Trim Report

Ford Thunderbird 50th Anniversary1987

Includes:TBIRD|50th Anniversary
$11,965
Starting From
6
Active Listings
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Avg Mileage

Sourced from 6 active dealer listings as of

Min $11,965
Max $22,750
From $11,965
Fresh

50th Anniversary Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$15,499
$15K–$16K
2 listings75,000 avg miles
50th Anniversary
From$11,965
6 listings|$12K–$23K
LX
From$2,500
9 listings|$3K–$15K
Super
From$13,995
8 listings|$14K–$25K

1987 Ford Thunderbird 50th Anniversary Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Thunderbird 50th Anniversary

Location data for all 1987 Ford Thunderbird trims combined

29States

12% of the market sits in Florida, though listings span 29 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Ford Thunderbird Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1987 Ford Thunderbird trims

High Concern

With 0 recalls and 68 complaints, the 1987 Ford Thunderbird rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
68
Complaints
4
Crashes
18
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1987 Ford Thunderbird's biggest weak point? ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. It leads 68 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Electrical System23
02Seat Belts15
03Vehicle Speed Control6
04Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
05Fuel System, Gasoline4
68 total across 1 model years (1987–1987)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Thunderbird Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1987 Ford Thunderbird trims

18–19mpg combined
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16-17city
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22-24hwy
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$2,300-$2,450/yr

Fuel economy for the 1987 Ford Thunderbird ranges from 18 to 19 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Thunderbird - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Thunderbird - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
5.0L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Thunderbird - Manual 5-spd
19mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city24 hwy~$2,300/yr-1/10 Poor
Thunderbird - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
2.3L 4-cyl Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 city22 hwy~$2,450/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Is the 50th Anniversary Worth It?

Common questions about the 1987 Ford Thunderbird 50th Anniversary

How does the 50th Anniversary compare to other Ford Thunderbird trims?

The 50th Anniversary occupies a distinct position in the Ford Thunderbird range. See how it stacks up on the 1987 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1987 Ford Thunderbird 50th Anniversary?

Budget for standard 50th Anniversary maintenance plus any trim-specific items. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Ford Thunderbird 50th Anniversary?

For the 50th Anniversary, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Ford Thunderbird buyer's guide.

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