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Vehicle make Ford
Vehicle model Taurus
Vehicle year 2003
VIN 1FAFP55S23A277380
Short VIN check to junk 1FAFP55S23A
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
Driveline FWD
Anti-Brake System 4-Wheel ABS
Fuel Economy-city 20 miles/gallon
Fuel Economy-highway 27 miles/gallon
Steering Type R&P
Tank 18.00 gallon