2005 Ford Taurus

Sedan

3.0L 182Cu. In. V6 FLEX OHV Naturally Aspirated

Automatic

1FAFP53285A283979

Clear

Flex Fuel Vehicle

2005 Ford Taurus VIN: 1FAFP53285A283979 Standard Equipment Merlot Clearcoat Metallic Exterior (Burgundy Color) Medium Dark Flint Cloth Interior 3.0L V-6 Engine 4-Speed Automatic Transmission Exterior Features · Multi-Reflector Headlamps · P215/60R16 16-Inch All-Season tires · Interval Windshield Wipers Interior Features · Integrated Control Panel · Grocery Bag Hooks · Day/Night Rearview Mirror · Rear Seat Heating Ducts · CFC-Free Manual Air Conditioner · Rear Window Defroster · Speed (Cruise) Control · Tilt Steering Wheel · AM/FM/Cassette Stereo · Carpeted Floor Mats Functional Features · Front Wheel Drive · Two (2) Power Points · Power Steering and Brakes · Power Windows, Door Locks, & Mirrors Safety/Security Features · Dual Stage Driver & Front Passenger Airbags · Seatbelt Pretensioners · Side Impact Door Beams · Child Seat Tether Anchors · Child Safety Rear Door Locks · Battery Saver Feature · Belt-Minder Chime · Inside Trunk release · 5-MPH Front & Rear Bumpers · Remote Keyless Entry Other Features Included · Dual Power Mirrors · Four-Wheel Antilock Brakes (ABS) · Engine Block Heater · Cigarette Lighter · Power Heated Mirrors with Perimeter Lighting This vehicle was purchased new by the City of Champaign and used in various Administrative capacities. The vehicle currently had 63,357 miles and was removed from service in Oct 2015 as part of our normal vehicle rotation cycle. The tires have approximately 30 - 40% tread remaining. The exterior is in fair condition. The front bumper paint is oxidized & peeling in some areas. The hood has multiple rock chips present, with one that is slightly less than dime size. There are light scratches present on both head light housing lenses from normal wear. The left front fender has a few small rock chips present. The driver door & door molding has some small door dings present. The driver side rear door & door molding has some small door dings present. The rear bumper paint is oxidized, has some scratches present, & the paint is peeling in some areas. The passenger side rear door & door moldings has multiple, small door dings present. The passenger side front door & door moldings has multiple, small door dings present. The interior is in good condition. There is a small hole at the top front center edge of the headliner from where emergency lighting was previously installed. There are two (2) small screw holes present on the lower portion of the center dash to the right of the power outlets. This vehicle was serviced on a 120-day preventive maintenance cycle. It was last serviced in Nov 2014 at 60,900 miles. Other repairs to this vehicle include the following. In May 2014, at 59,346 miles, the left rear brake light bulb was replaced. In Mar 2014, at 57,814 miles, the tires were rotated & rebalanced. In July 2012, at 49,536 miles, both wiper blades were replaced. In Aug 2011, at 44,502 miles, the right rear tire was replaced. In Mar 2011, at 42,720 miles, the electrical wiring to the third brake light was repaired. In Oct 2010, at 39,680 miles, the left rear turn signal bulb & front brake rotors were replaced. In Oct 2009, at 31,603 miles, the rear tires were replaced. Also in Oct 2009, at 31,074 miles, the front brake pads, front brake rotors, & front tires were replaced. In June 2009, at 26,941 miles, the battery was replaced. In Apr 2008, at 19,868 miles, the right front tire was repaired. In Feb 2007, at 9,598 miles, the driver side exterior mirror cover was replaced. In Mar 2006, at 5,015 miles, the driver side exterior mirror assembly was replaced. This vehicle can be viewed between the hours of 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding national holidays, at the City of Champaign Public Works Department, 702 Edgebrook Drive, Champaign, Illinois. The vehicle must be picked up between the hours of 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday at the same location. The City of Champaign is required to sell all vehicles through an auction process. We cannot accept “Buy It Now” offers or trades. High bidder is responsible for picking up the vehicle from Champaign, Illinois. High bidder is responsible for all shipping and transportation costs. Winning bidder confirm winning the auction by sending a Non Refundable $500 Money Order or Cashier’s Check within (3) days to serve as a deposit. High bidder is to take delivery of this vehicle within (30) days. Remainder of balance is due before we will release the vehicle and/or any paperwork. Cashier’s check or money order only. We do not offer financing or accept credit card payments. This vehicle is being sold as is, with no warranty, expressed written or implied. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account for any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer’s request prior to the close of sale. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle.