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1978 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon Project
United States • 11 Sept 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon, finished in Dark Jade Metallic, is a running project with a reported engine knock requiring a rebuild. It was bid up to $5,600, and features a V6 engine, automatic transmission, and unique details like a roof rack and porthole windows, but needs work.
Condition
4
The car is described as a 'running project' with an engine knock, corrosion, and a sticky headlight switch. While it runs and has some appealing features like the color and porthole windows, it needs mechanical and cosmetic reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
8T12Z168423
Odometer:
40,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
2.8-Liter V6 Three-Speed Automatic Transmission Dark Jade Metallic Paint Jade Cloth & Vinyl Upholstery 13" Styled Steel Wheels Roof Rack Rear Porthole Windows Cassette Stereo Air-Conditioning System Period Brochure
This 1978 Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon is a running project that was reportedly sold new at Pioneer Ford of Platteville, Wisconsin, and reacquired by the dealer in 1981, at which time it is said to have become the proprietor’s personal vehicle.
The car was later placed on static display, where it remained for over a decade before the seller’s 2024 acquisition.
Finished in Dark Jade Metallic with multi-tone green graphics, the car is powered by a 2.8-liter V6 linked to a three-speed automatic transmission.
It also has a roof rack, rear porthole windows, 13″ styled steel wheels, Jade cloth and vinyl upholstery, a cassette stereo, and an air-conditioning system.
The engine knocks when running, and a rebuild is recommended before driving the car.
This Pinto is offered with a ...
Points of note
£1,765
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£8,370
Median Price (Since 2020)
£166,616
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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