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 2003 for this and other kind of problems
Make Ford
Model Taurus
Year 2003
VIN 1FAFP55S73A272904
Short VIN check to junk 1FAFP55S73A
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
Fuel Economy-city 20 miles/gallon
Tank 18.00 gallon