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1997 Ford Taurus Gl Sedan 4-door 3.0l on 2040-cars

Year:1997 Mileage:77265 Color: Green /
 Tan
Location:

Carpinteria, California, United States

Carpinteria, California, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.0L 182Cu. In. V6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Owner
VIN: 1FALP52U4VA239273 Year: 1997
Number of Cylinders: 6
Make: Ford
Model: Taurus
Trim: GL Sedan 4-Door
Options: Cassette Player
Drive Type: FWD
Safety Features: Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Mileage: 77,265
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks
Sub Model: se
Exterior Color: Green
Interior Color: Tan
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 1997 Ford Taurus was purchased new by the City of Carpinteria in Ventura, CA.  It was used for City business only.  The actual mileage is less than 78,000 miles.  It has a V-6 engine.  The car was serviced regularly and is seems to be in good running condition.   The interior is in reasonably good condition.  I did not see any tears or other issues with the upholstry.  The dash pad has separated from the instrument cluster by about an inch.    It can be reattached without much difficulty.  Tires are in good shape.  The car has never been in any accident.  The exterior paint is in poor condition.  The car would repaint easily.  City will smog test it upon sale. The car has been mechanically relaible.  It is sold as is without warranty.

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