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 X 2008 for this and other kind of problems
Make Ford
Model Taurus X
Year 2008
VIN 1FMDK05W18GA26338
Short VIN check to junk 1FMDK05W18G
Trim Level SEL AWD
Manufactured in UNITED STATES
Production Seq. Number A20698
Body Style SPORTS VAN
Engine Type 3.5L V6 DOHC 24V
Transmission-short 6A