1973 Ford LTD review from North America
"Nice ride."
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Rebuilt the engine at 167,000 miles because it seemed like a good idea.
Rebuilt the trans at 96,000 when it failed. Rebuilt again at 275,000 because it was a good idea - Didn't want to tempt fate.
Reupholstered twice due to sun damage.
Headliner replaced.
Miscellaneous engine accessories over the years - Alternators, Water Pumps, etc.
Repainted 7 years ago due to oxidation.
All systems functional thanks to self service wrecking yards, factory shop manuals and wiring diagrams plus Yankee ingenuity and mechanical aptitude.
General comments?
The car is comfortable on long trips.
Mileage on the road is around 16 to 18 MPG (It is a two barrel).
Handles well due to gas shocks and tight suspension. If you treat it right it will take care of you.
It always starts at the first turn of the key, but hey, I maintain it personally.
It can do Zero to 60 in about 8.8 Seconds so long as there is no junk in the trunk.
It has eaten many Hondas at the stop light and on freeway on ramps. Not bad for an old (Stock) girl.
Insurance is cheap. Registration is cheap. Maintenance/parts cheap.
I will drive it until they out law old cars.
Who cares if gas is $3 a gallon. My LTD will roll on.
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| Year of manufacture | 1973 |
| First year of ownership | 1991 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 351 Clevland Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 94000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 315000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Falcon |
| Date of Entry | 8th November, 2005 |