Vehicle Description
Evolve Motors and Chicago Car Club are pleased to present this '74
LTD Brougham! While it surely doesn't look like it, this LTD
Brougham has covered over 102,000 miles throughout the course of
its 43 year life. This car is phenomenally well-preserved and needs
absolutely nothing to be a reliable, impressively-clean routine
driver. Exterior: First off, paint. Paint is a respray of the
original black and presents exceedingly well. You would be
hard-pressed to find any signs of aging at all. There are no rock
chips, even on the lowest points of the front end and behind the
rear wheels. The only paint blemish whatsoever is a light scratch
between the trunk crease and bottom of the rear window, which is
about 2 inches in length. Gold pinstripes are without cracks or
wear, and contrast beautifully against the black paint. Chrome is
excellent throughout, and really completes the look of this big
2-door coupe. There is no oxidation on the chrome, and it shines
bright. Chrome rocker trim just underneath the door jambs appears
to be slightly warped; to call it dented would be an overstatement.
"Warping" is identical on both driver and passenger sides and is
only noticeable upon close inspection. Black vinyl top is pristine;
the car truly is in very impressive shape. The top is in as-new
condition. All glass is clear and crack free. Panel fitment is
excellent and the doors close without a fuss. Interior: Gray Gold
cloth interior looks sharp against the black exterior. The interior
presents similarly to the exterior; it's clean and neat with very
few signs of wear. Wear includes a crack in the plastic on the back
of the steering wheel, a small spot of faux wood on the lower dash
that peeled off with the removal of a sticker, and a light scratch
on the glovebox. Bench seat is very comfortable and is free of
stains or tears, as is the gold carpeting. Headliner is tight,
backseat looks as though it has seen very little, if any use.
Floormats are free of stains, and rubber Ford floormats will come
with the car as well. The only powered system that does not appear
to be functioning properly is the analog clock. Air conditioning
blows nice and cold, radio sounds great, and cruise control works.
All lights, signals, and dash lights are functional. Odometer is
functional; odometer reads 2,100 miles, as it rolled over when the
car surpassed 100,000, but the car could easily pass as a 2,100
mile "survivor". A real time-capsule. Under the Hood / Underbody:
This particular LTD Brougham retains its original 400cid 6.6L V8.
Car runs and drives very, very well. Starts first turn, idles cool
and steady, and tracks nice and straight. Brakes feel great, no
hooking in either direction. My first time behind the wheel of this
car was in Chicago highway traffic, not really the most enjoyable
way to get to know a car. I was impressed by its road manners;
there were no noises or tendencies of concern whatsoever. When the
traffic cleared, I was able to wind the car out a bit. At 70mph
it's right at home; this car will happily eat up highway mileage
all day. Underneath, there is no rust of any concern. Rust is
limited to light surface; all structural components are rock solid.
Four new Hankook tires were put on last year and have 10/32" tread
depth (90% tread life left). Overall, this �74 LTD Brougham is a
nicely preserved example that has clearly been babied throughout
its life. It's in seriously impressive shape and is sure to make
its next owner very happy. Buy with confidence; I wouldn't hesitate
to hop in and drive it all around the country, much like the
previous owner did.
