Others think that the ‘new’ Thunderbird is one of a handful of future classics … one that will appreciate handsomely in coming years. Some people think the 11th generation Thunderbird is just another ‘used car’ that will continue to drop in value over the years. The answer to that question depends on whom you ask. Is the 2002-2005 Thunderbird a future collectible? Notwithstanding a handful of extremely low-mileage examples that have brought close to original sticker price at collector auctions, most 2002-2005 Thunderbirds are selling for between $ 10,000 and $ 20,000, depending on mileage, condition, and rarity. As with all used cars, market values of 2002-2005 Thunderbirds have dropped considerably over the past ten years.

Many prospective buyers were discouraged by high dealer mark-ups and limited supplies, on top of an already high list price of over $ 40,000 for a fully-optioned car. The last of the 2005 Thunderbird rolled off the Wixom, Michigan assembly lines in the Summer of 2005, marking the end of a short four-year production run of just 68,095 vehicles. 200 of this limited-edition Thunderbird sold out in under two hours, with thousands on a waiting list, hoping for a chance to get one. The first of the new 2002s were offered through a special promotion with Ford and the upscale retailer, Neiman-Marcus. As the first two-seat convertible Thunderbird produced since the classic 1957 Thunderbird, the demand for this new version was unprecedented.

Since the 11th generation Ford Thunderbird was introduced at international auto shows back in 1999, it’s attracted world wide attention. Are you thinking of buying a 2002-2005 Thunderbird? – You’re not alone.

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