1956 FORD CUSTOMLINE VICTORIA
1956 FORD CUSTOMLINE VICTORIA
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1956 FORD CUSTOMLINE VICTORIA
High Bidder: Crzin
Highest Bid: $17,500 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
Shawnee, Oklahoma 74804
Seller:
Engine:
272ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
43,139 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
U6EV229878
Lot Number:
72308991
Location:
Shawnee, Oklahoma 74804
Seller:
Engine:
272ci V8
Transmission:
Automatic
Odometer:
43,139 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
U6EV229878
Lot Number:
72308991
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OVERVIEW
This 1956 Ford Customline Victoria two-door hardtop is powered by a 272ci Y-block V8 mated to a Ford-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission. Finished in two-tone Berkshire Green and Springmist Green over a Medium Green cloth and vinyl interior, this classic coupe is now offered by the seller with an owner’s manual, a shop manual, and a clear title.
Highlights
- Restored in original colors in 2015
- Newer American Classic wide-whitewall tires
- Dual exhaust system
- FM radio transmitter
Ownership History
- Offered by a dealer
- Current location: Oklahoma
- Titled in North Carolina
EXTERIOR
- Berkshire Green and Springmist Green two-tone paint (code VW)
- Restored in 2015
- Chrome bumpers with overriders
- V8 fender badging
- Hood ornament
- Dual side mirrors
- Rear wheel skirts
WHEELS AND TIRES
- 15-inch body-color steel wheels
- Polished hubcaps
- 215/75 American Classic wide-whitewall tires
- Recently replaced
INTERIOR
- Medium Green cloth and vinyl upholstery (trim code CA)
- Bench seating
- Aluminum door sills
- Manual-crank windows
- Heater
- AM push-button radio
- FM transmitter in glove compartment
- Plaid vinyl trunk mat
- Spare tire
INSTRUMENTS
- Gauges
- 120-mph speedometer
- Clock
- Coolant temperature
- Fuel level
- Oil pressure warning lamp
- Odometer shows 43,139 miles
- Mileage not shown on title
- Dealer asserts reading is actual
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Engine
- 272ci Y-block V8
- Two-barrel carburetor
- Rated at 176 horsepower
- Rated at 264 lb-ft of torque
Transmission
- Ford-O-Matic three-speed automatic
UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST
- Dual exhaust system
- Coil-sprung independent front suspension
- Leaf-sprung solid rear axle
KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS
- Driver door card fabric is loose
- Gauge bezels and faces show wear
ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE
- Owner’s manual
- Shop manual
TRIM TAG DECODING
- Serial Number U6: Eight-cylinder 272ci from 1956
- Plant E: Mahwah, New Jersey Assembly
- Body 64D: Customline Victoria Hardtop Coupe
- Color VW: Mountain/Berkshire Green and Springmist Green
- Trim CA: Medium Green Vinyl and Medium Green Bodycloth
@rkneen – I believe Ford O Matic is a 2 speed transmission not 3. Cruise O Matic was the 3 speed and wasn’t offered in 1956 ...
It’s a 56, but it could be earlier model w/2 speed…… I promise you can’t find one any nicer
@MoleEddie – Explain drivers door Car door loose Gauge bezels show wear. I remember spring type clips holding panels on door. ...
I not sure about the clips ,,,but it’s 70 years old I sure there is some wear on the bezels, thanks for the questions
I believe Ford O Matic is a 2 speed transmission not 3. Cruise O Matic was the 3 speed and wasn’t offered in 1956
BID: $17,500
Never answered my last question ❓
Explain drivers door Car door loose Gauge bezels show wear. I remember spring type clips holding panels on door.