Ryscar’s 1973 Ford Pinto

• Nov 15, 2013

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Got a Pinto? "Stampede it!!"   Check out the Pinto Stampede Web Site for details           WELCOME TO THE LIFE OF RYSCAR

• Nov 15, 2013

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RYSCAR  .... our nearly mint 1973 Pinto Runabout has been in the family since it was purchased by my uncle on September 27, 1972.The Pinto was born as Unit # 102,261 in the assembly plant in San Jose, California.It was brought home from Musgrove Ford Sales Ltd., Vancouver, British Columbia, for a mere $2,697.06 Canadian (with tax, licence and a full tank of gas).

• Nov 15, 2013

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When the recall came in 1978 to have its infamous "Rear End Crash Problem" corrected, Uncle Don was not satisfied with the standard polyethylene shield "quick fix solution" being installed. He insisted on a 1/2 inch steel plate being welded between the rear end and the gas tank.So far it hasn't been taken to the ultimate test.

• Nov 15, 2013

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Ryan updated the radio with a tape deck unit (which now has been replaced by an orginal AM Ford Philco radio) and door speakers (which have been removed , the door panels replaced and the bottom of doors welded and painted.  Ryan only drove it during his summer holidays from University, so  it has always stayed close to home.