Vehicle Description
GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this 1957 Ford Fairlane 500
Skyliner Retractable Hardtop Convertible for purchase. One of the
coolest classics ever made looks like a classic mid 50's poodle
skirt cruiser, but it's more than that. This is the first mass
produced retractable hardtop convertible ever made. It takes the
top, folds just a part of the front of the roof, and retracts the
piece under the lid of the trunk. It uses three roof drive motors
driving four lift jacks, four door-lock motors, ten solenoids, four
locking mechanisms, and 610ft of wiring. While having the top down
renders the trunk almost completely useless, the top mechanics are
actually surprisingly reliable considering how much is at work.
This is one of those great classics that truly stand out from the
rest.
The 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner Retractable offered here is a
two owner car and has been in the hands of the 2nd owner for the
last 45 plus years. The car remains highly original with some
selective cosmetic attention over time including a repaint, carpet,
dash pad and seat upholstery, none of these being recent. The car
remains in its original color combination of Colonial White over
two tone blue interior and shows very well. Areas of the car that
remain original are the steel dash fascia, steering wheel, radio,
knobs, the original perforated headliner, door panels, interior
trim panels, exterior trim, original stickers inside of glove box
door, and the majority of its working components. The frame
underside appears to be untouched, dry and in great original
condition.
Mechanically, this car is a great runner and a proven driver. It is
powered by its 292 V8 engine, automatic transmission and rear wheel
drive. The retractable hard top under our tests works flawlessly in
both directions.
The Ford Fairlane garners much attention and is well respected
around the world. The retractable hard top is still considered and
engineering feat of greatness especially considering the times.
These cars will always remain popular and collectible.
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final.
