2008 Ford Crown Victoria LX

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong.

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy.

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The 2008 Ford Crown Victoria LX marked one of the final iterations of Ford’s long-running full-size sedan, a model renowned for its durability, spaciousness, and traditional rear-wheel-drive layout. Built in Canada, the LX trim was the most well-equipped version available to retail customers, offering a blend of comfort and performance that appealed to both private buyers and fleet operators. 

Under the hood, the LX featured a 4.6-liter Modular V8 engine producing239 horsepower and 287 lb-ft of torque. It was paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and rode on a solid rear axle with a Watts linkage, contributing to its reputation for rugged reliability. 

Inside, the LX offered seating for six, simulated wood trim, cruise control, and power-adjustable front seats. Safety features included ABS, traction control, and multiple airbags. With a spacious trunk and a smooth ride, the Crown Victoria LX remained popular among law enforcement and taxi fleets even as consumer preferences shifted toward more modern designs. 

The 2008 model year was among the last before Ford discontinued the Crown Victoria for retail buyers in 2008, with fleet production continuing until 2011. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Generous Collection 

• Powered by 4.6-liter V8 engine (Fuel Flex) rated at 239 hp and 287 lb-ft of torque 

• Four-speed automatic transmission 

• Finished in Light Ice Blue Metallic (LS) paint 

• LX trim package included: 

  • Vinyl seats with leather seating area (Light Camel on this vehicle) 

  • Power-adjustable driver and passenger seats 

  • Simulated wood grain accents 

Features 

• Four-door sedan 

• Dual exhaust 

• Dusk-sensing headlamps with auto delay off 

• Power steering, brakes (ventilated disc), windows, locks, mirrors (mirrors are also heated) 

• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel 

• Air conditioning 

• Cruise control 

• Dolby AM/FM/Cassette/CD stereo 

• 120-mph speedometer and 7,000-rpm tachometer 

• 17-inch alloy wheels with P225/60R17 all-season tires 

Known Imperfections 

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• The included CARFAX history report lists the following (see report for all details):

  • February 2013: Accident reported, minor damage to rear

• Paint chips and some of trim pinstriping has worn off 

• Dent on rear side of trunk lid 

• Front arm rests are worn 

Included 

• Keys 

• Owner’s manual and maintenance info 

Ownership History 

This 2008 Ford Crown Victoria LX is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places it in Wisconsin and Alabama. 

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.  

Contact: Matt Lowney   Phone: 623.308.2640   email: mlowney@hagerty.com  

Title in Transit:  

What does Title in Transit mean? 

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete. 

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.