The 2004 Ford Thunderbird has revised seat trim, an Audiophile stereo, Homelink and newly styled aluminum accents. The Thunderbird has redesigned 17-inch wheels and a Light Sand Appearance package, which includes cream-colored gauges, a sand-colored top and bronze interior accents. Merlot, Platinum Silver and Vintage Mint Green are new exterior paint choices this year for the Thunderbird. The 2004 Ford Thunderbird has an aluminum, 3.9-liter, dual-overhead-cam V-8 engine that produces 280 hp at 6,000 rpm and drives a close-ratio five-speed-automatic transmission. SelectShift operation for manually selected gear changes is optional.