These are standard specifications for the 1988 Ford Thunderbird, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
4 Automatic Overdrive , 5 Manual
Chassis # 1FABP61FXJH174984
Chassis # 1FABP62F0JH109236
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Data updated January 2023
Features
| Engine Location : | Front |
| Drive Type : | Rear Wheel |
| Body / Chassis : | Unibody |
| Production Years for Series : | 1983 - 1988 |
| Price : | $13,600-$17,255 |
| Weight : | 3216 lbs | 1458.753 kg |
Engine & Transmission
| V 6 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L. |
| Power : | 140 BHP (103.04 KW) @ 3800 RPM |
| Torque : | 215 Ft-Lbs (292 NM) @ 2400 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 97 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.4 in | 86 mm. |
| Compression : | 9.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 4 |
| Cylinder Block : | Cast-iron |
| Cylinder Head : | Aluminum |
| Multi Point Fuel Injection | |
| Turbocharged Inline 4 | Port fuel injection | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L. |
| Power : | 150 BHP (110.4 KW) @ 4400 RPM |
| Torque : | 200 Ft-Lbs (271 NM) @ 3000 RPM |
| Bore : | 3.8 in | 96 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.1 in | 80 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.0:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Port fuel injection | |
| V 8 90-degree | |
|---|---|
| Displacement : | 4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L. |
| Power : | 155 BHP (114.08 KW) @ 3400 RPM |
| Torque : | 265 Ft-Lbs (359 NM) @ 2200 RPM |
| Bore : | 4.0 in | 102 mm. |
| Stroke : | 3.0 in | 76 mm. |
| Compression : | 8.9:1 |
| Main Bearings : | 5 |
| Valvetrain : | 16 OHV (2 valves per cylinder) |
| Construction : | Cast-iron block and head |
| Sequential Port Fuel Injection | |
4 Automatic Overdrive , 5 Manual
Production Figures
| Total Ford Production for 1988 : | 1,331,489 |
| Total 1988 Thunderbird production : | 147,243 |
| 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
Dimension(s)
(V-6) HardTop Coupe
| Fuel Capacity : | 22.1 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 202.1 in | 5133 mm. |
| Width : | 71.1 in | 1806 mm. |
| Height : | 53.4 in | 1356 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 104.2 in | 2647 mm. |
| Front Track : | 58.1 in | 1476 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.5 in | 1486 mm. |
(V-6) LX Coupe
| Price : | $15,900 |
| Weight : | 3260 lbs | 1478.711 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 22.1 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 202.1 in | 5133 mm. |
| Width : | 71.1 in | 1806 mm. |
| Height : | 53.4 in | 1356 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 104.2 in | 2647 mm. |
| Front Track : | 58.1 in | 1476 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.5 in | 1486 mm. |
(V-8) HardTop Coupe
Chassis # 1FABP61FXJH174984
| Price : | $14,323 |
| Weight : | 3346 lbs | 1517.72 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 22.1 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 202.1 in | 5133 mm. |
| Width : | 71.1 in | 1806 mm. |
| Height : | 53.4 in | 1356 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 104.2 in | 2647 mm. |
| Front Track : | 58.1 in | 1476 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.5 in | 1486 mm. |
(Turbo Four) HardTop Coupe
| Price : | $17,255 |
| Weight : | 3416 lbs | 1549.472 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 22.1 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 202.1 in | 5133 mm. |
| Width : | 71.1 in | 1806 mm. |
| Height : | 53.4 in | 1356 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 104.2 in | 2647 mm. |
| Front Track : | 58.1 in | 1476 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.5 in | 1486 mm. |
(V-8) Sport Coupe
| Price : | $16,025 |
| Weight : | 3452 lbs | 1565.801 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 22.1 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 202.1 in | 5133 mm. |
| Width : | 71.1 in | 1806 mm. |
| Height : | 53.4 in | 1356 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 104.2 in | 2647 mm. |
| Front Track : | 58.1 in | 1476 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.5 in | 1486 mm. |
(V-8) LX Coupe
Chassis # 1FABP62F0JH109236
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| Price : | $16,607 |
| Weight : | 3390 lbs | 1537.678 kg |
| Fuel Capacity : | 22.1 Gal |
