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- 1973 Ford Gran Torino Station Wagon
1973 Ford Gran Torino Station Wagon
Lot Number: 193
1973 Ford Gran Torino Station Wagon
Nicely restored Wagon with acres of space and very rare in the UK.
- Sold for: £6,525
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 19th March, 2022 at 10.30am GMT at
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BODY COLOUR
Blue -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
EWV 135L
SUMMARY
Nicely restored Wagon with acres of space and very rare in the UK.
DESCRIPTION
- This 3rd Generation Torino Wagon was imported six years ago for our vendor - its only UK owner
- Replacement 429ci V8. Fully rebuilt, replacing the shells, piston rings, camshaft and followers, timing gears and chain, oil pump, distributor and fitting a new carburettor.
- The C6 gearbox has been overhauled and fitted with a Transpac shift kit
- Suspension work includes new coil springs, shock absorbers, front and rear ‘sway-bars’
- Recently resprayed to a high standard in its original colour and lightly used since
- Sitting on a set of very smart American Racing ‘Torq Thrust’ alloys
- Will it fit in your garage? At 18ft long x 7ft wide, probably not
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 193
- Make
- FORD
- Model
- GRAN TORINO
- Registration Number
- EWV 135L
- Chassis Number
- 3H42F218990
- Engine Number
- 3Z622084
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Gary Dunne
- Car Specialist
- 07740 946796
- gary@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Gary.
CONTACTSCORE:
91 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Paintwork very good, minor aging and slight damage to gutter trim around windscreen.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Good, the headliner has a small tear at the rear door pillar.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
Recent rebuild. Bedding-in miles only.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Recent rebuild, kick-down not connected.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
Reversing lights converted to amber indicators. European Halogen dipped-beam headlights fitted.
Vehicle History
Restoration Notes
Another rebuilt engine and gearbox have been fitted. Full respray in its original colour
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Full payment must be received before any item is available to be released.
Vehicles can be collected from The NEC (B40 1NT) on Monday 21st between 8.30am and 1pm.
Our transport partners, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of The NEC by 1pm on Monday 21st therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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