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Make Ford
Model Taurus
Year 2004
VIN 1FAFP55U34A179235
Short VIN check to junk 1FAFP55U34A
Trim Level SES
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number 266734
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Engine Type 3.0L V6 OHV 12V
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic
Transmission-short 4A
Driveline FWD
Tank 18.00 gallon