1959 EDSEL CORSAIR CONVERTIBLE

OVERVIEW

This 1959 Edsel Corsair convertible is powered by an Edsel Express 332ci V8 mated to a two-speed Mile-O-Matic automatic transmission. Finished in Snow White and Blue Aqua two-tone, with an aqua power convertible top over a turquoise-and-white vinyl interior, this classic is now offered by the selling dealer with a clear title.

Highlights

• One of 1,343 Corsair convertibles produced by Edsel for the 1959 model year
• Underwent restoration 
• Power options include drum brakes and convertible top

Ownership History                                                                           

• Offered by a dealer
• Current location: Minnesota

EXTERIOR

• Snow White and Blue Aqua two-tone paint
• Aqua power convertible top 
• Wraparound windshield 
• Dual chrome side mirrors 
• Chrome brightwork 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 14-inch steel wheels
  • Edsel wheel covers
• 215/75 whitewall radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Turquoise and white vinyl upholstery
• Split bench 
• Clock
• Factory AM radio
• Manual windows
• Manual steering
• Column-mounted automatic shifter

Updates

• Original black, white, and silver vinyl upholstery has been replaced

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer
  • Temperature
  • Fuel
• Aftermarket auxiliary gauges 
  • Oil pressure
  • Water temperature
  • Voltage 
• Odometer shows 82,923 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• Edsel Express 332ci V8
  • 225 horsepower 
  • 8.9:1 compression ratio
  • Two-barrel carburetor 

Transmission

• Two-speed Mile-O-Matic automatic

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                                                                                                                                           

• Power drum brakes 
• Dual exhaust system 

DATA PLATE DECODER

• BODY, 76E - Corsair convertible
• COLOR, EP1 -Snow White and Blue Aqua two-tone paint 
• TRIM, 43 - Black, white, and silver vinyl
• DATE, 08D - April 8, 1959
• TRANS, 4 - Two-speed Mile-O-Matic automatic transmission
• AXLE, 5 - 2.91 gears

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• This Edsel is said to be free from any substantial imperfections

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Note from the seller, "Prospective owners should verify if the system utilizes a period-correct vacuum booster or has been updated to a modern dual-reservoir master cylinder for increased safety."