Vehicle Description
1952 Ford Victoria
While the phrase "factory-correct" often conjures images of tired
museum pieces that hang out with clueless volunteers, it can also
stand for something truly great. Classic designs like this cool
Victoria often feature an impressive mix of style and reliability.
And, with that in mind, this attractive Ford is a living example of
why, decades after their introduction, these cars still enjoy a
dedicated fan base.
Featuring correct recently rebuilt Flathead power and a tough
3-speed automatic transmission, this 2-door coupe probably spent
the better part of its 66 years as a stylish cruiser used for
family fun. And today, decked in timeless aesthetics, it's poised
for the potential for a restoration, or make use of it as is in all
its patinaed glory. If you're ready to step up to the charm and
class that made America great, take a close look at this chrome
clad and fender skirted cruiser.
Exterior
An older respray of what may be white, or cream covers the car and
is in fair condition. Patina and some chipping has occurred. Brite
work is shiny however also shows some signs of pitting and
corrosion. Overall good though the belt line trim is very nice, as
well as the window surrounds. Bumpers are fair, and solid. Fender
skirts are seen and along with the wraparound rear window which is
encased in beautiful brite work. Wide white sidewalls with moon
hubcaps, side spotlight, and dual exhaust complete the look.
Interior
A two-tone split back bench in white and brown surrounded in a sea
of black carpet are seen upfront. The front seats are worn and show
some signs of age. The rear has a completely different seat in
bench form in black. A white metal dash showing some chipping,
houses the original radio, and various control knobs. A rainbow
shaped gauge cluster site in front of the original steering wheel
that has the shifter for the automatic transmission on the tree
with a large white shift knob. A clock sits atop the dash in the
center on the dash and the headliner appears in good condition.
Drivetrain
A recently rebuilt (Consigner stated 300 miles) 239ci Flathead V8
and an automatic transmission are seen in the engine bay.
Undercarriage
Fairly clean with some surface rust, and a little gnarly where the
floor pans meet the bodymounts and frame intersection. Some surface
rust is also seen on the frame near the front engine mounts on
either side. 4-wheel drum brakes are all around.
If you are looking for a car that is dripping with early 1950's
cool, this car could be a project, or could be just fine to be
enjoyed as is, with an older restoration showing the passage of
time, and not in a terrible way. One has to love the lines on this
car, and if one so desires, a fresh restoration should not be that
far away from making this a real showpiece.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 150 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. A 450 barn find
collection is currently also on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.