| Seating Capacity : | 5 |
| Doors : | 2 |
| Exterior | |
|---|---|
| Length : | 202.1 in | 5133 mm. |
| Width : | 71.1 in | 1806 mm. |
| Height : | 53.4 in | 1356 mm. |
| Wheelbase : | 104.2 in | 2647 mm. |
| Front Track : | 58.1 in | 1476 mm. |
| Rear Track : | 58.5 in | 1486 mm. |
Handling
| Suspension | |
|---|---|
| Front : Modified MacPherson struts with lower control arms, coil springs and anti-sway bar Rear : Rigid axle with four links and coil springs | |
| Steering | |
|---|---|
| Rack and Pinion |
| Tires / Wheels | |
|---|---|
| Tires : | P215/70HR14 |
Recall
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19870801 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 96V071000 |
| Summary | THE IGNITION SWITCH COULD EXPERIENCE AN INTERNAL SHORT CIRCUIT. |
| Consequence | THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE OVERHEATING, SMOKE, AND POSSIBLY FIRE IN THE STEERING COLUMN AREA OF THE VEHICLE. |
| Remedy | DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE IGNITION SWITCH. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: ELECTRICAL; IGNITION SWITCH. VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER AND MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLES AND LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS. NOTE: OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME, SHOULD CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673. ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S AUTO SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-800-424-9393. |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
| Mfr Report Date | 19880201 |
| NHTSA Campaign ID | 88V033000 |
| Summary | A DESIGN CHANGE TO FACILITATE CHANGEOVER IN REAR AXLE SHAFT FLANGES INADVERTENTLY PRODUCED THE POSSIBILITY FOR INTERFERENCE BETWEEN THE FLANGE AND DISC BRAKE ROTOR. |
| Consequence | THE INTERFERENCE COULD PREVENT PROPER SEATING OF THEROTOR. ALSO AN IMPROPERLY SEATED ROTOR COULD IN TIME RESULT IN A REDUCTION INTHE CLAMPING FORCES OF THE WHEEL STUDS, POSSIBLY LEADING TO FRACTURED STUDSAND REAR WHEEL SEPARATION. |
| Remedy | INSPECTION OF VEHICLES AND WHERE NECESSARY REPLACE REAR AXLE SHAFTS AND REAR BRAKE ROTORS. |
| Notes | SYSTEM: AXLE REAR SHAFT FLANGE/SUSPENSION.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER CARS. |
Data updated January 2023
1988 Averages
| Avg. Car Cost : | $10,400 |
| Avg. Household Income : | $27,225 |
| Avg. Home : | $91,600 |
| Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $0.91 |
| Avg. Stamp : | $0 |
1988 Ford Thunderbird FAQs (show)
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 1988 Ford Thunderbird?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 1988 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1988 Ford Thunderbird has a wheelbase size of 104.20 inches.Q: What is the length of the 1988 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1988 Ford Thunderbird has a length of 202.10 inches.Q: What is the width of the 1988 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1988 Ford Thunderbird has a width of 71.10 inches.Q: How much did the 1988 Ford Thunderbird cost when new?A: The 1988 Ford Thunderbird cost approximately $13,600 to $17,255 (USD) when new.Q: What were the bodystyles of the 1988 Ford Thunderbird? A: The 1988 Ford Thunderbird was offered as a (Turbo Four) HardTop Coupe, (V-6) HardTop Coupe, (V-6) LX Coupe, (V-8) HardTop Coupe, (V-8) LX Coupe, (V-8) Sport Coupe.Q: What tires did the 1988 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 1988 Ford Thunderbird had P215/70HR14 tires.Q: How many vehicles did Ford produce in 1988? A: Ford produced 1,331,489 automobiles in 1988.Q: How many 1988 Thunderbirds were produced? A: Ford produced 147,243 examples of the Thunderbird in 1988.Q: What engines did the 1988 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 1988 Ford Thunderbird had the following engine options: V 6 (3802 cc | 232.0 cu in. | 3.8 L.) with 140 BHP (103.04 KW) @ 3800 RPM and 215 Ft-Lbs (292 NM) @ 2400 RPM Turbocharged Inline 4 (2294 cc | 140.0 cu in. | 2.3 L.) with 150 BHP (110.4 KW) @ 4400 RPM and 200 Ft-Lbs (271 NM) @ 3000 RPM V 8 (4949 cc | 302.0 cu in. | 5.0 L.) with 155 BHP (114.08 KW) @ 3400 RPM and 265 Ft-Lbs (359 NM) @ 2200 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 1988 Ford Thunderbird have? A: The 1988 Ford Thunderbird had the following gearbox options: 4 speed Automatic Overdrive, 5 speed Manual.
