1979 Ford LTD Country Squire

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    I've a feeling the doors have had some serious work done. Neither door on the driver's side sits right compared to the rocker panel. The bottoms ripple, so some places sit proud and other are shy of being even. The same on the passenger side, but not quite so pronounced. Nice looking car, over all. Over priced for the condition, IMO. Still think these cars look odd with the 14 inch wheels, too.
     
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    hey, hey, hey

    AND, it passes inspection every year with new tires... :49: it's an "overall" thing for me... There just seems to be something wrong with it. You put a few fingers on things, here and there, but the overall picture is a little skewed. I'm thinking that's Colony Park woodie and that may have something to do with it--- but even then. :camera: and yes, what about the inside and the engine bay.
     
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    Nice wagon, but jw's right; the di noc's been redone and I'm thinking it's not correct for a '79. The bodyside moldings are also not accurate. I understand I'm being super picky, as it's a clean Squire, but I'm just saying. Kind of surprised it doesn't have the bumper rub strips. I guess they must've been an option, but almost every one I've seen has them.
     
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    It's definitely not right in terms of the woodgrain and the color. Looks much more appropriate for a Buick, to me. Interesting car.
     
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    Yup - definitely a lighter shade of Di-Noc, but looks to be a good installation job. This one needs to be seen up close. Pics aren't giving the entire story. Interior looks to be red, or possibly dark brown.
     
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    The ad lists the interior as "burgundy".

    I think the woodgrain is aftermarket. I can't recall any car from the factory with a grain quite like that. Too light for a CS and way too light for a Colony Park. Also, it looks like the surround rails are painted white or tan.

    I've observed before that most cars advertised in Hemmings seem to be priced high. There's no mention of engine size. I'd think the 351 would be preferable, unless you really need the 1 mpg advantage of the 302.
     
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