There
are two version of this year's 2008 Ford Thunderbird
models ( the convertible and convertible with removable hard
top). Both come with Ford's improved 32 valve 3.9Ltr V-8 with
high output characteristics of 4 valves per cylinder, plus dual-overhead
camshaft design with improved engine performance, fuel economy
and power, a total of 280, and torque to 286 ft-pounds. 5-speed
automatic O/D transmission is standard on both models with an
optional Select Shift Transmission.
From the
outside the new 2008 Ford Thunderbird comes with P235/50VR17
BSW all season tires with mini spare tire, and 17" painted
cast aluminum wheels with 17" mini spare or an optional 17"
chrome wheel included in the Ford Thunderbird premium package.
Among
the highlights of the new 2008 Ford Thunderbird are
the premium leather trimmed seats with 6-way power adjust and
a leather, 6-way driver and 2-way passenger power seats and
premium leather-trimmed bucket seats with recliners (all standard
features for 2008). Both models of Thunderbird's also
come with a AM/FM Stereo w/ in-dash 6-disc CD, clock, and Audiophile
Sound System and power windows with express down on driver side
and drop glass features.
Removing
the lid on the new 2008 and for 2008 is easy and quick to do.
The top weighs 85 pounds, and it comes with a wheeled storage
cart. When the top is removed, the Ford Thunderbird goes back
to being a soft top convertible in a matter of a few minutes.
The
new Ford Thunderbird comes in five available colors Mountain
Shadow Gray, Desert Sky Blue, Midnight Black, Torch Red or Whisper
White. Available interior colors are Saddle, Black Ink, Torch
Red or Whisper White.
For better
safety when driving the new Ford Thunderbird there is a dual airbag
supplemental restraint system with passenger side deactivation
switch and Driver and passenger three-point active restraint system,
with Belt Minder. If you have ever locked your keys inside the
your car you will appreciate the Smart Locks installed on all
2008 Ford Thunderbird models.