2001 Ford Taurus Sel on 2040-cars
Sellersburg, Indiana, United States
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.0L 24V DURATEC
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Make: Ford
Model: Taurus
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: SEL
Options: Sunroof, Cassette Player, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: FWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag, Passenger Airbag
Mileage: 160,235
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Chestnut
Interior Color: Tan
Number of Cylinders: 6
Up for bid is a 2001 Ford Taurus. First off, the transmission warning light is coming on and the transmission will not shift into overdrive. It shifts good through the other gears and the fluid looks good. I have not had it diagnosed yet, it could be just a sensor or it could have internal issues, I don't know. We have owned it for 10 years and we have kept the maintenance up, it has been well taken care of. I have used synthetic oil. The interior is all leather and is in good condition with normal wear. The leather trim on the driver door is coming loose. The body is in good condition, but there is some rust that has formed on the right rear fender opening. The a/c works great and all accessaries work. Vehicle is sold as is. Thanks for looking and good luck bidding.
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