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 2002 for this and other kind of problems
Car make Ford
Car model Taurus
Car year 2002
VIN number 1FAFP55S22A131317
Short VIN check to junk 1FAFP55S22A
Level of trim SES Duratec
Fabricated in UNITED STATES
Production sequence number 176255
Body SEDAN 4-DR
Type of engine 3.0L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission 4-Speed Automatic
Short shifter transmission 4A
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-short 4A
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic