2003 Ford Thunderbird
VIN: 1FAHP60A63Y107799 | 2003 | Ford Motor Company | WIXOM, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
2003 Ford Thunderbird — 3.9L 8 Cyl, See owners manual. Convertible/Cabriolet.
B
78/100
Safety & Recall Score: Good
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Composite rating based on recalls, complaints, crash ratings, and vehicle age.
⚠ 73 owner complaints
⚠ Not yet NHTSA crash-rated
⚠ 15+ year old vehicle
✓ No open recalls
✓ VIN fully verified
VIN Decoded
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- Type: PASSENGER CAR
- Body: Convertible/Cabriolet
- Plant: WIXOM, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
NHTSA Recalls
No Open Recalls- No open recalls found.
Owner Complaints
73 filed with NHTSA- Rattle in my front end E code for transmission
- BASICALLY, ALL SUSPENSION RUSTED OUT, INCLUDING BOTH FRONT SUSPENSIONS,...
Fuel Economy
18 MPG Combined- City: 16 MPG
- Hwy: 23 MPG
- Combined: 18 MPG
- Fuel: Gasoline
Technical Specifications
Vehicle Overview
VIN
1FAHP60A63Y107799
Model Year
2003
Make
Ford
Model
Thunderbird
Trim
Not available
Series
Not available
Body Style
Convertible/Cabriolet
Vehicle Type
PASSENGER CAR
Doors
2
Seats
Not available
Seat Rows
Not available
Drive Type
Not available
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Transmission
See owners manual
Engine
3.9L 8 Cyl
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Plant Location
WIXOM, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
Country of Origin
UNITED STATES (USA)
VIN Breakdown
Position 1 — Country
1 → United States
Position 2 — Manufacturer
F → Ford Motor Company
Position 3 — Vehicle Type
A → PASSENGER CAR
Positions 4–8 — Descriptor
HP60A → Thunderbird Not available
Position 9 — Check Digit
6 → ✓ Valid
Position 10 — Model Year
3 → 2003
Position 11 — Plant Code
Y → WIXOM, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA)
Positions 12–17 — Serial
107799 → Production sequence
Engine & Powertrain
Engine Model
Not available
Engine Manufacturer
Ford
Cylinders
8 Cyl
Displacement
3.9 L
Displacement CC
3900.0
Displacement CI
237.99260196945
Engine Config
V-Shaped
Engine Cycles
Not available
Horsepower
Not available
Torque
Not available
Valve Train
Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Fuel Injection
Not available
Cooling System
Not available
Engine Brake HP
Not available
Turbocharger
Not available
Supercharger
Not available
Transmission Style
Not available
Transmission Speeds
Not available
Drive Type
Not available
Electrification
Not available
Fuel Type Primary
Gasoline
Fuel Type Secondary
Not available
Battery Type
Not available
EV Drive Unit
Not available
Fuel Economy & Environmental Impact
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Secondary Fuel
Not available
Combined MPG
18 MPG
Combined MPGe
Not available
City MPG
16 MPG
Hwy MPG
23 MPG
Annual Fuel Cost
$3,400
5-Yr Fuel Cost
$17,000
GHG Score
Not available
Smog Rating
Not available
CO₂ Emissions
493.7 g/mi
Barrels/Year
16.53
Safety & Driver Assistance
ABS
Not available
ESC
Not available
Traction Control
Not available
TPMS
Not available
Forward Collision Warn
Not available
Lane Departure Warning
Not available
Lane Keep System
Not available
Blind Spot Monitoring
Not available
Blind Spot Intervention
Not available
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Not available
Adaptive Cruise Control
Not available
Parking Assist
Not available
Dynamic Brake Support
Not available
Pedestrian AEB
Not available
Rear Auto Braking
Not available
Auto Reverse System
Not available
Daytime Running Lights
Not available
Adaptive Driving Beam
Not available
Keyless Ignition
Not available
Auto High Beams
Not available
Front Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Side Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Curtain Airbags
1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Knee Airbags
Unknown
Seat Belt Type
Manual
Pretensioner
Not available
Brake System
Not available
Steering Location
Not available
Vehicle Dimensions & Weight
Wheelbase
Not available
Ground Clearance
Not available
Vehicle Length
Not available
Vehicle Width
Not available
Vehicle Height
Not available
Curb Weight
Not available
Track Width Front
Not available
Track Width Rear
Not available
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Doors
2
Bed Length
Not available
Cab Type
Not Applicable
Fuel Tank
Not available
0–60 mph
Not available
Towing & Utility
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Trailer Type
Not Applicable
Axles
Not available
Axle Config
Not available
Trailer Body
Not Applicable
Drive Type
Not available
Wheels & Tires
Front Tire Type
Not available
Rear Tire Type
Not available
Front Wheel Size
Not available
Rear Wheel Size
Not available
Spare Tire Type
Not available
Spare Tire Size
Not available
TPMS
Not available
Wheel Material
Not available
Manufacturing & Identity
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer ID
976
Make ID
460
Model ID
2345
Plant Company
Wixom
Plant City
WIXOM
Plant State
MICHIGAN
Plant Country
UNITED STATES (USA)
Plant ZIP
Not available
Dest. Market
Not available
Vehicle Descriptor
1FAHP60A*3Y
GVWR
Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Recall & Safety Summary
Total Recalls
0
Recall Status
No open recalls
Overall Risk Level
Low Risk
ABS
Not available
ESC
Not available
Traction Control
Not available
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Estimated Market Value
Based on vehicle age, class, trim & U.S. market conditions
Market estimate
$3,600–$5,600
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Safety Ratings
Overall Rating
Not rated by NHTSA
Front Crash Rating
Not rated by NHTSA
Side Crash Rating
Not rated by NHTSA
Rollover Risk
Not rated by NHTSA
Safety Recalls
No active recalls found
No recall records were returned for this vehicle.
