1980 Ford Fairmont 3.3L inline-6 walkaround

Here's a walkaround of my grandparents' 1980 Ford Fairmont. This particular car is a base model which is equipped with the 3.3L "Thriftpower Six" inline-6 engine (which produces a blistering 91hp and 160 lb-ft of torque) and a 3-speed automatic transmission. I had the honors of prepping it for a parade and car show and I really wish I had done before and after videos because the results were staggering. Admittedly it isn't the cleanest in this video since it was filmed after the parade and everything and I do apologize for that. Ultimately this car is certainly a blast from the past and I've loved every second being around it and working with it.

[@MotorsportMadnessYT]

How can it fascinate me so much? I love it.

[@arrepuess]

Cool. I just came up on one too. some old people mist have owned it because its pretty immaculate, other than some fading paint on the trunk. Even blows cold A/C. Ill be looking to sell it soon.

[@DanTheMailman330]

I like the black steelies with no hubcaps. I'd proudly drive her!

[@dep.deity3605]

this is crazy! My grandparents had one just like yours! the sun bleached it so it was a brighter red. That's awesome!

[@WARD5KUSTOMZ]

Back in the early 90s my grandma had one. Love to find me one

[@neogeo2913]

Amazing car

[@Rick-cx1yr]

That brings back memories. My first car was a cherry red '81 Fairmont. The steering wheel hub pops off. good place3 to hide money lol.

[@padawan363]

Very nice! That would be a good spot lol. I never thought of that.

[@netrioter]

The o.g. Fox Body

[@Azeth82]

I had exactly this one but in brown color

[@padawan363]

Awesome!

[@georgehenderson7783]

I liked the predecessor Maverick better but the Fairmont was a good car too.

[@arlofs]

This 200ci engine is unkillable. It’s very smooth also, and has plenty of torque.

[@ashleydubbeld9236]

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@theloshman931]

My friend just got one of these, any tips?

[@padawan363]

I actually just now got this one too. My grandparents recently gave it to me. It needs A LOT of work. I'm still trying to learn about them myself so unfortunately I don't have any tips just yet.

[@lindycorgey2743]

The horn button is on the turn signal stalk. Not one of FORD'S better ideas.

[@padawan363]

It’s definitely a weird placement for it. Thankfully I haven’t needed to use it yet, but I do wonder if I’ll remember it’s there if I ever do.