- station wagon
- 49,995 overpriced
- Atlanta, GA
- 6 years
- freeclassifieds.com
1956 Ford Fairlane - Lithia Springs, GAStreetside ClassicsLithia Springs, GA 30122Ph: 8773671835Web: www. It's the perfect example of Ford in the '50s, with plenty of chrome, including the distinctive spears that run from nose to tail. With a nice restoration and classic colors, not to mention a snarky V8 engine, this Vicky has a lot to offer. Raven Black was a popular color on the 1956 Fords, and it emphasizes the wonderful sweeping trim that defined Ford's top-of-the-line models. With a nice-looking repaint using modern materials, this car is straight and clean, with no signs of abuse, neglect, or shoddy repairs in its past. The dramatic trim is in great shape, the chrome bumpers don't even show parking lot dings, and all the original glass is miraculously intact. And out back there's a period continental kit, which seems more at home here than on almost any other car this side of a Continental. The black and white interior was fitted with fresh upholstery that includes funky cloth inserts, but otherwise it still looks like 1956 in there. At some point the door panels, headliner, and carpets were also replaced, so it all has a consistent look that's quite authentic. Options include an AM radio (not functional but it would be a shame to remove it) and a heater, which was still optional in 1956. It's all quite tasteful and subtle for the mid-50s. The original gauges recall those of the Thunderbird, and they're in excellent condition with clear lenses, bright markings, and vivid orange pointers. The trunk is big enough for a long vacation, and shows none of the usual signs of neglect that lesser cars do. From outward appearances, it's quite likely that this engine has been recently detailed, wearing bright Ford Red paint and Thunderbird V8 valve covers. The big silver air cleaner appears original and those unique exhaust manifolds have been coated to stay looking great for years. The Ford-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission was a popular option in 1956, and it shifts smoothly out on the open road, making this a superb long-distance cruiser. The chassis is quite clean, wearing a protective coat of undercoating, as well as a new exhaust system with glasspack mufflers, a fresh gas tank, and lowering blocks in back,
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