Vehicle Description
1963 Ford Fairlane 500
Sleepers are some of our favorite cars here at Classic Auto Mall.
Not only because they're fast and soft-spoken, but also because
they represent the ingenuity of putting big horsepower in anonymous
and sometimes unpopular packages. It's a side of our personality
that, given the pages of polished cars on our website, you probably
wouldn't expect to see. And I know what you're thinking... You
doubt my sincerity about introducing a genuine, road-ready sleeper.
But alas, after you take just one look at this original Ford
Fairlane, you'll quell your convictions.
Not the most powerful optioned Fairlane in the offerings of 1963,
but certainly a respectable grocery getter, that remains mostly
original in its presentation. A difficult at best car to find in
this condition, and it is super clean. From its bat- mobile-esque
small tail fins, to its turbine like rear stoplights, lets usher in
the very beginnings of the jet age, in style..." put some records
on while I pour".
Exterior
A consigner stated mostly original paint, we note some chips,
scratches and dirt marks, but mostly amazing original and good
condition straight steel, all minding their gaps, and staying in
line. Opening and closing the doors, this car literally has the
Mercedes thud, with no after closing vibrating jiggle sounds, just
a cold hard thud...which speaks to fit and finish on this
56-year-old car. No rust at all stated here by the consigner, and
if you look closely, he's correct! With the panels bathed in
Corinthian White, we note a nicely placed black trim spear going
from fore to aft at the belt line. Bordered by polished stainless,
it attracts attention at just the right place for one's eye to
follow the early 1960's line of this car. Plenty of other chromed
trim work around all windows, on sunshades above passenger windows,
and drip moldings as well as highlighting the B pillar. The grille
sports a pattern that reminds us of a chromed tweed and is flanked
by dual headlights and some front fender toppings looking like mini
fins. Wire faux knockoffs are on all 4 corners, and are wrapped by
thin whites, with good tread showing on all.
Interior
Blue on Blue with x patterned tuck and roll cloth inserts,
surrounded by darker blue shiny bolsters, and some white piping
thrown in for some seat bling, midcentury modern style. Both seats
are benches which stretch from door panel to door panel with the
similar x patterned tuck and roll only this time in dark blue, and
vinyl is lighter blue...very tricky Henry. Dash, dash top and
steering wheel are all original, and dealer installed air is seen
hanging below the dash over the hump. A Metro original looking
satellite radio is mounted gracefully into the dash, and you'd
never know it. The original radio has been retained and will come
with the car, along with a car cover, and an original set of hub
caps. A white headliner hangs tightly above, and black carpet
floods the floors under the seats, and show matching blue Fairlane
embroidered carpeted floor mats.
Drivetrain
A lift of the hood, and we are greeted with a 260ci V8 nicely
patina'd and original. This engine runs very smoothly, starts
quickly, and can get you up to speed in a hurry. This utilizes a
2-speed Ford-O-Matic transmission to put power back to a Ford
8-inch 3.00 conventional rear.
Undercarriage
New gas tank, new exhaust system, new shocks, and recently
installed brakes, we see minimal surface rust, and structurally
sound steel below. Independent front suspension, leaf spring rear
suspension, and drum brakes all around are noted while
underneath.
A real charmer, with a consigner stated 78,884 miles, original
paint, engine, and interior, all clean, and all ready to turn the
key and go. I'll meet you at the local drive in.
VIN Decode
3R42F117373
3-1963
R-San Jose CA Assy Plant
42-Fairlane 500 4 Door Sedan
F-260 ci V8 2bbl
117373-Sequential Unit Number
Warranty Tag
BODY 54B-Fairlane 500 4 Door Sedan
COLOR M-Corinthian White
TRIM 22-Blue
DATE 24K-October 24th Build
DSO 73-Salt Lake City
AXLE 1-3.00 Conventional
TRANS 3-2 Speed Ford-O-Matic
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 450 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located 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.