Vehicle Description
1959 Facel Vegas HK500 Coupe
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Designer: Jean Daninos
Estimate: $150,000 - $250,000 Without Reserve
Chassis Number: NY258
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Engine: 383 cid "Typhoon" V8
2 X 4-barrel Carter Carburetors/360 bhp
2-Speed Power-Flite Automatic Transmission
Power Assisted Front Disc Brakes with Hydraulic Rear Drum
Brakes
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Odometer: 8,550 miles
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Limited Production by Choice
American Horsepower, European Styling
Restored to Perfection
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The Model - Hard to believe that the beautiful Facel Vega
automobiles evolved from a company that specialized in building
office equipment. By the late 1950's, these limited production
vehicles which had depended upon power plants supplied by Chrysler
from the start had grown quite a fan base among those who knew
quality automobiles. Starting in 1959, the HK500 which was powered
by a robust "Wedge" V8 supplied by Chrysler. Shifting the new HK500
was a choice of four-speed manual transmission or the push-button
operated Power-Flite automatic. This car was a mixture of old-world
body construction combined with a modern drive-train, and it was
well received. Just 190 units were produced for its premiere model
year, and finding an original example in decent condition is a rare
treat indeed.�
The Car - This outstanding example of the HK500 had been treated to
a full and complete restoration. Finished in a pleasing Argent
Silver, it accents the deep "frenched" stacking headlights, with
gleaming chrome bumpers, trim and flashy wire wheels. Under the
hood is show-car ready with the mighty Mopar V8 beautifully
finished including the "Batwing" air-cleaner. The interior has been
finished in luxurious leather that will comfort the driver and
three of his most intimate friends. The superb wooden veneers
set-off the full assortment of gauges including the 160 MPH
speedometer. The trunk area has also been finished and presents
plenty of luggage room with the spare tire concealed in a special
compartment. Performance is reported to deliver neck-snapping
acceleration with smooth push-button shifting. As more collectors
start to realize how special these cars are in design and
execution, their values continue to go up making this HK500 a
rising star you need to try and catch.