Trim Report

Ford Thunderbird LX1996

Includes:TBIRD|LX
$3,649
Starting From
8
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 8 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $3,649
Max $15,099
From $3,649
(27d ago)

LX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$6,750
$7K–$15K
3 listings41,667 avg miles
LX
From$3,649
8 listings|$4K–$15K
Pacific Coast
From$10,999
4 listings|$11K–$34K
Super
From$13,999
4 listings|$14K–$25K

1996 Ford Thunderbird LX Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Thunderbird LX

Location data for all 1996 Ford Thunderbird trims combined

33States

11% of the market sits in California, though listings span 33 states. Expand your search and you'll find more options at better prices.

Ford Thunderbird Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 1996 Ford Thunderbird trims

High Concern

The 1996 Ford Thunderbird's high safety profile includes 1 recall campaigns and 276 owner-reported complaints. Make recall verification part of your pre-purchase checklist.

1
Recalls
276
Complaints
15
Crashes
5
Fires
Recall Findings
96V0070001996-16-01
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THE CLIMATE CONTROL BLOWER DOES NOT OPERATE AS INTENDED. THE BLOWER COULD (1) STICK ON "HIGH;" (2) OPERATE ERRATICALLY WITH BLOWER OUTPUT VARYING BETWEEN NO BLOWER AND MAXIMUM BLOWER; OR (3) NOT OPERATE AT ALL DUE TO MALFUNCTION OF THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL MODULE.

BLOWER MALFUNCTIONS LIMITING OR STOPPING OUTPUT CAN ADVERSELY AFFECT WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING PERFORMANCE INCREASING THE POTENTIAL FOR A VEHICLE ACCIDENT.

View at NHTSA

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1996 Ford Thunderbird has accumulated 276 NHTSA complaints over 1 years, with engine and engine cooling leading the pack. Know what to look for before you buy.

01Engine And Engine Cooling59
02Service Brakes, Hydraulic47
03Power Train21
04Visibility18
05Tires13
276 total across 1 model years (1996–1996)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Thunderbird Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1996 Ford Thunderbird trims

18–19mpg combined
·
15-17city
·
23-24hwy
·
$3,250-$3,400/yr

With 2 configurations tested, the 1996 Ford Thunderbird ranges from 18 to 19 MPG combined. That's a 1 MPG gap that can add up to hundreds of dollars a year in fuel costs.

By Trim
Thunderbird - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
17 city24 hwy~$3,250/yr-1/10 Poor
Thunderbird - Automatic 4-spd
18mpg
4.6L 8-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
15 city23 hwy~$3,400/yr-1/10 Poor

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

LX Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 1996 Ford Thunderbird LX

How does the LX compare to other Ford Thunderbird trims?

The LX occupies a distinct position in the Ford Thunderbird range. See how it stacks up on the 1996 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1996 Ford Thunderbird LX?

Maintenance costs for the LX align with the broader Ford Thunderbird ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The 1996 model year has 1 recall on record. The most-reported issue area is engine and engine cooling. Check the 1996 Ford Thunderbird page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Ford Thunderbird LX?

For the LX, 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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