For sale at the St. Louis Car Museum is a 1956 Ford Fairlane
Sunliner that is now being brought to the market after 30+ years of
ownership. This classic Ford is also loaded with great options!
These include air conditioning, power steering, power top, power
seat, large bumper overriders, wire wheels covers, continental kit,
and more! A very special car in a very sharp, factory color
combination!
History About Ford's Fairlane Model:
Ford said it best in their 1956 advertisement, "Here's distinction
wherever you go." Buyers were wealthy and demanded style, options,
and ease of drivability, all without a sacrifice to comfort or
reliability. As a result, it was customary for Fords to have
cushioned rides, big V8 power plants with automatic transmissions,
and many power-assisted accessories as optional equipment. None did
it better than their premier model, the Fairlane. It could be
purchased in any body style, with your choice of a 6-cylinder or V8
engine; with the Thunderbird 312ci V8 coming available in 1956! The
Fairlane was indeed "distinct" showcasing beautiful chrome body
trim allowing for the availability of gorgeous two-tone paint
schemes!
About Our Ford Fairlane Sunliner For Sale:
Available in St. Louis, MO is a 1956 Ford Fairline Sunliner
Convertible finished in its code-correct EN- Colonial White &
Mandarin Orange two-tone combination, over correct and
complimenting BG- White/Orange vinyl interior. It comes powered by
its original 312ci V8 and Ford-o-Matic automatic transmission and
3.22 rear axle ratio, and continues to run and drive just
wonderfully today! This beautiful Ford Fairlane example is
absolutely loaded with options that include vintage Frigette
under-dash air conditioning, Master-Guide power steering, 4-way
power seat, town and country radio, power convertible top, rear
continental kit, bumper extensions and overriders, wire spoke
wheels covers, stainless rocker trim with rock guards, door handle
paint protectors, dual outside mirrors, fender skirts, reverse
lights, Wilko exhaust deflectors, under hood work light, trumpet
horns, LifeGuard padded dash and visors, and See-Clear windshield
washer system!
The early production Fairlane, seen here, was constructed July
16th, 1955 at the Long Beach, California assembly plant, and likely
spent much of its early life out west. It would later be located by
longtime Ford collector and restorer, Albert MacEwen, in the early
1980's and begin a voyage back to his Ontario, Canada garage to be
sympathetically restored. With the engine and interior removed, he
would commence a professional, photo documented restoration of all
painted surfaces. Only a few small areas appear to have been
treated for minor rust concerns; it would then be sealed, primed,
and painted in its original color palette!
The engine and transmission would be resealed completely, then
highly detailed to original Ford specification! The interior
upholstery would be restored comprehensively, with a special
attempt to retain as many original components as possible. So, it
should be noted the rear seat bottom does display some seam
separation on the passenger side. The convertible top hydraulics,
top material, and weather seals were replaced for new. And most of
the exterior chrome was re-plated, and all stainless bright work
fully polished before going back on the car.
This beautiful Fairlane example would be finished and shown avidly
in the Ontario, Canada area from 1984 forward, accumulating many
trophies and, in our opinion, become the favorite in MacEwen's
collection. Sadly, Al passed away in 2014 after a lengthy battle
with cancer, maintaining possession of this special Fairlane for
over 30 years. He had made arrangements in advance for his three
collector cars to be donated to the Canadian Transportation Museum
and Heritage Center based in Kingsville, Ontario, Canada. So in
2015, they would go on display, and just earlier this year, we were
given the opportunity to purchase and bring his entire collection
back to the United States to be resold to new owners.
Upon arrival to the St. Louis Car Museum & Sales, our talented
service staff completed a comprehensive mechanical inspection. Our
expert repair team elected to perform the following services:
flushed entire fuel system from the gas tank forward, rebuild the
original Ford teapot carburetor with fresh vacuum lines, install
all new drive belts, new battery, fresh spark plugs & wires,
retrofitted a/c to R134a and charged to be in full working order,
new front & rear brake hoses, brake fluid flush, new engine oil &
oil filter, replaced the valve cover gaskets, all new shocks(4),
sway bar link bushings, driveshaft u-joints, and lubricated the
entire chassis.
This is a stunning Fairlane Sunliner example that truly rides the
road quite well, and would be an excellent vehicle to show proudly
at local car shows, as well as, Ford events! Included in the sale
will be new door and kick panels for future use, convertible top
boot cover, and the 1980's restoration pictures in a binder.
To learn more about this stand-out Ford Fairlane for sale, contact
Jon Faust at (800)957-5707 or by emailing
[email protected]. Finance & Shipping options available to
those who qualify!
