Ford Custom 300 1957
General description :
Upgraded to F-Code 312, Mcculloch Supercharger, Auto, 9" Posi, 1950's Perf. Icon
1957 Ford 300 Sedan
VIN B7RG185514
This is an extremely solid Southern California 300 Sedan! It was upgraded to an F-code 312! It is a very fast and fun car. The F-code 1957 Fords were truly '50s performance icons!
A little history lesson on the backstory of the supercharger from Hemmings Muscle Machines:
"The first step...was locating some exceptionally rare parts. At the absolute top of the list is the car's Paxton VR-57 Series One R ("R" for racing) crankshaft-driven supercharger...of which he estimates fewer than 200 were originally made"
Highlights:
292ci (Bored Out to 296ci) V8 Engine
VR-57 Series One R Supercharger (FEWER THAN 200 MADE)
Front Double A-Arm Suspension
Rear Leaf Spring Suspension
Front Disc Brakes
Rear Disc Brakes
Mechanics:
312ci V8 Engine
Quickfuel Boosted 4-Barrel Carb
VR McCullough Supercharger
Crane Cam
Custom Tuned Headers
Period Correct Distributor
Correct Heads
Correct Air Cleaner
Belts and Wiring are in Great Shape
Art Carr Built Ford-O-Matic Transmission
Hoffman Custom Radiator
Ford 9” Posi-Traction Rear End with 4.56:1 Gears
4 Wheel Disc Brakes
Dual Exhaust
Chambered Mufflers
New Brake Lines
Rear Mounted Fuel Pump and Filter
Double A Arm Front Suspension
Leaf Spring Rear Suspension
Body:
Flame Red Paint
Beautiful Chrome Bumper and Grille
Solid Straight Body
Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid
Nice Trunk with Spare Tire and Jack
Emblems are in Great Shape
Undercarriage is Highly Detailed
Solid and Clean Floorboards and Frame
Inner Wheel Wells are Clean
Rockers are Solid and Straight
Nicely Painted 15” Steel Wheels
Dog Dish Hubcaps
Firestone Deluxe Champion Tires
7.10/96P Front and Rear
Interior:
Beautiful Black Interior
Bench Seat
Column Shift
Nicely Painted Dash
Gauges are in Great Shape
Nicely Upholstered Door Panels
Steering Wheel is in Great Shape
Headliner Fits Tight Across
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1957 Ford Custom 300 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Plymouth by Vanguard Sales for $49900.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Custom 300 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1957 Sub type : Sedan Location : Plymouth
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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