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    '71 Ford Custom sedan

    I went to take a serious look at this old Ford today in Saint John, NB. It needs a lot of body work... Mainly around the rear wheel-wells and a few spots on the trunk floor. Doors have surface rust but no holes. Front fenders are rusted along the bottom.

    Interior needs a thorough cleaning. The 429 started up quite easily and sounded alright. The white/gold colour scheme is identical to the police cars of the era Hardtop, no vynal.

    The seller was very honest and didn't try to hide anything. It's was his Step-Dad's car. His wife doesn't want to sell the car but they need the garage space and $$ to renovate their home.

    Asking price is $1500 (with dog dishes) or $1200 firm without. If I was an experienced bodyman, I would probably buy this car.
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    '79 Continental Town Car
    '90 Crown Victoria LTD
    '94 Crown Victoria

    #2
    pics continued...
    Attached Files
    '79 Continental Town Car
    '90 Crown Victoria LTD
    '94 Crown Victoria

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      #3
      The 429 2V is gross rated at 320hp...
      Attached Files
      '79 Continental Town Car
      '90 Crown Victoria LTD
      '94 Crown Victoria

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        #4
        wow, cool car....remind me of my dad's old '71 LTD coupe!
        Last edited by Jason_GMQ91; 11-11-2009, 11:24 PM.
        1991 Mercury Grand Marquis LS - Current - June 2016 POTM Winner
        1996 Mercury Grand Marquis LS - SOLD
        1991 Mercury Grand Marquis LS - SOLD
        1987 Mercury Grand Marquis LS 2dr - Long gone

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          #5
          Originally posted by Jason_MarkVI View Post
          wow, cool car....remind me of my dad's old '71 LTD coupe!
          Do you have any pics of his '71?
          '79 Continental Town Car
          '90 Crown Victoria LTD
          '94 Crown Victoria

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            #6
            Originally posted by 79lincolnlover View Post
            Do you have any pics of his '71?
            Yes!!! His photos in Vancouver...next year I will go and find his photos at my parent's house and then I can scan it and post it at this site.
            1991 Mercury Grand Marquis LS - Current - June 2016 POTM Winner
            1996 Mercury Grand Marquis LS - SOLD
            1991 Mercury Grand Marquis LS - SOLD
            1987 Mercury Grand Marquis LS 2dr - Long gone

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              #7
              I'd go for it for the pre oil crisis 429 alone...but the car holding it up would be a pretty cool project.
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              - 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria P72 - the street boat - 5.0 liter EFI - Ported HO intake/TB, 90 TC shroud/overflow, Aero airbox/zip tube, Cobra camshaft, 19lb injectors, dual exhaust w/ Magnaflows, Cat/Smog & AC delete, 3G alternator, MOOG chassis parts & KYB cop shocks, 215/70r/15s on 95-97 Merc rims

              - 2007 Ford Escape XLT - soccer mom lifted station wagon - 3.0 Duratec, auto, rear converter delete w/ Magnaflow dual exhaust

              - 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis Ultimate Edition - Daily driver - 4.6 2 valve Mod motor, 4R75E, 2.73s. Bone stock

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                #8
                Also forgot to mention, the car hasn't been licensed or inspected since 1996. Burt Reynolds drives a brown Custom 500 in the movie "White Lightning"...Internet Movie Cars Database is a great site!
                '79 Continental Town Car
                '90 Crown Victoria LTD
                '94 Crown Victoria

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                  #9
                  What are the laws like over there regarding antique/vintage cars? Gotta inspect them like a new car, or..?
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                  - 1990 Ford LTD Crown Victoria P72 - the street boat - 5.0 liter EFI - Ported HO intake/TB, 90 TC shroud/overflow, Aero airbox/zip tube, Cobra camshaft, 19lb injectors, dual exhaust w/ Magnaflows, Cat/Smog & AC delete, 3G alternator, MOOG chassis parts & KYB cop shocks, 215/70r/15s on 95-97 Merc rims

                  - 2007 Ford Escape XLT - soccer mom lifted station wagon - 3.0 Duratec, auto, rear converter delete w/ Magnaflow dual exhaust

                  - 2008 Mercury Grand Marquis Ultimate Edition - Daily driver - 4.6 2 valve Mod motor, 4R75E, 2.73s. Bone stock

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                    #10
                    laws in NB

                    Originally posted by 1990LTD View Post
                    What are the laws like over there regarding antique/vintage cars? Gotta inspect them like a new car, or..?
                    When a new owner registers an antique/vintage car in NB, the DMV requires the following info:

                    -bill of sale from previous owner
                    -written appraisal by a licensed appraiser
                    -proof of inspection (no e-test is required)
                    -proof of insurance
                    -valid driver's license
                    '79 Continental Town Car
                    '90 Crown Victoria LTD
                    '94 Crown Victoria

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                      #11
                      still for sale...

                      http://saintjohn.kijiji.ca/c-cars-ve...AdIdZ161556101

                      As stated earlier, the seller isn't willing to negotiate much...
                      '79 Continental Town Car
                      '90 Crown Victoria LTD
                      '94 Crown Victoria

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                        #12
                        potential buyer

                        http://saintjohn.kijiji.ca/c-cars-ve...AdIdZ178052860
                        '79 Continental Town Car
                        '90 Crown Victoria LTD
                        '94 Crown Victoria

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                          #13
                          1500 aint bad if it runs, Looks like it has less rust than my merc did. Rear quarters developed holes after sandblasting.... Anyway cant tell too much from the pics but looks to be worth the 1500.
                          "Shakedown"- 1991 Grand Marquis GS Dual exhaust, Magnaflow xl turbos, Rear anti sway bar, Outlaw 1 wheels, 43k miles
                          1985 GMC 1500

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