1969 Ford Torino

GT Convertible Convertible

351

Automatic

9B43H211971

Clear

Gasoline

1969 Ford Torino GT Convertible 351, FMX 3 Speed AutomaticPower Steering Power Brakes Power Top Offered for sale is a car you don't see every day. Before I wrote this ad, I tried to find another one, but couldn't. I don't know how many were made, or how many are still left...but my guess isn't many because I couldn't find any. I had the car on Craig's List for a few weeks, and it got a lot of attention, but nobody willing to reach in their pockets and pay for it. I wanted to put it on EBay so the car can be seen by a worldwide market. I know someone, somewhere, is dying to have it. All you have to do is bid until the reserve is met (and I feel it's a low reserve for a car like this) AND be the high bidder. Simple Enough !!! The car is NOT a show car. The car is NOT a museum piece. The car is NOT perfect. If you expect any of those things, this is NOT the car for you. If you're looking for a car that you can jump in, start easily, drive around and be different...then this car is for you. It starts quickly, idles well, doesn't smoke or knock, and doesn't have any strange noises. It goes into gear smoothly, and shifts perfectly. It steers effortlessly, it accelerates nicely, and stops beautifully with it's all-new brakes. Mechanically, it's surprisingly good. If you decode the VIN, you'll see it's an Ohio-built, REAL GT convertible with a 351. The paint is old...probably 20+ years old. It's presentable, but by no means excellent. There is body filler, there are a few rust spots here and there, and some chipped/checked paint, etc. The worst spot, in my opinion, is the inner wheel well of the right rear tire (see photo). The left rear one is fine. The rear bumper has decent chrome, but has a few bends that need to be straightened. All of the GT emblems are in good shape. Nothing really needs to be changed, just cleaned, polished, and smoothed out. All of the body panels appear to be original. The trunk is rust-free. It has the correct wheels and hubcaps with matching spare. The photos were taken today, and I didn't wash it or anything else. I drove it up to the lake, snapped a few pictures, then drove it back to work. The interior is original looking, and as you can see in the photos, it's presentable just as it is. The top is excellent, and the back window looks perfect and clear. The radio is an old, aftermarket one, and it comes on, but doesn't make any noise. The power top works, but is a little slow. The windows roll up and down easily, but need minor adjustments to seal completely. All of those things mentioned are normal for an old car that hasn't been restored and are relatively simple fixes. I feel the car is a great example of an affordable, classic cruiser. It's worthy of the investment of at least a partial restoration. Being a rare GT convertible, it has to be worth a little time and money. Being a car you can jump in and drive away, it's already was ahead of the basket cases out there for sale. The car is located in Port Charlotte, Florida, on the west coast of the state, about 90 miles south of Tampa. It's close to I-75, so if you're the winning bidder and want to ship it, it's very easy to get to. If you're the winning bidder and are feeling adventurous and want to drive it home, you can be on the interstate in 10 minutes. Regardless of how it leaves, it must be paid in full PRIOR to it leaving. Please lets not waste each other's time. Serious buyers will ask the questions they need answers to, and will honor their bid and pay/pick up in a timely manner. Clean, clear title in hand...ready to hand over to the winner. Text me at 941-740-2277, email me through EBay, or call me, but if I miss the call, leave a message and I'll get in touch with you as time permits. Texts and emails usually get a much quicker response. Thanks for looking, good luck, and Happy Bidding.On Feb-01-16 at 09:25:15 PST, seller added the following information: I've had several emails about the car asking about what it needs. Nothing really. It can be a daily driver just as it is. It has had a lot of recent work done, to include new tires, brakes, tune-up, fluids, etc. Jump in it and go. It's a great car to restore because it's all there, Of course, you can take it to the next level by doing paint, interior, suspension, exhaust, and so on...but you don't have to. It could be driven like it is. With a few touch-ups and adjustments, you'd have a pretty great car just like it is. It's not priced like a perfect car, and it's a very fair price for a car that can be driven just like it sits. Even if you were to find another, it won't be in this price range. It's a rare, restorable classic and ready to go now. Text or email if you'd like to make an offer to buy it now and have me end the auction early. 941-740-2277On Feb-02-16 at 13:22:43 PST, seller added the following information: According to an informed member's research, Ford built 1640 bench seat equipped GT Convertibles. How many are left? His suggestion...... Don't give it away.