Ford Fairlane 352 V8 1958
General description :
CLASSIC ORIGINAL, 332 V8, AUTO, ONE REPAINT, BARN FIND, SOLID ORIGINAL DRIVER
This 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 strikes that perfect balance between barn find and cool cruiser. You'll turn heads everywhere with the great two-tone paint, but the real interesting part is when you lift the hood and everyone see the exceptionally original condition of the big block V8.
1958 was a great year for the Fairlane coupe. It carries a lot of design cues from its square Thunderbird relative, but the larger coupe gets a few distinctive round touches such as the c-pillar, fender skirts, and arched tail-fins that run the entire back half of the car. The new aggressive styling features quad headlights, and for this year only, a hood scoop. Because this is a top-of-the-line Fairlane 500 model, the amount of chrome on this coupe can just about be described in acres. The most impressive piece of this brightwork is the special strip that runs the length of the car and contains a gold insert. It separates the Seaspray Green from the Silverstone Green. In fact, with the light green on the roof too, this could almost be called a tri-color car. It shines nicely thanks to a respray of the factory color about halfway through this coupe's life.
Inside is a similar situation. The seats have been reupholstered, but it is in the correct two-tone light and dark green vinyl. It appears just like the factory made, but this is much more clean and comfortable. Everything else appears to be original, which is something rarely seen anymore, especially on the carpet and headliner. But what's most impressive is the dashboard. You really don't see them in this well preserved condition because over time knobs, buttons, and the hard to find chrome trim goes missing. That's what makes this car such an attraction to enthusiasts.
We're especially keen to call this a survivor by what's under the hood. The exterior has been restored to factory standards, but the engine bay and its 332 cubic-inch V8 looks like it has only been touched to maintain it as a strong runner. You'll be amazed at how many people at car shows will skip over the chrome kings just to have a peek at this highly original V8. This would be the perfect time to take out the pictures of this car when it was found in a barn (yes, it's a real-deal barn find!) This time capsule is a genuine driver with a two-speed automatic transmission, and a 4.11 rear end to make it easy to get-up-and-go from every stop sign.
This is one of the most interesting vintage coupes you can pick up for the money. The exterior brightwork is beautiful, but the engine steals the show. People will marvel as you go through items like the photobook and original owner's manual. This is the classic for someone who likes to attract all the right kind of attention. Call today!!
http://www.streetsideclassics.com/vehicles/3291-cha/1958-ford-fairlane-500
1958 Ford Fairlane 352 V8 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Charlotte by Streetside Classics for $19995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Fairlane Model Version : 352 V8 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1958 Sub type : Coupé Location : Charlotte Vehicle Registration : Normal
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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