Vehicle Description
This is number 285 of 700 built 2003 LIMITED EDITION '007' THUNDERBIRD. Ford Motor Company manufactured 700 Limited Edition '007' Ford Thunderbirds to commemorate the first appearance of a Thunderbird in the 40-year history of the James Bond film franchise. The '007' edition has a unique white leather interior and a distinctive Coral paint scheme to match the Thunderbird driven in the Bond film Die Another Day by Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry. The Coral paint also matches the bikini Berry wears in her role as Jinx. 'For the '007' Thunderbird, we knew we needed to develop a vehicle that would fit Halle Berry's character of Jinx and generate buzz for the dealers and enthusiasts,' said Steve Lyons, president of Ford Division. 'The '007' Thunderbird carries the James Bond mystique throughout its exterior and interior, creating an exclusive package fitting for any James Bond fan.' Like all 2003 Thunderbirds, this '007' edition also has a number of performance enhancements, including: Variable intake camshaft timing for the 3.9-liter DOHC V-8, which helps boost horsepower from 252 hp to 280 hp while simultaneously improving fuel economy, Electronic throttle control for improved powertrain response and refinement, A SelectShift five-speed automatic transmission that can be shifted like a manual transmission, but without a clutch, The '007' Thunderbird had a manufacturer's suggested retail price of approximately $43,000 when it was SOLD new. This Limited Edition '007' Thunderbird stands out from other 2003 Thunderbirds with its 207 Low miles and Coral body finish. The Performance White removable top, Chrome 21-spoke, 17-inch wheels match the A-pillar and trim accents. The new Performance White interior package includes full leather solid white seats and white-trimmed lower door panels and speaker covers. The understated '007' badge on the instrument panel shows its number 285/700 and Thunderbird insignias are located on the seat backs. The steering wheel and
