Vehicle Description
To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Auburn
Fall event, 30 August - 2 September 2018.
Estimate:
$25,000 - $30,000
Offered from The Shrine of the Holy GrilleOne of 5,687 built and
fewer than 50 known survivorsFully restored to a high standard in
President Red and Talisman Red2009 Antique Automobile Club of
America (AACA) National First Prize winnerOptional, top-of-the-line
303-hp, 361-cu. in. Super Express OHV V-8Desirable and rare
three-speed manual transmissionA highly collectible example with
the most potent available drivetrain
The Edsel wagon was always a great rarity compared to its sedan and
coupe brethren. Such is the case of the 1959 model, the Villager,
of which 5,687 were produced, and fewer than 50 examples are known
to remain. The Shrine of the Holy Grille's example was fully
restored to a high professional standard in these striking,
desirable factory-correct colors of President Red and Talisman Red,
which combine with chrome hubcaps and blackwall tires to produce a
truly distinctive appearance. Most special of all is under the
hood, where can be found the most powerful available drivetrain
combination, the 303-hp, 361-cu. in. Super Express V-8 and the rare
three-speed manual transmission, as was installed during the
restoration. The result is a potent family hauler, sure to impress,
just as it impressed the AACA judges who awarded it a National
First Prize in 2009.
Please note vehicle is being sold with title in transit.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/AF18.
