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April 17, 1969: Introducing the Maverick

A local car dealership debuted a new model.

Akins Ford was set to introduce the 1970 Maverick on April 17, 1969. The two-door sedan with a modified fastback design was priced at $1,995. In normal driving conditions, the vehicle was said to get 22 ½ miles per gallon.


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