Ford Crestline Victoria 239 V8 1954
General description :
239 V8, 3SPD TRANS, GR8 COLOR COMBO, CLEAN IN/OUT, RUN/DRIVE WELL, CLASSY RIDE!!
The 50s was a great time to be a car buyer. The post-war boom had led to new ways to individualize your car. No longer just content to have the latest family coupe, Ford offered more trim and design touches to fit any budgets, and none came swankier from Dearborn than the top-of-the-line 1954 Crestline Victoria with new OHV V8.
What makes this so special? Just look at the shine. The brightwork was given a solid investment during restoration, and there's a ton of it, so we love seeing it complete and pristine. Ford's revised grille was so wide that it reached around the corners just like the bright bumper below it. The side trim is complete on everything from the line that runs along the entire straight body, to the crest at the base of the hardtop roof. It ends in a chrome rear light surrounds that hints at the tailfin era that was just around the corner (especially the Thunderbird coming the next year). Presenting nicely against the 1954-correct Cameo Coral paint. The final touch of shine comes from the factory style wheel covers... but really we know you were paying more attention to how the whitewall tires nicely coordinate with the white roof.
Inside the coral and white two-tone do a great job of coordinating with the exterior, and pillow top seats have that great '50s look. And even more of that nostalgic feeling comes when you slip behind the wheel. This is where you can tell that the Thunderbird was on its way. The engine-turned panel and nifty speedometer that's lit from behind by a clear acrylic panel are hallmarks of that iconic personal coupe. So that level of luxury is what Ford was delivering in the Crestline Victoria even before the T-bird! The great details on this coupe even extend to the trunk where it still has its stand-up full size spare with correct Cameo Coral steel wheel.
While you've already seen plenty of period-correct pieces, the best one is under the hood. 1954 was the first year for the new overhead valve V8. The U4 in the VIN tells you that the 239 cubic-inch powerplant is the factory-correct motor for this Ford. In fact, since this is a 1954 dated block, we wouldn't be surprised if this was the original motor! It presents exceptionally nicely in the engine bay with the tall oil bath air cleaner boldly painted in red and announcing its "special" nature. And the valve covers match in showmanship. So you'll love opening the hood at car shows and showing off all the correct components. On the road, you'll be quite happy you chose a model year with the new motor because it gives this cool cruising Ford a little extra kick of power missing from the old factory flathead. And the control you get from the column-shifted three-speed manual transmission keeps all the power firmly in your hands.
Clean, cool, and all-around fun to drive, this '54 Ford Crestline Victoria is a great way to put a distinctive classic coupe in your garage. Call now!
Features : AM Radio, Defrost, Heat, Vinyl Interior, Seatbelts
http://www.streetsideclassics.com/vehicles/4303-cha/1954-ford-crestline-victoria
1954 Ford Crestline Victoria 239 V8 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Charlotte by Streetside Classics for $28995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Crestline Model Version : Victoria 239 V8 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1954 Sub type : Coupé Location : Charlotte
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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.
During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.
In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.
In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.
Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com