1979 Ford Fairmont

Coupe

3.3L 200Cu. In. l6 GAS OHV Naturally Aspirated

Automatic

Clear

GAS

This car was purchased new in 1979 by my brother-in-law's parents at a local Ford dealership. It has 18,343 actual miles and has spent its entire life inside a garage. It is a true survivor with absolutely no rust. When I bought it a few weeks ago, the neighbor said he had never seen it out of the garage - according to my brother in laws family, it was last used in 2007 or 2008. I drained 12 gallons of stale gas out of the tank, replaced a bad fuel pump, installed a new battery, and this car started and ran like a champ with just a few cranks on the starter. Car runs smooth and drives good. There are a few issues - the tires are not weather checked, but "thump" as the car is driven as they have sat for so long. Air Conditioner needs a recharge (typical on old Fords) The fuel gauge does not seem to work. The power steering shaft coupler is missing the neoprene or fiber insert so the steering is a little loose. This is a $60 part - if I can find a replacement before the vehicle is picked up, I will have this fixed. The hood ornament is with the car but needs to be put back on. There are a few small dings and a few scratches here and there, but the paint is all original. Car has never been wrecked. I am hoping someone who appreciates such a survivor will buy this and turn it into a show car - with the factory wire hubcaps and factory sunroof, this car is sharp!