1957 FORD FAIRLANE 500 HARDTOP
1957 FORD FAIRLANE 500 HARDTOP
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1957 FORD FAIRLANE 500 HARDTOP
High Bidder: Fishnut3279
Current Bid: $10,500 (USD)
Ends In:
End Date:
Location:
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408
Seller:
Engine:
292ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
17,502 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
C7EV281112
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
70622709
Location:
Fredericksburg, Virginia 22408
Seller:
Engine:
292ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
17,502 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
C7EV281112
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
70622709
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OVERVIEW
This 17,502-mile 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 is powered by a rebuilt, numbers-matching 292ci V8 mated to a rebuilt, numbers-matching three-speed Fordomatic automatic transmission. Finished in Flame Red and Colonial White two-tone over a Colonial vinyl and Red Silver-Shadow cloth interior, this classic is now offered by the selling dealer with past titles, engine and transmission rebuild receipt, service records, and clear title.
Highlights
- 17,502 original miles according to title
- Original engine and transmission were professionally rebuilt in 2004
- Factory AM Radio
- Continental kit
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Virginia
EXTERIOR
- Flame Red and Colonial White two-tone paint
- Fender skirts
- Continental kit
- Wraparound windshield
- Rocker panel trim
Updates
- Exterior color changed from original Woodsmoke Gray and Colonial White two-tone in 2013
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 14-inch steel wheels
- Ford wheel covers
- 205/75 BFGoodrich Silvertown whitewall radial tires
INTERIOR
- Colonial vinyl and Red Silver-Shadow cloth upholstery
- Bench seat
- Factory AM radio
- Clock
- Power steering
- Column-mounted automatic shifter
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 120-mph speedometer
- Temperature
- Fuel
- Odometer shows 17,502 miles
- True mileage according to title
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 292ci V8
- 212 horsepower
- 9.1:1 compression ratio
- Two-barrel carburetor
Transmission
- Three-speed Fordomatic drive
Service History Highlights
- Engine and transmission were professionally rebuilt in 2004
- Hardend valve seats
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- 3.10 gears
- Power front disc brakes
- Dual exhaust system
DATA PLATE DECODER
- BODY, 63A: Fairlane 500 Club Victoria
- COLOR, TE: Woodsmoke Gray and Colonial White two-tone paint
- TRIM, AJ: Colonial vinyl and Red Silver-Shadow cloth
- DATE, 17G: July 17, 1957
- TRANS, 3: Three-speed Fordomatic automatic
- AXLE, 1: 3.10:1 rear axle ratio
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Surface rust visible on undercarriage
- Rear differential has a leak
- Instrument lights and horn are in need of repair
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Past titles since second owner
- Engine and transmission rebuild receipt
- Service records
- Paint
- Continental kit
- Disc brake installation
@Fishnut3279 – Does the top go up and down ok? ...
Sorry, Fishnut, I missed your earlier message: this is a fixed roof Fairlane.
Hi, Fishnut: the heater works fine but you'll need to rely on the vent windows and abundant airflow from the post-less design for cooling. Since the car has a 12-volt electrical system, AC can always be added if you choose.
Does it have AC? How does the heat work?
Does the top go up and down ok?
@Coopster – Gorgeous car. Love the ‘57 Fords. Lights and horn could be traced to the wiring harness. Wasn’t much to replace considering the condition of the overall car, but that was back in the day when my 1960 Starliner had similar problems. Can’t help but think repair and fixing rear end leak wouldn’t bring more money than in its present condition, especially for a 17k original mile car. ...
Hi, Coopster: thanks for your reminiscing about your '60 Ford. As you know from your Starliner experience, one of the great things about the classic car hobby is that the average owner can actually tinker with his or her car--something that we can't do on modern vehicles. I'm sure you remember the pleasure of finding that loose wire or dirty connection that solves an electrical problem or tightening a belt to stop the squealing noise under the hood. There are always minor problems one has to address but with the rebuild of this Fairlane's engine and transmission 2,000 miles ago the larger jobs have already been done.
Gorgeous car. Love the ‘57 Fords. Lights and horn could be traced to the wiring harness. Wasn’t much to replace considering the condition of the overall car, but that was back in the day when my 1960 Starliner had similar problems. Can’t help but think repair and fixing rear end leak wouldn’t bring more money than in its present condition, especially for a 17k original mile car.