Ford Torino 390 CID V8 1968
General description :
Mileage : 52633
BodyStyle : Sedan
Interior Color : Blue
Exterior Color : Blue
VIN : 8A40Y127473
Transmission Description : Automatic
Doors : 2
Description : Gateway Classic Cars of Louisville is proud to present this 1968 Ford Torino! Styling was drastically changed from the 1967 Fairlane models, resulting in growth in size and weight. The front fascia featured a full width recessed grille, with horizontal quad headlights placed at the outer edges. Horizontal dividing bars were featured in the grille depending on the model. Parking lights were placed at the outer edge of the front fenders and wrapped around the corner to also act as side marker lights to meet the new 1968 requirements. The body sides were smooth with one horizontal body crease running just below the beltline from front to back. The taillights were rectangular in shape and vertically situated in the rear panel above rear bumper. Reverse lights were now located in the middle of the taillights, and small side marker lights were located on the rear edge of the quarter panel. The top level "Torino" series, which consisted of a 2-door hardtop, a 4-door sedan, and the Squire station wagon that featured wood grained applique. This 2-door with a black vinyl hardtop is as original as it gets. This Torino is believed to have 52,633 and it shows! The current owner got this car 23 years ago from their Grandparents who bought the car new in 1968. The car has been in the same family its entire life! The original 390 CI V8 is mated to the original C6 automatic transmission both being in great shape. This car runs and drives like it should. The beautiful blue exterior paint is the original color and looks good. The interior of this car is in nice shape with the blue cloth matching the exterior and everything working like it should. This is one of the nicest cruising vehicles you will ever see. Options on this 1968 Ford Torino include: AM/FM Radio, Power Steering, Cloth Interior, Seat Belts, Spare Tire, Jack, Hub Caps, and Radial Tires. This 1967 Ford Torino is offered by our Louisville Showroom and can be seen in greater detail including 100+ HD pictures and an HD video at http://www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For additional information please call our knowledgeable staff at (812) 294-1555 or email us at louisville@GatewayClassicCars.com.
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1968 Ford Torino 390 CID V8 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Memphis by Gateway Classic Cars for $28000.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Torino Model Version : 390 CID V8 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1968 Sub type : Sedan Location : Louisville
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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.
During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.
In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.
In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.
Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com