Vehicle Description
1967 Ford Fairlane 500
GM surprised the auto industry with the "supercar", (later known as
the muscle car), in much the same way Ford had shaken things up
with the Mustang. Though Chrysler had introduced the Barracuda,
which sold in distant numbers compared to the epochal Mustang, it
took GM a couple of years to generate some worthwhile competition.
Similarly, Pontiac's well-received GTO took even the other GM
divisions by storm, and their own big-car engines weren't
shoehorned into the intermediate bodies until 1965. Ford used the
Fairlane platform to enter the mid-size performance game in 1966 by
offering big block performance options and a newly restyled body
that included a stunning two door hardtop with a sweeping rear
roofline. This body style could be had as a GT or GTA (automatic)
performance model, an XL sport/luxury model, or a 500 model which
was more pedestrian. The Fairlane body styles, models, and many of
the options were carried over and added to for 1967.
For consignment is this classic 1967 Ford Fairlane 500 two door
hardtop (despite the grille badge that says "XL"). This particular
classic has been in the capable hands of several dedicated owners
who provided various upgrades to the car including a
newer/larger/better performing engine, a color change from an
off-white to a bright white, and custom upholstery. The latest
owner and now consigner has maintained and enjoyed the car for
several years however it is no longer getting much use. As a
result, it is occupying space here in the halls of Classic Auto
Mall.
Exterior
The "electric shaver" styled aluminum grille is flanked by stacked
dual headlights that are canted forward giving an aggressive look.
A bright chrome bumper completes the car's metallic 1960's face.
The windshield is framed by bright stainless trim as well as the
drip rails that outline the fastback-like roofline that continues
to the rear of the car as two small fins that seem to disappear
into the tops of the tail lights. The vast canted rear window is
surprisingly curved for such an otherwise angular car. The rear
view offers stacked square chrome beveled taillights on each side
with another bright chrome bumper that hides the gas cap beneath
its license plate and dual exhaust below. Fairlane 500 is properly
indicated beneath the anodized aluminum trim that runs between the
taillights. Bright white paint covers the steel panels, none of
which none show any rust however some offering signs of previous
repair. A black Fairlane GT-style stripe is painted on each side of
the car just above the rocker panel. The wheels are aluminum
15-inch Torque Thrust II's. The rear tires are taller than those in
front weighing in at 235/70R15's and 205/60R15's respectively.
Interior
A swing of either of the two doors reveals stock black vinyl door
panels along with a vertical insert wood applique, shiny knobs and
actuators, and a black armrest. Seating is a front split back bench
and a full on rear bench, both sporting black bolsters and white
inserts. Three seatbelts are in place for the front seat and three
for the rear. The dash retains much of its originality with a black
padded upper dash, metal lower dash in body color, along with the
stock instrument panel, controls, and gauges. "Fairlane 500"
lettering has been added, supposedly to remind you of what you are
driving. The factory AM radio remains and small accessory gauges
reside beneath the dash. The stock steering wheel retains its
center crash safety pad that appears below the original column
shifter. Black carpeting floods the floors and a slightly textured
tweed pattern hangs above in the headliner.
Drivetrain
The original 289ci 2-barrel V8 was replaced with 302ci V8 that is
fed by a single 4-barrel 600 CFM electric choke carburetor that
sits atop a polished dual plane intake and which is accompanied by
many chrome and polished aluminum components. There is a C4 3-speed
automatic on back that pushes its power rearward to a Ford 8-inch
3.10 ratio axle.
Undercarriage
Showing in black straight steel some surface rust is noted but is
all unremarkable as to structural quality and integrity of this
car. An H pipe dual exhaust is on, as well as independent coil
springs in front, and leaf springs for the back. Drum brakes are
seen on all 4 corners underneath along with factory power steering.
A prior owner had added sub-frame connectors, likely when the
larger engine was installed.
Drive-Ability
A quick starter and nice driver for the cruise or to push the
accelerator for some excitement. A good well-proportioned interior
in its two-tone glory, original dash and only the reverse lights
not illuminating it was a good experience with the test drive.
A fine practical example from 1967 with nice wheels and a beauty of
an interior that has some of the appearance of the muscle car
version rather than the "grocery getter" model. Well cared for over
the years, and enjoyed immensely by the consigner in no small part
by the work performed by those who came before.
VIN DECODE
7H35C187470
7-1967
H-Lorain, OH Assy Plant
35-Fairlane 500 2 Door Hardtop
C-289ci V8 2bbl
187470-Sequential Unit Number
WARRANTY TAG
BODY 63B-Fairlane 500 2 Door Hardtop
COLOR M-Wimbledon White
TRIM 4A-Black Vinyl Bench
DATE 25D-April 25th Build
DSO 17-Washington
AXLE 0-Ford 8" 3.00 Gears
TRANS W-C4 3 Speed Automatic
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 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.
