1987 Ford Thunderbird Tire Size & Pressure

The 1987 Ford Thunderbird tire size depends on trim: the Base, 2.3 W, Automatic takes P215/70R14; the Base, 2.3 W, Standard takes P215/70R14; the Base, 3.8 3 takes P215/70R14; the Base, 5.0 F takes P215/70R14; the LX, 3.8 3 takes P215/70R14; the LX, 5.0 F takes P215/70R14, per the factory service manual.

Factory-Spec Tire Size
Varies by trim
  • Base, 2.3 W, Automatic: P215/70R14
  • Base, 2.3 W, Standard: P215/70R14
  • Base, 3.8 3: P215/70R14
  • Base, 5.0 F: P215/70R14
  • LX, 3.8 3: P215/70R14
  • LX, 5.0 F: P215/70R14

Base, 2.3 W, Automatic

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
AllP215/70R14Door Placard——
AllP225/60VR16Door Placard——

Search by this configuration

Retailer searches do not verify vehicle fitment. Check the driver's door placard and wheel setup before ordering.

Base, 2.3 W, Standard

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
AllP215/70R14Door Placard——
AllP225/60VR16Door Placard——

Search by this configuration

Retailer searches do not verify vehicle fitment. Check the driver's door placard and wheel setup before ordering.

Base, 3.8 3

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
AllP215/70R14Door Placard——

Search by this configuration

Retailer searches do not verify vehicle fitment. Check the driver's door placard and wheel setup before ordering.

Base, 5.0 F

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
AllP215/70R14Door Placard——

Search by this configuration

Retailer searches do not verify vehicle fitment. Check the driver's door placard and wheel setup before ordering.

LX, 3.8 3

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
AllP215/70R14Door Placard——

Search by this configuration

Retailer searches do not verify vehicle fitment. Check the driver's door placard and wheel setup before ordering.

LX, 5.0 F

Tire Specifications

PositionTire SizePressureLoad IndexSpeed Rating
AllP215/70R14Door Placard——

Search by this configuration

Retailer searches do not verify vehicle fitment. Check the driver's door placard and wheel setup before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size tires does a 1987 Ford Thunderbird take?

It depends on the trim: Base, 2.3 W, Automatic uses P215/70R14; Base, 2.3 W, Standard uses P215/70R14; Base, 3.8 3 uses P215/70R14; Base, 5.0 F uses P215/70R14; LX, 3.8 3 uses P215/70R14; LX, 5.0 F uses P215/70R14.

What is the tire pressure for a 1987 Ford Thunderbird?

Refer to the tire pressure placard on your vehicle's driver side door jamb for exact cold inflation pressures.

What is the bolt pattern on a 1987 Ford Thunderbird?

Bolt pattern data is available in the factory service manual.

Other Ford Thunderbird Years

Other Ford Models