Seventh Generation Ford Thunderbird (1977–1979)

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Seventh Generation Ford Thunderbird for sale.

Ford downsized the Thunderbird onto a 114-inch wheelbase and dropped the price, and buyers responded in huge numbers, with more than 950,000 sold in three years. This is the best-selling Thunderbird generation by far. The base engine was the 302 Windsor, with 351M and 400 V8s optional. They are common, affordable, and a practical way into a malaise-era personal coupe.

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Seventh Generation Ford Thunderbird

1977–1979 · 2-door coupe

Ford downsized the Thunderbird onto a 114-inch wheelbase and dropped the price, and buyers responded in huge numbers, with more than 950,000 sold in three years. This is the best-selling Thunderbird generation by far. The base engine was the 302 Windsor, with 351M and 400 V8s optional. They are common, affordable, and a practical way into a malaise-era personal coupe.

Key Engines

Windsor V8 (302) 302 cu in · 130-149 hp
V8 (351M) 351 cu in · 135-161 hp
V8 (400) 400 cu in · 166-173 hp

Notable Trims

Thunderbird Town Landau Heritage

What to look for on a 1977–1979 Thunderbird

  • Lower fender, floor, and vinyl-roof rust
  • Emissions-era carburetor and vacuum drivability
  • Interior plastic and dash pad cracking
  • High-production survivors vary widely in condition

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