Vehicle Description
This is a true car of distinction. The 1974 Ford Gran Torino Elite
was a short-lived personal luxury coupe with its own character. You
instantly recognize its charm because this one-owner example is so
correctly preserved and presented.
The mid-1970s Torinos remind us of the Starsky and Hutch coupe. But
this one goes in a much different direction, and you can tell that
from the moment it comes into view. The single headlight fascia is
unique to the Elite model. It gives the coupe an instant
distinction, especially because this model line only lived a few
years. So it's something that we don't see too often today. And we
bet you'll get plenty of people asking, "Hey, what's that car?" As
the top-dog in the Gran Torino lineup, this one costs more in 1975
than some of Ford's full-sized offerings. That's because it's a
premium coupe that was taking aim at cars like the Chevy's Monte
Carlo. You see it in the luxury details like the how the red trim
line rub strips match the vinyl roof. It looks quite distinct
against the silver. The paint shows all the right signs of being
the factory original application. While the presentation is no
longer perfect, instead, this one wears its age with pride. That's
what helps tell this car's unique story.
We love it when the red accents of the exterior are also a preview
of the full red interior. Going nearly half a century with only one
owner means this is the kind of car that was cherished, and it
shows this feeling particularly well inside. There was some use
over the years, but it's hard to not be impressed by the plush
velour seats that retain their button-top presentation. While this
was Ford's intermediate offering, in today's world, that means
plenty of room to carry everyone in comfort. But even if you're
just out for a solo cruise, this Gran Torino Elite is the right
choice. As a personal luxury machine, all the controls wrap around
the driver, including the original AM/FM stereo and controls for
factory air conditioning (will need servicing to work again.) The
dual-spoke steering wheel has that perfect feeling or originality,
and it gives you a commanding view of the sporty five-dial round
gauge panel set in the premium walnut-like trim.
This has a highly stock presentation under the hood. However, the
351 cubic-inch V8 hides a secret. The motor was replaced and
rebuilt by the original owner. It makes for a stronger and younger
powerhouse for those who like to drive their classics. So this one
fires up eagerly and runs well. The three-speed automatic
transmission is said to be original to the car, and it was rebuilt
about the same time as the motor was overhauled. The V8 power means
effortless torque at any speed and the kind of pulling power that
defined luxury in its era. It floats down the road like a good 70s
machine should, and with a power steering and power brakes with
front discs, Ford's Elite coupe a breeze to drive.
Complete with owner's manual, you're looking at the kind of classic
luxury machine that doesn't get seen very often anymore. So with a
presentation this nice, and a price this low, you need to hurry to
grab this deal. Call now!
