91LX2Bfast,
Did you happen to see the December issue of MM&FF? Pages 144-146 feature a sweet 94 Thunderbird that might give you some ideas. I don't know how similar the 94's are to the 97's (though this guy definately doesn't have it stock anyway) but there might be something of interest in it for you. Just thought you might want to know.
Stefan
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66 Tahoe Turquoise Coupe
Laser Red 96GT Ragtop
Both are slow but easy on the eyes!