1971 Ford LTD Convertible 429

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 Quiet Break that only the 1971 Ford gives you.” The 1971 Ford LTD represented a major redesign in Ford’s full-size car lineup, reflecting the changing tastes of American consumers in the early 1970s. Built on Ford’s new B-body platform, the car featured a longer 121-inch wheelbase and a wider track, giving it a more substantial road presence. The styling was dramatically updated with a more angular “Coke bottle” silhouette, a deeply recessed grille, and large wraparound taillights that emphasized width and luxury.

Ford offered the LTD in several body styles: two-door hardtop, four-door sedan, four-door hardtop, and convertible. The LTD Brougham trim, introduced this year, added even more upscale features like extra sound insulation, upgraded upholstery, and woodgrain interior accents, positioning the LTD as a near-luxury vehicle at a mainstream price.

Engine choices ranged from the base 302 V8 to the powerful 429 cubic-inch V8, with options for both 2-barrel and 4-barrel carburetors. Most LTDs came equipped with Ford’s smooth-shifting SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission. Standard features included power steering and power front disc brakes, enhancing drivability.

The 1971 LTD was praised for its quiet ride, spacious interior, and refined styling. It was a strong seller and helped solidify Ford’s reputation for building comfortable, full-size family cars with luxury aspirations.

Highlights

• Offered from The Generous Collection

• Finished in Red (T) over a Black Cloth/Vinyl (9A) interior

• Black convertible top

• 429 cubic inch V8 engine

• Cruise-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission

• Air conditioning

• The chassis number (1U61N184368) decodes as:

  • 1 – Model Year 1971

  • U – Louisville, Kentucky, Assembly Plant

  • 61 – Convertible LTD Body Style

  • N – 429 cubic inch V8 Engine

  • 184368 – Production Sequence

Features

• 15-inch wheels wearing 225/75R15 tires

• Aluminum intake manifold with Edelbrock carburetor and air cleaner

• Wide recessed grille and quad headlights

• Wraparound taillights

• Power steering and power front disc brakes

• Power windows and power locks

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. 

• Paint imperfections including chips, scratches, wear, and rust

• Convertible top is worn and ripped

• Interior worn

• Rust in engine bay

Included

• Keys

• Tonneau cover

• Trailer hitch

• Spare tire

• Original air cleaner assembly

Ownership History

This 1971 Ford LTD Convertible is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles.

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: Ramsey Potts   Phone: 912.508.4096   email: rpotts@hagerty.com  

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.