TSBs are manufacturer repair instructions issued to dealerships. They are not safety recalls. If you're experiencing an issue, ask your dealer if a TSB applies.
No bulletins found
No technical service bulletin records returned for this vehicle.
Finance & Cost Estimates
🔧 Service & Parts for this 2003 Ford Thunderbird
$1,200/yr
Estimated Annual Insurance (national avg — varies by driver, location & coverage)
5-Year Cost of Ownership (estimate)
Insurance (5yr)
$6,000
Maintenance (5yr)
$7,500
5-Yr Fuel Cost (EPA)
$17,000
Depreciation (5yr est.)
$2,520
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Owner Complaints
Rattle in my front end E code for transmission
Rattle in my front end E code for transmission
BASICALLY, ALL SUSPENSION RUSTED OUT, INCLUDING BOTH FRONT SUSPENSIONS,...
BASICALLY, ALL SUSPENSION RUSTED OUT, INCLUDING BOTH FRONT SUSPENSIONS, SPINDLE RODS, SWAY BAR, OUTER TIE RODS, BOTH REAR TIE ROD LINKS, REAR LOWER AND UPPER CONTROL ARMS ,...
WHEN I OPEN THE VEHICLE DOOR AT NIGHT OTHER...
WHEN I OPEN THE VEHICLE DOOR AT NIGHT OTHER VEHICLE DRIVERS CAN NOT SEE MY OPENED VEHICLE DOOR WHEN I ENTER OR EXIT THE VEHICLE EVEN WITH A...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD. WHILE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD. WHILE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD. THE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS...
I'VE OWNED MY 2003 THUNDERBIRD SINCE IT WAS NEW....
I'VE OWNED MY 2003 THUNDERBIRD SINCE IT WAS NEW. IT NOW HAS 65000 MILES AND IS DRIVEN ONLY 2000 MILES A YEAR, OVER THE LAST 5 YEARS. DURING...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD. THE...
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 FORD THUNDERBIRD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE DRASTICALLY REDUCED SPEED AND HESITATED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS....
CAR SPUTTERED AND MISFIRED CAUSING PARTIAL POWER LOSS AND...
CAR SPUTTERED AND MISFIRED CAUSING PARTIAL POWER LOSS AND SPEED LOSS. PROBLEM IS IGNITION COILS. HAVE NOW HAD TO REPLACE A TOTAL OF THREE DURING TWO SIMILAR EVENTS....
Showing 8 of 73 complaints. View all on NHTSA →
Maintenance Schedule
Current
Oil & Filter Change
Every 7,500 mi
Ford recommended interval
Due Now
Air Filter (Engine)
Every 15,000–30,000 mi
Dirty filter reduces fuel economy by up to 10%
Due Now
Cabin Air Filter
Every 15,000–25,000 mi
Affects AC, heat, and air quality
Due Soon
Tire Rotation
Every 5,000–7,500 mi
Extends tire life by 25–40%
Due Soon
Brake Inspection
Every 12 months or 15,000 mi
Brake pads typically last 30,000–70,000 mi depending on driving
Due Now
Spark Plugs
Every 30,000–100,000 mi
Copper plugs every 30k; iridium/platinum every 60–100k
Due Now
Coolant Flush
Every 30,000 mi or 5 years
Old coolant becomes acidic and damages the cooling system
Due Now
Transmission Fluid
Every 30,000–60,000 mi
Neglected fluid leads to expensive transmission repairs
Due Now
Brake Fluid Flush
Every 2 years
Brake fluid absorbs moisture, lowering boiling point
Due Now
Battery Test
Every 3–5 years
12V batteries typically last 3–5 years
Due Now
Drive Belt Inspection
Every 60,000–100,000 mi
Serpentine belt failure leaves you stranded
This schedule is a general reference based on make, model year, and powertrain. Always follow your owner's manual for exact intervals.
