Vehicle Description
Ford's boldest styling experiment comes alive in this 1959 Edsel
Ranger Hardtop, one of fewer than 5,500 two-door hardtops produced
that year. Finished in a factory-correct two-tone Light Aqua and
Snow White color combination, this Ranger features a dramatic
profile accentuated by acres of chrome brightwork running along its
flanks. The signature vertical grille makes an unmistakable frontal
appearance, while the clean lines of the hardtop roof create a
sleek silhouette. Rolling on 14-inch wheels with factory-style
hubcaps and P205/75R14 tires, this Edsel maintains its authentic
road presence with good glass, proper panel gaps, and updated
lighting elements throughout.
The buff and white interior welcomes with a generous blend of vinyl
and cloth upholstery across the bench seats. Gauges present with
excellent clarity across the unique dashboard configuration that
defined Edsel's distinctive approach to driver controls. The
original column shifter stands ready beside factory appointments
throughout the cabin. An aftermarket radio provides
period-appropriate audio entertainment. The interior remains
remarkably well-preserved considering its age, with door panels,
headliner, and dash maintaining their original appearance and
function.
Mechanical prowess comes via the 292 cubic inch V8 engine paired
with the two-speed Mile-O-Matic automatic transmission. The clean
engine bay maintains stock appearance with the proper single
two-barrel carburetor feeding the eight cylinders. Underneath, the
standard suspension setup features coil springs with shocks up
front and leaf springs with shocks in the rear, while four-wheel
drum brakes handle stopping duties. A 3.10 rear axle ratio and
dual-to-single exhaust system complete the drivetrain package,
allowing this Edsel to cruise comfortably on modern roads.
HIGHLIGHTS:
• 292 V8 Engine
• 2-Speed Mile-O-Matic Automatic Transmission
• 2-Barrel Carburetor
• Drum Brakes
• 3.10 Rear Axle Ratio
• Dual to Single Exhaust
• Stock Suspension
• Coil Springs with Shocks (Front)
• Leaf Springs with Shocks (Rear)
• Light Aqua and Snow White Two-Tone Paint
• 14" Wheels with Factory-Style Hubcaps
• P205/75R14 Tires
• Hardtop Body Style
• Chrome Brightwork
• Updated Lighting
• Buff and White Interior with Bench Seats
• AM Radio
• Column Shifter
• 5-Digit Odometer
• Original Gauges
• 1 of Fewer Than 5,500 Ranger Two-Door Hardtops Produced
A genuine automotive curiosity from the late 1950s, this 1959 Edsel
Ranger Hardtop combines distinctive styling, V8 power, and
comfortable accommodations in a package that stands out in any
collection of American classics. With solid mechanics and authentic
presence, this rare Edsel awaits its next caretaker. Call
today!
