Judged one of the best in the country. It was honored with the
Showcase award by the International Ford Retractable Club. That
means it scored at least 900 points. I was told the judges are
extremely critical and the car needs to be completely factory
correct. Only 200 miles since restored. I bought it from a
collector in Nebraska. He restored and owned a 57, 58 and this 59.
I tracked down the president of the IFRC Nebraska chapter. He is
very familiar with this car and spoke very highly of it.
EXTERIOR: It's truly incredible. The fit and finish of the exterior
of this car is outstanding. The body is laser straight, the panel's
all fit superbly. The paint is laid out like glass. I've been
around the entire car and truly did not see a flaw. Jambs are
pristine, weatherstrips, sill plates and window seals were
replaced. The chrome and trim is out of this world. All of the
chrome is done to a show quality, high standard. The stainless trim
is straightened and polished like chrome. Even the often overlooked
pieces were redone: window frames, gold emblems etc. It has all new
tinted glass. Some of the features include dual mirrors, stainless
steel skirts, reverse lights, exhaust deflectors, bumper tips,
flying eclipse hood ornament, fender decorations, rocker trim. It
has the exact reproduction white wall tires that should be on the
car. The pristine hubcaps are have the optional red white and blue
centers. The top is functioning like new, it was recently
serviced.
INTERIOR: I'm having a hard time putting into words just how nice
this car is, the interior is no exception. The seats feel brand
new, they've been completely rebuilt and cushioned. Has power seat.
Has the correct tri color reproduction upholstery with the chrome
piping. The door panels are the correct reproduction with the
chrome foil trim. The dash area is gorgeous. Has the optional dash
pad that fits perfectly. All the metal is painted glass finish. The
instruments, knobs, lenses, radio, clock etc look brand new. Has
Town and Country radio, clock. Has the factory air conditioning
unit down below the dash. Above, the headliner is pristine, visors
were replaced.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: Has it's original 332 motor that's been
rebuilt. The engine compartment looks like it just rolled off the
assembly line. Every component is restored, rebuilt and refinished.
It features power steering and brakes. It has factory air
conditioning that works! I assumed it did not work. I tried it for
kicks and was very pleasantly surprised to hear the compressor kick
on and feel cold air.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: Guess what? It is absolutely pristine in here
too. All the yellow metal is painted meticulously. Has the complete
white and gray plaid liner kit that's still pristine. The storage
tub in the middle is painted. Any gaskets, rubber hoses, motors for
the retractable top all look brand new.
UNDERSIDE: The body was off the frame. The entire chassis was
restored. Suspension and steering were rebuilt. Brakes, brake lines
were replaced. Exhaust was replaced. Fuel tank, sending unit and
lines were replaced. Chassis is semi gloss black. Floors are solid
with a thin undercoat. Bottom of the motor and the transmission
look spotless.
I know I've repeatedly said how nice this car is. I even tell my
staff over and over how nice it is. Fit, finish and function is
awesome. I was given an application to the IFRC to give to the new
owner they welcome you and this car!
I, Jay Grams, take pride in personally writing the descriptions for
virtually every car for about the last 30 years now. A significant
amount of effort goes into fact checking. What I am offering is my
professional impression of the vehicle.
Our salesmen are happy to assist with descriptions and making sure
your questions are answered. One great suggestion is letting us do
a walk around video that explains the car's condition in
detail.
Don't be intimidated, contact sales now for a no pressure, no
hassle experience!
815 385 3644 9-5 central
[email protected] Answered ASAP
Air conditioning
Power steering
Power brakes
Power seat
Retractable top
Dual mirrors
Reverse lights
Bumper tips
Exhaust deflectors
Hood ornament
Fender ornaments
Stainless skirts
White wall tires
Tri color center caps
Padded dash
T&C radio
Clock