Additional Tools & Information
Estimated depreciation for this 2003 FORD Thunderbird based on vehicle class and age. Verify with KBB or Edmunds for mileage-adjusted value.
2003
$4,600
2004
$4,000
-12%
2005
$3,600
-22%
2006
$3,100
-32%
Estimates based on vehicle class averages. Actual values vary by mileage, condition, and location.
Estimated annual cost to own this vehicle at average U.S. driving conditions.
Insurance
$1,200/yr
18%
Maintenance
$1,500/yr
22%
Fuel/Energy
$3,400/yr
50%
Depreciation
$504/yr
7%
Registration
$250/yr
4%
Estimated Total Annual Cost
$6,854/yr
National averages. Registration varies by state. Does not include parking, tolls, or loan interest.
6.8
/ 10
Rank #13 overall
42 issues / 100 vehicles
Ford Reliability
Ford reliability is mixed. Trucks and V8 Mustangs score well; some EcoBoost engines and electronics have higher complaint rates.
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$3,200–$5,200
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Dealer (Used)
$3,800–$6,200
Some warranty · Financing available
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$3,900–$6,400
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⚠ Always check the tire placard on the driver door jamb for the exact manufacturer-specified PSI for your vehicle.
Front Tires
32 PSI
See door jamb
Rear Tires
32 PSI
See door jamb
Spare Tire
60 PSI
Check monthly
Rotation Pattern Guide
FWD: Front to rear straight, rear cross to front
RWD: Rear to front straight, front cross to rear
AWD/4WD: Full X-pattern every 5,000–7,500 mi
Staggered: Side-to-side only if non-directional tires
Recommended rotation interval: every 5,000–7,500 miles. Rotate with every other oil change for best results.
❄ Winter Prep
✓ Check antifreeze concentration (minimum -34°F protection)
✓ Test battery — cold temps reduce capacity 30–60%
✓ Verify tire tread depth (4/32" minimum for snow traction)
✓ Consider winter tires if driving in snow or ice regions
✓ Replace wiper blades and refill washer fluid (-20°F rated)
✓ Test heater, front/rear defroster, and heated seats if equipped
✓ Inspect fuel lines and check for water in fuel system
☀ Summer Prep
✓ Check coolant level and test radiator cap pressure seal
✓ Inspect serpentine belt for cracking or glazing
✓ Test A/C system output and replace cabin air filter if needed
✓ Check tire pressure — heat increases PSI (recheck cold in a.m.)
✓ Inspect brake pads and rotors before summer road trips
✓ Check transmission fluid color and level
✓ Top off all fluids: brake, power steering, coolant, washer
Original Ford Factory Warranty
Basic / Bumper-to-Bumper
3yr/36k
Powertrain
5yr/60k
Corrosion / Rust
5yr/unlimited
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No model-specific issue notes in our database for this year. The 73 NHTSA complaints filed provide the best available signal — review them in the Owner Complaints section above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1FAHP60A63Y107799 decode to?
VIN 1FAHP60A63Y107799 decodes to a 2003 FORD Thunderbird, assembled in WIXOM, MICHIGAN, UNITED STATES (USA).
How many recalls does this 2003 FORD Thunderbird have?
No open recalls were found for this 2003 FORD Thunderbird at the time of this report. Always verify at NHTSA.gov before purchasing.
Is it safe to buy a 2003 FORD Thunderbird with open recalls?
This 2003 FORD Thunderbird currently shows no open recalls, which is a positive safety indicator. Always confirm directly at NHTSA.gov before finalizing any purchase.
What is the estimated value of this 2003 FORD Thunderbird?
Based on vehicle age, body type, trim level, and U.S. market data, this 2003 FORD Thunderbird is estimated at $3,600–$5,600. Verify with Kelley Blue Book or Edmunds for a precise appraisal based on mileage and condition.
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What fuel economy does a 2003 FORD Thunderbird get?
According to EPA data, the 2003 FORD Thunderbird gets approximately 18 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway). Estimated annual fuel cost is $3,400.
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