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1997 Ford Thunderbird LX

1FALP6243VH145415
3.8L V6 OHV 12V
Engine
4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Transmission
RWD
Drive
Gasoline
Fuel
UNITED STATES
Built in
No factory image on file
1997 Ford Thunderbird

VIN Breakdown

SegmentCodeMeaning
WMI · World Mfr ID 1FA Ford · North America · United States
VDS · Descriptor LP624 Thunderbird LX
VIS · Vehicle ID 3VH145415 1997 · Serial 145415

Basic Information

MakeFord
ModelThunderbird
Year1997
TrimLX
Body StyleSEDAN 2-DR
Doors2
ManufacturerFord
CountryUNITED STATES

Engine & Performance

Engine3.8L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Drive TypeRWD
Fuel TypeGasoline
Plant CodeH
Serial Number145415

Basic Information

Model Year 1997
Make Ford
Model Thunderbird
Trim Level LX

Engine & Performance

SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 145 @ 4000
Displacement 3.8L/232
Fuel System SEFI
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 215 @ 2750
Engine Type 3.8L V6 OHV 12V

Transmission & Drivetrain

Transmission-short 4A OD
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic Overdrive
Driveline RWD

Dimensions & Weight

Curb Weight-manual 3506
Overall Length 200.30
Overall Width 73.20
Overall Height 52.50
Wheelbase 113.00
Standard Seating 5
Standard Towing 2000
Maximum Towing 2000
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 73.2
Wheelbase (in) 113.0
Height, Overall (in) 52.5

Features & Options

Powertrain-duration 36
Powertrain-distance 36,000
Power Door Locks Standard
Air Conditioning Standard
Cruise Control Standard
Cassette Player Standard
CD Player Optional
Driver Multi-Adjustable Power Seat Optional
Leather Seat Optional
Alloy Wheels Optional
Power Windows Standard

Fuel & Economy

Tank 18.00
Fuel Economy-city 17 - 18
Fuel Economy-highway 25 - 26
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy (MPG) 26
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City (MPG) 18

Safety & Braking

Anti-Brake System
Front Brake Type Disc
Rear Brake Type
ABS Brakes Optional
Driver Airbag Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard

Suspension & Handling

Steering Type Rack & Pinion
Front Suspension Independent
Rear Suspension Independent
Front Spring Type Coil
Rear Spring Type Coil
Tilt Steering Standard

Other Specifications

Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Body Style SEDAN 2-DR
Turning Diameter 36.60
Tires 205/70R15
Front Headroom 38.10
Rear Headroom 37.50
Front Legroom 42.50
Rear Legroom 35.80
Front Shoulder Room 59.10
Rear Shoulder Room 58.90
Front Hip Room 55.60
Rear Hip Room 56.60
Ground Clearance 5.40
Track Front 61.60
Track Rear 60.20
Passenger Volume 101.00
Cargo Volume 15.10
Basic-duration 36
Basic-distance 36,000
Rust-duration 60
Rust-distance Unlimited
MSRP $17,885
Dealer Invoice $16,318
Tachometer Standard
Manual Sunroof Optional
Rear Window Defogger Optional
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.5
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.5
Rear Tire Size P215/70R15
Front Tire Size P215/70R15

Pattern Information

Pattern1FALP624 V
WMI 1FA (United States, North America)