1975 Ford Granada Ghia 4 door from North America - Comments

A lot of things went wrong with the car. It wasn't taken care of at all.

We paid $500 for it back in 1987. We got off of a friend of ours who had it on his used car lot in Cinnaminson New Jersey. The car was supposed to be silver, but it looked more like a grey primer. The vinyl top was black, and looked fair at the time we got the car. The original hubcaps were still on the car! The interior looked fine.

As for how it ran, that's another story. It religiously stalled out a lot. Then during the 3 years of ownership, it was problem after problem.

Finally, when we took it to our mechanic one day, the mechanic called us to tell us that the fire department had to come to the repair shop. Why?

Because the motor had caught fire. So we sold the car to the mechanic for only $50!

I would never buy one of these because they are not too reliable, and they're ever so hard to get parts for.

I agree that it is becoming very difficult to find parts for these cars now. But I have a 1975 2 door, Decor edition. With 313k + miles on it there are the rattles and such, but overall this car is great! If it weren't for the "car" ground clearance, I could go where most trucks go as far as rough roads are concerned and never worry about anything coming apart. I have used it as a time trial racer, pull-it-outta-the-ditch tow vehicle, tow it for 63 miles home vehicle, moving trailer tow vehicle and unpaved road rally racer. This car is SOLID! I was ill advised that the engine needed overhaul in order to pass the smog test at 299K. So I did. There was nothing wrong with the engine and even the rod and main bearings still looked new! I also foolishly decided to have the tranny redone. Since the rebuilds, the car is not as good as it was. Not even close. First time I've ever let someone else do what I can do. And now I pay the price. But this is not Ford's fault. I plan on keeping my Granada for life. Sorry you did not have the same great experience.