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1970 Ford Torino Type N/w Pacific Blue, Rare Limited-edition Collector! on 2040-cars

US $10,950.00
Year:1970 Mileage:132191 Color: Pacific Blue / Grabber Blue /
 Black
Location:

Vancouver, Washington, United States

Vancouver, Washington, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Engine:302
Vehicle Title:Clear
VIN: 0R30H136423 Year: 1970
Exterior Color: Pacific Blue / Grabber Blue
Make: Ford
Interior Color: Black
Model: Torino
Trim: Type N/W Limited Edition
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: Rear-wheel drive
Power Options: Power steering, Power brakes
Mileage: 132,191
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 is a very rare 1970 Ford Torino Type N/W hardtop in Pacific Blue (Grabber Blue). This was a limited-production Special Edition for the northwestern market, and very rare, with only a of 395 total made.

They were available in three "high-impact" colors:  Pacific Blue (Grabber Blue), Oregon Orange (Competition Orange), and Washington Green (Grabber Green).  There were 601 scheduled to be built over two years, however only 395 were made in 1970 with none made the following year. 

Ford made a number of different limited-production Special Edition models in the late 60's and early 70's, including the Type N/W Torino, Twister Special Torino, California Special Mustang, and High Country Special Mustang, all of which are rare, unique, and prized by collectors.

I have included an image of the Marti Report which verifies that this is a genuine Torino Type N/W in the original color.

The Type N/W package included the black-out hood paint treatment, hood twist-lock pins, special high-impact paint colors with graphics, dual outside sport mirrors, and argent silver road wheels with wide oval tires.  All engine options were available; this one came from the factory with the H-code 351C, and currently has a strong running period-correct 302 and C4 automatic transmission.  The car features power front disc brakes and power steering.  Mechanically, the car is what you might consider a "daily driver" in sound condition. The car has 132,191 total miles on it.

It has new BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires, new Centerline Auto Drag-style spun aluminum wheels, new brakes, new dual exhaust with chrome tips, new battery, and new carpet. The interior came with the full bench seats with headrests, and currently has Pro Touring-style black bucket seats installed... an easy change-over back to stock if you so desire.

This particular car sold new out of the Seattle area and spent the majority of it's life in Eastern Oregon, resulting in a dry, rust-free car. It has a very nice high-quality repaint in the original Pacific Blue, and it looks great.  I have found no evidence of rust or filler/panel repair on the car... very nice sheet metal.

The glass, chrome, and trim are all excellent, including the front grill and rear tail panel sections. I'd say the car would rate right up around a "9" on the exterior, and probably at least a "7" on the interior. The dash has a fitted "factory-style" dash cap installed, and while the upholstery on the bucket seats isn't an exact pattern match,  overall the interior is nice, complete, and sound with a good headliner, door panels, trim, etc.

All the gauges, heater, lights, wipers, etc. seem in proper working order with the exception of the turn signals; I think it's probably simply the flasher relay. 

While every effort is being made to describe this vehicle accurately, it is a 43-year-old classic automobile and is being sold as-is, without warranty expressed, or implied.  Shipping will be the full responsibility of the buyer, however I will make myself available to your shipper for loading and pick-up.  Please be prepared to remit payment within three days of the auction's end.

You may call me at 360-936-9257 or email with any questions you might have.

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