1978 Ford Thunderbird Market Value & Price History
The 1978 Ford Thunderbird has a current market value of $12,668, based on 3 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with sold prices ranging from $10,000 to $13,750. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
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| Sold | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 | $13,750 | 22,695 mi |
| Jun 5, 2024 | $10,000 | 23,000 mi |
| Sep 23, 2022 | $10,250 | 18,000 mi |
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1978 Ford Thunderbird — Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1978 Ford Thunderbird worth?
The 1978 Ford Thunderbird has a market value of approximately $12,668, based on 3 verified auction sales. Recent examples have sold between $10,000 and $13,750.
How many 1978 Ford Thunderbird sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 3 sales in total.
Is the 1978 Ford Thunderbird appreciating or depreciating?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1978 Ford Thunderbird. For the full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection, open the 1978 Ford Thunderbird on DriveIndex.
Where can I buy a 1978 Ford Thunderbird?
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