This 1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria proves that a classic Station Wagon doesn’t need to be particularly old to generate significant buyer interest. It isn’t perfect, but it is a dry-climate survivor that a new owner could preserve or easily restore. Adding to the attraction is the extensive equipment level and the fact it has already soared beyond the reserve since the seller listed it here on eBay in Midlothian, Virginia. Intense action has pushed the price to $9,500, meaning this Wagon is days away from finding a new home.

Ford introduced the LTD Crown Victoria for the 1980 model year, and as was the prevailing trend during that era, the new model was smaller than its predecessor. Buyers could order their Crown Victoria as a two or four-door sedan or follow this classic’s original owner by opting for the Station Wagon variant. Our feature Ford rolled off the line in 1991, with the first owner ordering it in Oxford White. This is a dry-climate survivor that spent its days in Arizona. Therefore, its total lack of rust is unsurprising. However, it has paid the price for exposure to the Arizona sun, with the paint around the rear of this Wagon exhibiting some deterioration. It remains presentable if the winning bidder focuses on preservation. The situation isn’t bad, making a light cosmetic restoration a straightforward prospect. The panels are straight, and the tinted glass is excellent. The trim is in good order, and the recently restored factory alloy wheels are perfect.

This Crown Victoria has some desirable documentation, including the original Window Sticker. It confirms the original owner ordered this classic equipped with the heavy-duty trailer towing package and self-leveling suspension. That means its 5.0-liter V8 sends 160hp and 280 ft/lbs of torque to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. Standard equipment includes power assistance for the steering and front disc brakes. The power and torque figures are pretty modest by modern standards. Still, this V8’s low-end delivery means it should effectively tow a decent load and overtake effortlessly on the open road. The current owner has recently spent a few dollars on this Wagon, and the buyer should reap the benefit. It features a new alternator, battery, coil, fuel pump, and timing chain. They include a spare distributor, the Owner’s Manual, and a Ford Shop Manual. The seller doesn’t mention verifying evidence for the odometer reading of 45,000 original miles. However, they acknowledge that the figure will rise courtesy of daily use. That suggests this is a turnkey classic that is in excellent mechanical health.

The original owner wielded their pen freely when ordering this classic. It came with a driver’s airbag, air conditioning, power windows, and third-row seating as standard equipment. They added power locks, a power driver’s seat, leather seatcovers, a rear defroster, a leather wrap for the tilt wheel, and an AM/FM radio/cassette player. That made this a nicely equipped Wagon when new, and it would remain a comfortable place to spend time today. The interior is presentable, with no flaws or imperfections demanding immediate attention. The driver’s seat exhibits leather deterioration, but it is unclear whether a specialist could return it from the brink. There are no major carpet issues, the rear cargo area is surprisingly clean for a family wagon, and the plastic hasn’t succumbed to UV deterioration. The front power windows and power antenna are inoperative, but the remaining features operate as they should.

I commenced this article by stating that a classic Station Wagon doesn’t necessarily need to be old to generate significant interest. This 1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria graphically demonstrates that claim, receiving an impressive thirty-nine bids in two days. It remains affordable, and I would not be surprised if the bidding touches $15,000 before the hammer falls. Any figure lower could make this an excellent buy. Is that thought enough for you to join the bidding war?