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1979 Ford Fairmont Futura Coupe 2-door 3.3l on 2040-cars

Year:1979 Mileage:18343 Color: Blue /
 Blue
Location:

Urbandale, Iowa, United States

Urbandale, Iowa, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:3.3L 200Cu. In. l6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Year: 1979
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Ford
Model: Fairmont
Trim: Futura Coupe 2-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Sunroof
Mileage: 18,343
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Exterior Color: Blue
Interior Color: Blue
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

This car was purchased new in 1979 by my brother-in-law's parents at a local Ford dealership.  It has 18,343 actual miles and has spent its entire life inside a garage.  It is a true survivor with absolutely no rust. When I bought it a few weeks ago, the neighbor said he had never seen it out of the garage - according to my brother in laws family, it was last used in 2007 or 2008. I drained 12 gallons of stale gas out of the tank, replaced a bad fuel pump, installed a new battery, and this car started and ran like a champ with just a few cranks on the starter.  Car runs smooth and drives good.  There are a few issues - the tires are not weather checked, but "thump" as the car is driven as they have sat for so long.  Air Conditioner needs a recharge (typical on old Fords) The fuel gauge does not seem to work. The power steering shaft coupler is missing the neoprene or fiber insert so the steering is a little loose.  This is a $60 part - if I can find a replacement before the vehicle is picked up, I will have this fixed.  The hood ornament is with the car but needs to be put back on.  There are a few small dings and a few scratches here and there, but the paint is all original.  Car has never been wrecked.  I am hoping someone who appreciates such a survivor will buy this and turn it into a show car - with the factory wire hubcaps and factory sunroof, this car is sharp!

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