Sometimes there is a possibility of an illegal vehicle import into the States with an upcoming sale. You can avoid buying such vehicles if you are aware of their history. Verify Ford Taurus 2001 for this and other kind of problems
Make Ford
Model Taurus
Year 2001
VIN 1FAFP55S01A168297
Short VIN check to junk 1FAFP55S01A
Trim Level SES Duratec
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number 176255
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Engine Type 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission-short 4A