Vehicle Description
1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner - Named for Henry Ford's Dearborn
estate, Ford's premium Fairlane line debuted alongside the original
Thunderbird for 1955. These new top-line cars helped Ford record
its best sales year since 1923. Just 1,999 buyers, though, chose
the expensive 1955 Fairlane Crown Victoria Skyliner, with Plexiglas
top insert. Only 603 more would select the model in 1956. Ford
refreshed Fairlane styling for 1956. A new Victoria "Fordor"
hardtop joined the line, while two-door Victoria hardtops gained a
new roofline. An enlarged, 312-cid, Thunderbird V8 and factory air
conditioning were fresh options. The 1957 models-the newest Fords
since 1949-featured a redesigned chassis, which permitted a lower
body profile. A new top-series Fairlane 500 and newly mid-range
Fairlane shared a lengthened 118-inch wheelbase. In dealerships
across America, the amazing Fairlane 500 Skyliner drew crowds with
every demonstration of its self-storing metal top. Even now, Crown
Victorias rule among 1955-'56 enthusiasts, while the Skyliner
retractable hardtop is a '50s icon. Although Ford outsold Chevy for
the model year, 1957 Fairlane 500 convertibles and hardtops are
shockingly scarce today. It's impressive when you see the new
Mercedes next to you at a light drop its hard top electronically.
Its hard to believe that same technology has been around for 60
years! This beautiful '57 Ford Skyliner is a great surviving
example of early American automotive engineering. In addition to
being in great condition, this Ford Hardtop Retractable is offered
in a stunning Starmist Blue and Colonial White, features a
Continental Kit, and was restored in 2000 and has seen less than
10k miles since. The original 312ci / 245hp motor and 4 barrel carb
were rebuild in 2012 and the vehicle still starts and runs great. A
complete list of features includes; V8, Auto, Power Steering &
Brakes, Dealer installed A/C & Heat, Continental Kit, Cruiser
Skirts, Chrome Grill, Chrome Bumpers, Chrome Mirrors, Power Top,
Tinted Glass, AM/FM/Cassette, Dual Exhaust w/ chrome tips, New
Carb, New Brakes, Tire Tools, Spare Tires, 14" Ford Factory Wheels,
and Coker Classic Wide White Walls! We are aware that Hagerty and
CPI Black book currently value this Skyliner between $81,000 -
$115,000. Fortunately for you, we buy our vehicles right and can
therefore offer them for far below market value. Contact us today
to become an owner. *** www.TXCLSX.com *** - For additional
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