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Vehicle make Ford
Vehicle model Taurus
Vehicle year 2003
VIN 1FAFP53253A173825
Short VIN check to junk 1FAFP53253A
Trim Level SE
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number 206841
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Engine Type 3.0L V6 OHV 12V FFV
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission-short 4A
Driveline FWD
Tank 18.00 gallon