1973 Ford Gran Torino Sport Fastback review from North America
"A classic collector muscle car, in the making."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
This car needs a pro paint job. It was flat white and the rust was covered with a load of bondo. Could use a new carburetor, but it still runs great.
General comments?
In high school I sanded it all down and replaced most of the rust on the body and around the wheel wells.
I painted it metallic gun metal grey. The paint doesn't look too bad, but I am getting it done professionally pretty soon.
I paid 2500 for the car and it came with some slick deep dish craigers in perfect condition.
I want to do this car up right, make it a collector. The engine is huge and has serious potential. The body shape for the 73' sport fastback is pretty sick.
Give me some feedback, let me know what you think of the car. Give me some ideas for the engine. What do you think is the proper colour to paint this car?
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1973 |
| Year of manufacture | 1973 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 429 Big Block Automatic |
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| Previous car | Dodge Aspen |
| Date of Entry | 27th December, 2007 |