAGE MAY NOT ENGAGE THE... |
| 83V012000 | 1983-02-08 | fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly | SOME OF THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN BUILT WITH FUEL TANKS THAT HAVE INADEQUATELY WELDED FRONT SEAMS THAT CAN LEAK. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
Buying the 1983 Ford Thunderbird
CarmaCars is a rental company and does not have the 1983 Ford Thunderbird for sale right now. Rent one for a week first, or ask us to look for one. CarmaCars does not finance cars. Renting is not a loan, so there is no credit check to rent. For anyone shopping for the 1983 Ford Thunderbird, here are the facts that matter.
Recalls and complaints
There are 3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file; a dealer can check by the VIN whether each was done. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car. Owners filed 3 complaints with NHTSA, most often about electrical system, fuel system and seat belts; have those parts checked. A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package.
The numbers in plain words
No fuel-use rating is published for this model year, so we leave those figures out.
Is it right for your trip?
It suits a family trip where everyone and everything fits in one car. It suits a stretch between cars, by the week or the month.
Living with the Thunderbird
As a compact car, it is easy to drive and park in the city.
Rent it for a week first
Rent the Thunderbird first, and buy only if it fits your life. Renting first costs a fraction of the price of buying the wrong car. A week with the Thunderbird answers more than any brochure.
Which one to look for
Within the 1983 lineup, trims share powertrains or differ in equipment; the trim pages show which. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. A newer year is not always better; check what changed before paying more for it.
Running costs
A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car. Get an insurance quote for this exact model before you buy; rates differ a lot between models. Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel.
Send a request
Rent it for a week, then decide: send a request with your dates.
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 1983 Ford Thunderbird from us first.
Ask us about the 1983 Ford Thunderbird
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 1983 Ford Thunderbird for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 1983 Ford Thunderbird
Does CarmaCars sell the 1983 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 1983 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 1983 Ford Thunderbird have recalls?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
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.