
Of the 1973 Arab Oil Embargo and the fuel shortage it caused. Was first enacted by Congress in 1975, and was intended to improve theĪverage fuel economy of vehicles sold in the United States, as a result The Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) regulation for the United States Has been the most popular body style ever, and the Bird will never again We hope to push back from the gate on time, soĭon't delay your purchase of the last mid-sized T-bird of the decade. First class passengers may begin the boarding process immediately at Lower Bodyside Protection option introduced that added a clear vinylĭecal along bottom of car (on top of paint finish) to better protect againstĪttention all passengers.Thunderbird Flight 1979 is now boarding at Gateħ9. Carburetor on base 302 CID V-8 modified to provide better performanceĦ.

Door and ignition locks modified to improve theft protection.ĥ. Electronic voltage regulator introduced as standard equipment.Ĥ. Standard interior upgraded to include fold-down center armrest for frontģ. Spoiler added under front bumper to improve engine cooling and fuelĢ. Style, making it the most popular in the history of the line.ġ. 955,032 Thunderbirds were built during the three year cycle of this body 1979 would be the final year for the Ford LTD II-based mid-sized Thunderbird. (22.0 on standard 351 V-8 California model, 27.5 (16.8 with Inflatable Spare tire)įuel Tank: 21.0 gals. Note: 5.8L (351 CID) required in California or with High Altitude Emissions System above) Model 87/Style 60H Town Landau $8,994 Weight: 4,104 Built: (incl. Model 87/Style 60H Thunderbird $5,999 Weight: 4,082 Built: (incl.

TOP LINE: BODY CODE/MODEL NAME/BASE PRICE 1979 Ford Thunderbird Production Numbers/SpecificationsĬanada: 1,752 (144 built during calendar year 1978)
