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    It is hard to believe that my 02 is 7 years old today. What a thrill having the only one around for months. It got a lot of attention. Then again, it still does. As recently as last week, I was approached by a woman who obviously knew something about cars from what she owned (a 280Z). She didn't know that a 2 seat Bird had been produced again (I'm not certain where she has been hiding for the last 7 years), but she really liked my car. She seemed disappointed that they were no longer produced. I can only hope that the rest of the car's life is as essentially trouble free as the first seven years. It is tight as ever, and the paint still looks like new. I get lots of positive comments on it, even from other retro Bird owners. Even the leather still smells new. I just hope I haven't spoken too soon about the trouble free aspect. My extended warranty expires today too. Hopefully I will not be dealing with a rash of COPS, transmission, and other expensive problems. I am so glad theat I found, and joined, TBN. Even though I belong to a more formal club, the comraderie and support on this site has made ownership and use of my car that much more enjoyable. I look forward to the benefit and enjoyment of my Bird, and TBN, for a long time.
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    2002 Ford Thunderbird Premium, Torch Red with Full Accent Red Interior
    2013 Ford Escape SEL (Ecoboost), Frosted Glass
    2018 Ford F150 XLT Sport, Ruby Red Metallic

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    Re: "FUNBIRD" is 7 years old today

    Well Skip, we look forward to having you around for a very long time too.
    Mike

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    • #3
      Re: "FUNBIRD" is 7 years old today

      Skip, In the three and a half years I've had my 05, there have been at least ten people who did not know that Ford made a retro two seater and were confused as to what it was.

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      • #4
        Re: "FUNBIRD" is 7 years old today

        I know what you're feeling there Skip. Our 02 has already had two seven year birthdays, and on Saturday it will be her third seventh birthday.

        Built 6/15/01
        Delivered to DSM 8/1/01 (Then the long train ride back)
        Delivered to Dealer and SOLD 10/4/01

        I am still amazed at the grin I get every evening when I go in the garage to check on her (I'm suppose to be locking up the house), and I linger there.
        DaveR (as seen on survelance TV)

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        • #5
          Re: "FUNBIRD" is 7 years old today

          Congratulations to both of you!

          Great post, too!

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          • #6
            Re: "FUNBIRD" is 7 years old today

            Ol Dave, ours was the same way. Arrived 8-16-01, returned 9-01 to Wixom, and returned and delivered 10-9-01 seven years ago.
            02 Bird yelo/yelo full accent
            20 Ford Escape SE

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            • #7
              Re: "FUNBIRD" is 7 years old today

              Congratulations, Skip ... I wish you and FUNBIRD many more happy miles!
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              • #8
                Re: "FUNBIRD" is 7 years old today

                Happy birthday to both of our cars, Skip! I bought mine one year ago today ... had to drive all the way up to Maryland to get it. I've put 4,465 miles on it & it has put an equal number of smiles on me. A fair exchange.

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