1974 Ford Gran Torino Squire

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  1. jwdtenn

    jwdtenn Well-Known Member

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    He listed it as a 73, but the rear bumper sure looks like a '74. I'm no expert, so I'll let the Torino guys weigh in.
     
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    Bumper/grill looks to be a '74 or '75... either that or the listing is wrong.
     
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    ModelT1 Still Lost in the 50's

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    I had a red 72 Gran Torino and all I can tell is the front is different.
    If this were under $5000 I'd be wanting to go to Ohio.
     
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    Not a '73 for sure - has to be '74-76. I chose '74 as seller may be going by the sticker on the driver door that it was built in late '73.
     
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    Gran Torino Squire

    This car is being FLIPPED! It was for sale last year on Craigslist for
    $5,000/BO AND at that time the Woodgrain was Beautiful!
    Probably bought it, then kept it outside over the Winter. Then wanted to
    make some bucks on it.
     
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    ModelT1 Still Lost in the 50's

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    Are most flippers truck drivers? Notice how so many pictures are at truck terminals? Or do they take pictures there so not to show where they really live?
     
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    Wood looks like it could be cleaned up better with Pledge.
     
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    Hey, ModelT1
    TOO TOO FUNNY !!!!!!!:rofl2::rofl2:
    ALTHOUGH, you might be on to something..........
     
    Mopar wagon Luvr, Jun 2, 2015
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    Yes:), but for better results and less having to do it again and again use leather conditioner. much more waterproof when/if it rains.(y)
     
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    ModelT1 Still Lost in the 50's

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    On vinyl? Wouldn't that cause streaks when wet?
    I agree, the sides just appear faded and dull. A good cleaning with something would help.
     
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    He doesn't really do an awesome job at presenting the car. The pictures make the car look like a heap at a quick glance (poor angles, no interior shots, awesome close up picture of the speedo). I like the duct tape on the air cleaner inlet and what is up with the front fender alignment?
     
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    I can't tell if the door is slightly off or the fender.
    As far as the duct tape that just shows the guy may not be handsome but he is handy!
     
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