Most desirable year of retro bird

[mrmotions]

What is the most desirable year of retro bird and the least desirable and why

[CVCashmere]

Each year has special colors that may be more desirable to one person more than another.

Mechanically...the 2003-2005's are pretty much identical. The 2002's have older engine controls and produce less horsepower, but have a very nice blue color.

CVCashmere

[wcoates]

I think that all Automakers have to make yearly improvements to their offerings. Saying that, I'd have to believe that the 2005 model would be the most desirable. As a firm believer in Ford's ESP program I'd also say that one with the extended warranty is a no brainer with the 2005. (Date for getting one is rapidly approaching!) As CVCashmere said colors are special to some folks. (2004-Merlot is my favorite!) I'd like to have the Homelink header that was available in 2005. Maybe when I tear my header out to replace the reveal molding I'll be a candidate for the unit Our member Brad has for sale on the retro parts for sale site on Facebook.

Yes 2005 IMHO is the most desirable.

[Frank Dreano]

I'm a fan of the first year of production for classics, although they may be missing some later refinements, I think they represent the company striking out in a new direction and it increases desirability.

So I have an '02 TBird and a '63 Corvette split window coupe (the first Corvette coupe, the first hidden headlights, first Sting Ray, etc..)

[BLACK BEAUTY]

I like heated seats. And Bill I've got a source for the Homelink..$100...

[wcoates]

I like heated seats. And Bill I've got a source for the Homelink..$100...

I agree with you Greg on the heated seats. Navigator has a bad back and her first action in getting into any car is to turn on the seats.

if you want to pass on the home link, I’ll pay $100 immediately.

[FatMan]

I'v always thought that the first & last year of production models will be the most desirable, therefor the most valuable. Color, options, millage, and overall condition would also play a roll. Any "Special Addition" (007, PCR, 50th Anniversary, ECT.) should demand more attention. That said, all 2005's are 50th anniversary car's, but the Cashmere's, with the number plate on the glove box door are the special additions for that year and will be more desirable then, lets say a Black or white 05.

This is just my opinion, my $0.02, and I have a 05 Cashmere !!

[Quickdraw]

I'v always thought that the first & last year of production models will be the most desirable, therefor the most valuable. Color, options, millage, and overall condition would also play a roll. Any "Special Addition" (007, PCR, 50th Anniversary, ECT.) should demand more attention. That said, all 2005's are 50th anniversary car's, but the Cashmere's, with the number plate on the glove box door are the special additions for that year and will be more desirable then, lets say a Black or white 05.

This is just my opinion, my $0.02, and I have a 05 Cashmere !!

Ahhhh but does the rarity of the 2005 Inca (only 82 made) trump the Cashmere?

[FatMan]

Ahhhh but does the rarity of the 2005 Inca (only 82 made) trump the Cashmere?

It does not have a Special Addition number plate. I do agree the color would make it desirable to some people. But in the end, it's just another 05 T-Bird. JMO

[4LOWBIRDS+7]

What about this 2005?


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[steelblue5505]

Fatman, the cashmere is also just another Retro.
Anyone can add a number plate to the glove box door. And owner's should all do that.
That type of info is easily obtained from QuickDraw. Any good trophy shop can make up a really attractive plate.

All the 2002-05 models are unique & special in many ways. In the eye of the beholder each one is going to be THE BEST EVER.

Speculation on if ever to be a "Classic" remains to be seen. Auction houses building inflated prices do not create classic cars.

[DaiUyTed]

They're all great, and yearly differences are negligible, not important enough on their own to influence a choice.
If hunting, pick your color, and then proceed to weigh other factors.

[FatMan]

The number plate installed by the factory are legitimate special additions. As you said I can add a number plate to a 58 Dodge dump truck, don't make it special, It's still a dump truck, didn't come from the factory with a plate. As for the prices at the auctions I hope they go up and up, that will make the perceived value of all Retro's increase.
As said, the one you have is "the best one ever", and I have a Cashmere, the best one too me. Again JMO.

[007Cruiser]

What is this special addition? Does it come from Bubbamath?

[FatMan]

LOL