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 1FAFP55U81G172869
Short VIN check to junk 1FAFP55U81G
Trim Level SES
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number 266734
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Engine Type 3.0L V6 OHV 12V