Ford Customline Tudor 239 V8 1954
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Description
A distinct cruiser style, correct V8 power, and true value price all make this 1954 Ford Customline Tudor a great classic built to be enjoyed.
The paint on this one sets the tone right. You have a dark matte green and more glossy white. It's a cool looking contrast that gives the car a bit of a rockabilly vibe. This is furthered by details like the side window visors and top-mount rear view mirror. Even the upgraded 17-inch wheels are done in a classic cruiser torque thrust design. It's all aged-in correctly with patina in the paint and chrome. But you can see the look is very purposeful on a car that's quite complete - right down to the Ford family crest badges and full-length Crestline trim. So while you can use the value price to leave room in your budget to create a shining classic, we already like the attitude this one has right now.
The sea of green continues inside. It has the right level of worn-in feeling that goes with this car's attitude, but you also have some good details like nice upholstery and the artful two-tone door panels. These Fords came from the factory with the machine-turned dash and Plexiglas window speedometer. They're sporty pieces that would be seen the next year on cars like the Thunderbird. And this one takes it up a notch with the sports steering wheel and Hurst floor shifter.
This was a special year at Ford. It was the debut of the new overhead valve V8. In fact, the U4 in the VIN tells you that the 239 cubic-inch powerplant is the factory-correct motor for this Ford. This even has a year-correct block! Like the rest of the car, it likes to have a classic and purposeful presentation. But as you dig a little deeper, you also see that this has some nice upgrades, like the 12-volt electrical system and a newer carb. That's why this remains a strong runner today. The dual exhaust has the right tune for this car's attitude, and you get full control over it all with the three-speed manual transmission. Plus, the upgraded wheel package means you get to fit better modern tires. So this is a true cruiser.
Enjoy the distinct style of this Customline for what it is today, and let the value price keep your imagination going for all the fun you can have in the days ahead. Call now!
Features : Seatbelts (None) , Defrost , Cassette Player , Vinyl Interior , Heat , AM/FM Radio ,
1954 Ford Customline Tudor 239 V8 is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Charlotte, North Carolina by Streetside Classics - Charlotte for $14995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Customline Model Version : Tudor 239 V8 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1954 Location : Charlotte Vehicle Registration : Undefined
14995 $
Seller Information
Streetside Classics - Charlotte
Streetside Classics - Charlotte
(704) 598-2130
Streetside Classics - Charlotte
(704) 598-2130
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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