Trim Report

Ford Thunderbird Super1997

Includes:TBIRD|Super
$13,999
Starting From
4
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 4 dealer listings in the latest market snapshot as of

Min $13,999
Max $24,500
From $13,999
(27d ago)

Super Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$3,649
$4K–$7K
3 listings91,667 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

1997 Ford Thunderbird Super Pricing

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Where to Find Ford Thunderbird Super

Location data for all 1997 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 1997 Ford Thunderbird trims

Elevated

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 196 complaints for the 1997 Ford Thunderbird, a elevated safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
196
Complaints
11
Crashes
5
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 196 issues reported over 1 model years, engine and engine cooling problems are the most common for the 1997 Ford Thunderbird. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Engine And Engine Cooling51
02Tires18
03Service Brakes, Hydraulic17
04Power Train16
05Suspension12
196 total across 1 model years (1997–1997)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Ford Thunderbird Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 1997 Ford Thunderbird trims

18–19mpg combined
·
15-16city
·
23-24hwy
·
$3,250-$3,400/yr

The 1997 Ford Thunderbird delivers 18 to 19 MPG combined across 2 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
Thunderbird - Automatic 4-spd
19mpg
3.8L 6-cyl · Rear-Wheel Drive
16 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)

1997 Ford Thunderbird Super FAQ

Trim-specific pricing and feature questions

How does the Super compare to other Ford Thunderbird trims?

The Super occupies a distinct position in the Ford Thunderbird range. See how it stacks up on the 1997 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 1997 Ford Thunderbird Super?

Budget for standard Super 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 Super?

For the Super, 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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