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1978 Ford Ranchero 500 Standard Cab Pickup 2-door 5.0l on 2040-cars

US $500.00
Year:1978 Mileage:123081
Location:

Salem, South Dakota, United States

Salem, South Dakota, United States

I am trying to sell this for my grandfather who had it stored for several years and wants to get rid of it quick.

 

Buyer discretion, we could not get the motor to turn over the other day, we are not sure what is wrong, but this car might be worth checking into anyway if your looking for a restoration project or parts car.


Body has quite a bit of rust around the bottom of the quarter panels, tailgate, and rocker panels (see pictures).


Interior is in fair shape, no major tears noted, except for a small tear on the driver seat.

 

Tires are good and match but the wheels are mismatched brands.

 

Call 605-291-9133 if you need more info before bidding.

 

If you want to look at the car before bidding, just call the number above and we will set up a meeting.

 

Other than what was said above, we really do not know much about the car. 

 

The car was abandoned in my grandpa's storage business for several years until my grandpa contacted the previous owner and sued him for the title.

 

Buyer is responsible for pickup.

 

NO Trades.

 

Cash payment in person or PayPal.

 

 

 

 

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