We’ve only seen seven 1970 Ford LTDs here on Barn Finds over the years, and none of them were a 4-door sedan as seen here. I think I actually prefer the 4-door body style in this car over the fastback-styled 2-door, but that’s just me. Maybe because my uncle had a red LTD sedan with a black top. The seller has this one posted here on craigslist in Zephyrhills, Florida, and they’re asking $10,500. Here is the original listing, and thanks to T.J. for the tip!
This is quite a find. A rust-free LTD with hidden headlights that stay closed, a former Arizona car that isn’t all burnt to a crisp inside and out? You could probably do a lot worse for $10,500 than buying this LTD as a nice weekend scenic drive car for nice two-lane roads, windows down to show the hardtop body style. Or use the cold air-conditioning. Either way, I would love to own this one. This is the last year for the hidden headlights until 1975. Here’s a brochure showing the 1970 Ford lineup.
It’s a bummer that the seller didn’t pull this LTD out for photos, but they covered most of the bases, so thanks to them for providing such nice photos in a challenging situation. They even opened the trunk lid to show how solid it is in there. The front license plate shows McSpadden Ford-Lincoln, which is located in Globe, Arizona. It looks like it’s now McSpadden Motor Company, and they have around 10 locations, but none of them jump out, so I’m not sure. There is no website that I can find. The Globe, AZ location comes up as Courtesy Ford. Bob_in_TN is basically a PhD in locating historic dealerships; maybe he can shed more light on this company.
This doesn’t look like an interior for a 56-year-old Arizona car to me; it looks almost perfect. Even the dash doesn’t appear to be cracked. The seller says the paint, top, and interior are original to this Arizona car. The back seat looks equally nice, and you can’t beat a nice brocade seat fabric in my world. They say that the AC is blowing cold, so that’s a bonus.
The second-generation LTD was made from 1968 for the 1969 model year until the end of 1978. This super clean engine is Ford’s 390-cu.in. OHV V8, which was rated at 265 horsepower, backed by a three-speed automatic. The seller mentions a completely rebuilt brake system and this sure looks like one of the nicest ones left. Would any of you consider a 1970 LTD with, gasp, four doors?! I sure would.
Very nice!
I’ve always liked the 4 door hardtops, they have a great profile.
This is in impressive condition. And I’m kind of surprised. The LTD is a nice car, but you’d think that a Lincoln or T Bird would have received this kind of care, but no, a 4 door hardtop. Which, at least to me, is kind of special. I’d be very happy to own this.
Very Happy to care for this one.
Would be a real joy to have an LTD in this superb condition.
I bought a ’67 Ford Custom (P.I.) in 1977 as my first car – excellent driver for years- and at 10 yrs old it was no where near this nice as this 56 year old girl.
Buy the nicest example you can find, we always say… well here it is.
Insurance will be a fraction of any late model and all that room inside + monster trunk.
Very Nice!