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1991 Mercury Capri Xr2 Convertible 2-door 1.6l Turbocharged on 2040-cars

Year:1991 Mileage:144000 Color: Silver /
 Gray
Location:

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States

Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States
Engine:1.6L 1598CC 98Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
Vehicle Title:Clear
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Convertible
For Sale By:Private Seller
Fuel Type:GAS
VIN: 6MPCT0369M8611178 Year: 1991
Mileage: 144,000
Make: Mercury
Sub Model: XR2
Model: Capri
Exterior Color: Silver
Trim: XR2 Convertible 2-Door
Interior Color: Gray
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: FWD
Number of Cylinders: 4
Options: CD Player, Convertible, Factory Removable Hardtop
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Mirrors, Rear Defrost, Power Steering, Power Brakes
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. ... 

The Ugly:  six hail dimples on drivers side (only not on top or anywhere else).  Carpet very dirty.  Drivers seat fabric worn at shoulder, needs restitch.   Convertible top is worn has two smaller holes, really needs replace.

The Bad:  Minor oil leak at turbo oil supply line, leaves large drop of oil when parked.  Car drifts to right like it needs an alignment on the highway, needs shims on front wheel bearings to correct this.  Passenger window only goes down halfway, goes up fine, they say the cable is getting bound around wheel?  Fog lights do not turn on.  Tires are pretty thin. 

The Good:  Runs amazing.  Newer turbo put in 20,000 miles ago.  Newer short throw shifer.  Everything works except what is mentioned above.  Starts every single time.  Runs, never stalls, never dies.  Awesome to cruise in.  Incredibly fast for an old car, really, blows off Audi's, Porsches etc.  Amazing and real 35 MPG on mid grade gas. 

History:  I may be the 2nd owner and most probably 3rd owner at worst.  I have original owners manual, and factory repair manual which is very detailed.  I do not believe this car has accident history, as it seems very solid to me. 

Shipping etc is responsibility of buyer.  Car is at my house in Colorado Springs.  Pickup there.  Must be paid in full before car goes.  Clear title in hand.

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