This Ford Thunderbird (1983-1988) got away, but there are more like it here.

26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

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Sold for $11,569 on 10/17/19comments-icon38Comments
No Reserve: 26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

This 1988 Ford Thunderbird is a final production year Turbo Coupe that shows just over 26k miles. The car finished in Medium Gray over a Raven/Charcoal cloth and vinyl interior, and features include automatic ride control, power seats, an AM/FM/cassette stereo with graphic equalizer, a sunroof, cruise control, air conditioning, auto dimming headlights, and more. Power is provided by a turbocharged and intercooled 2.3L inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transmission, and service since the seller’s recent acquisition included a new temperature gauge sending unit and an oil change. This Thunderbird Turbo Coupe is now offered at no reserve with factory books and manuals, a clean AutoCheck report, and a clean Washington title in the seller’s name.

No Reserve: 26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

The body is finished in Medium Gray (91) and features red striping, front fog lamps, and dual scoops on the hood to feed the top-mount intercooler. Noted flaws include a scrape on the left front wheel arch and a spot on the rear bumper that have been touched-up and highlighted below. Photos of paint meter reading are also shown in the gallery below, along with VIN stickers on various body panels. The AutoCheck report is free of accidents or other damage.

No Reserve: 26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

Factory 16×7″ aluminum wheels are mounted with Warrior tires showing 2008 date codes. The suspension features automatic ride control and rear quad shocks. Four-wheel disc brakes and ABS were standard on the 1988 Turbo Coupe.

No Reserve: 26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

The interior is trimmed in Raven and Charcoal cloth and vinyl and features articulated sport seats with power adjustments. The car is also equipped with an AM/FM/cassette stereo with graphic equalizer, sunroof, cruise control, power locks and windows, and air conditioning, which was converted to R134a in 2005. The seller notes the blower motor is noisy on the highest setting, and the stereo equalizer button uses a homemade device to stay depressed.

No Reserve: 26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

Instruments behind the two-spoke steering wheel consist of a 95-mph speedometer, a tachometer with a 6k-rpm redline, a boost gauge, and other auxiliary gauges. The six-digit odometer shows approximately 26k miles.

No Reserve: 26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

The turbocharged and intercooled 2.3L Lima inline-four is fuel injected and was rated at 190 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque when new. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual gearbox and a Traction-Lock limited-slip differential. Service since the seller’s acquisition three months ago included a new temperature gauge sending unit and an oil change.

No Reserve: 26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

Corrosion is noted on the rear axle, and additional photos of the underbody, suspension, and exhaust are viewable below.

No Reserve: 26k-Mile 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe 5-Speed

The AutoCheck report indicates no accidents or other damage and shows history in Indiana, and Florida. A video presentation provided by the seller is shown below.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $11,569 by kevster
Auction Ended October 17, 2019 at 2:14PM PT
Bids 15
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BaT Essentials

Seller: Torinocj
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 1FABP64T4JH160578
  • 21k Miles Shown
  • Turbocharged 2.3L Inline-Four
  • 5-Speed Manual Transmission
  • Limited-Slip Differential
  • Medium Gray over Raven/Charcoal
  • Automatic Ride Control
  • Articulated Sport Seats
  • Air Conditioning
  • Owner's Booklets
  • Clean AutoCheck Report
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #24079