1973 Ford LTD Country Squire review from North America

The only problem I had with it was a major one. The block cracked, and leaked water into the cylinders, making a fog bank from the exhaust.

That truly upset me, because I so loved the car.

I really enjoyed driving my Country Squire... it was softly sprung and floated over road imperfections like they weren't there.

This car had tremendous power (until it broke). But it was a nice, smooth, velvety power that only a 400 V-8 can deliver.

The "3rd" seat was useful,as well. It was actually two facing seats that could sit four kids or people who don't mind being squashed into the back of a station-wagon. I managed to fit 13 people in this wagon all at once (not recommended).

The glovebox was perfect... huge, and it didn't dump out like some do. The adjustable roof-rack was very useful and convenient. It had such nice little insignificant touches, like a remote right mirror, that the driver could adjust without stretching clear across the seat.

I also truly did love the style. The wood-grain, the white-wall tires, the hood ornament. It was so cool!