1979 Ford Fairmont Futura 2dr Fox Body on 2040-cars
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:Straight 6
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Ford
Model: Fairmont
Trim: Futura
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Mileage: 100,000
Sub Model: Futura
Exterior Color: Blue
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Blue
Extremely clean original 1979 Fairmont. Straight 6, auto, Factory air conditioning (not currently working) AM Radio. Super straight, original paint, unmolested car still has the original plaid interior. Perfect door panels and headliner. Super clean dash. I do have the factory shifter handle but the small plastic insert is broken. It does not affect the the shifter or transmission function. This is a super clean 33 year old car. It is not a show car by any means, but it is an extremely nice example of a car that is not that easy to find. Small dent on lower drivers side rear fender from a blowout years ago.Good driver, not rusty, would make a great sleeper 5.0 street car, or go all out with a 460 swap, or Pro Street. This car only weighs 2600 lbs. You will probably not find a cleaner Fairmont anywhere. Remember everyone has a Mustang. It is a Fox Body so all mustang 5.0 parts are interchangeable. Be different and be fast. Or just drive it as it is, Depenable daily driver.Has 100,000 miles Runs and shifts as it should. Have lots of pics. Will consider swaps. No reserve starting at 1300.00. No Shipping, You pay and arrange Shipping but must be paid for and picked up within 5 days of auction end. Questions call (954)446-4236
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