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foxbody93

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Shopping for a gen 4 SHO. First time. Any tips on what to look for? Or maybe there is already a thread I missed?

I'm hoping for something pretty stock to be my daily driver.

Thanks
 

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Pick a 2013 and newer. They look better and they have a better ECM for tuning. I would also look for a Performance Pack SHO.
 

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Read around on this forum, you'll learn more than you want to know ;)

Except for that, I'll say what I always say to someone buying a used Ford. Go to a dealer, and get an OASIS report for the VIN number. This will tell you all the service that Ford did to it over it's lifetime. From recalls to TSBs, and whatever warranty (and other) work was done.
 

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Get the newest lowest mile example you can afford and then get a Ford warranty. There are cheaper Ford warranties available online if the factory one is expired or close to expiration. These are TT AWD added complexity vehicles.
 

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Welcome! This forum is a great resource for information and helpful members
 

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A few questions:

How do you guys feel about Interceptors? I'm leaning towards the SHO because I want more of the comfort features.
https://www.touchstonemotors.com/details/used-2015-ford-taurus/60980226

I tried to use the Ford Etis website, but it doesn't show me any details about the vehicle when I enter the VIN, just the model, motor, and color. Am I doing something wrong? Is there a better source for VIN decoders? VehicleHistory.com will sometimes show details about the specs, but not always.
 

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Went and drove one today. Not in great shape. Somebody had put flexseal around the sunroof. Has an oil leak, the shop thinks it's the valve cover. And the AC compressor is rattling.
 

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Went and drove one today. Not in great shape. Somebody had put flexseal around the sunroof. Has an oil leak, the shop thinks it's the valve cover. And the AC compressor is rattling.

Hard pass.
 

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That Interceptor decal doesn't feel 'police issue' to me, much like the wheels. Odd for a 1 owner interceptor.
 

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Went and drove one today. Not in great shape. Somebody had put flexseal around the sunroof. Has an oil leak, the shop thinks it's the valve cover. And the AC compressor is rattling.
What's your budget? Now's a great time to buy!
 

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Shopping for a gen 4 SHO. First time. Any tips on what to look for? Or maybe there is already a thread I missed?

I'm hoping for something pretty stock to be my daily driver.

Thanks
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I have a near mint condition, NON-MODIFIED 2010 w/Performance Pkg., Blk on blk with 68k miles for sale if interested here in NC?
 

Billy VK

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Watch for water pump leaks... the pump is INSIDE the motor... and when they replace it, it makes sense to do the tensioners, guides and timing chain... ask me how I know.... That being said, I have a 13 for sale. Fully loaded with 65k miles.... oh, and a new water pump and timing chain setup about 6k miles ago. Located in Indiana.Sho tires
 

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