Drivetrain
Chassis
Body
"Turbo Luxury"
GR Auto Gallery is excited to present this 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe—a final-year example of one of the most underrated performance cars of the 1980s. Finished in Medium Grey with a subtle red pinstripe, this Turbo Coupe blends sleeper styling with genuine engineering innovation from the height of the Fox-body era.
Powered by a turbocharged 2.3L inline-4 paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, this T-Bird delivers surprising punch and torque for a car of its time. What really sets it apart, though, is the electronically adjustable suspension—an advanced feature that lets you dial in ride comfort or performance with the push of a button, years before such systems became mainstream. The car rides on its original setup and retains its factory turbocharged powerplant, giving it a level of authenticity rarely seen in examples today.
The interior is an all-original time capsule, showcasing grey leather seats with power adjustments for both driver and passenger. Other features include power windows, power locks, cruise control, a sunroof, and a factory sound system complete with a graphic equalizer—a true '80s throwback. The original window sticker is included, adding a collector's touch to this well-preserved car.
Garage-kept and never driven in snow, this Thunderbird has been lovingly maintained and kept all-original, making it an exceptional survivor from a time when Ford was pushing boundaries with tech and turbo power. Whether you remember these from their heyday or just appreciate a sleeper with vintage charm, this Turbo Coupe delivers.
Please call or email us today for more information.
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1988 Ford
Thunderbird Turbo Coupe
Description
GR Auto Gallery is excited to present this 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe—a final-year example of one of the most underrated performance cars of the 1980s. Finished in Medium Grey with a subtle red pinstripe, this Turbo Coupe blends sleeper styling with genuine engineering innovation from the height of the Fox-body era.
Powered by a turbocharged 2.3L inline-4 paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission, this T-Bird delivers surprising punch and torque for a car of its time. What really sets it apart, though, is the electronically adjustable suspension—an advanced feature that lets you dial in ride comfort or performance with the push of a button, years before such systems became mainstream. The car rides on its original setup and retains its factory turbocharged powerplant, giving it a level of authenticity rarely seen in examples today.
The interior is an all-original time capsule, showcasing grey leather seats with power adjustments for both driver and passenger. Other features include power windows, power locks, cruise control, a sunroof, and a factory sound system complete with a graphic equalizer—a true '80s throwback. The original window sticker is included, adding a collector's touch to this well-preserved car.
Garage-kept and never driven in snow, this Thunderbird has been lovingly maintained and kept all-original, making it an exceptional survivor from a time when Ford was pushing boundaries with tech and turbo power. Whether you remember these from their heyday or just appreciate a sleeper with vintage charm, this Turbo Coupe delivers.
Please call or email us today for more information.
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Specs
- Year
- 1988
- Make
- Ford
- Model
- Thunderbird
- Sub Model
- Turbo Coupe
- Miles
- 22,492
- Vin
- 1FABP64T7JH179478
- Stock
- B6035 J
Basic
- Engine Size
- 2.3L I4 Turbocharger
- Engine Type
- Gasoline
- Transmission Type
- 4-Speed Automatic
- Drivetrain
- RWD
Engine
- Body Color
- Medium Grey
- Body Style
- Coupe
- Doors
- 2
Body
- Interior Color
- Gray
- Seat Material
- Leather
Interior
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