Single-Family-Owned 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Town Sedan
Description
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
The premiere full-size Fairlane model, named after Henry Ford's Dearborn estate, made its debut in 1955, coinciding with the introduction of the original Thunderbird. These luxurious vehicles played a significant role in Ford achieving its highest sales figures since 1923. Available in a variety of body styles, all six featured a trademark chrome "Fairlane stripe" along the length of the car and were powered by either a 223 cu-in straight-six, 272 cu-in V8, or the top-of-the-line 292 cu-in “Thunderbird V8.” The 1957 model year saw the introduction of a premium Fairlane 500 trim level wearing a completely restyled low, sleek body measuring 17.5 feet in length. Beloved for their distinctive 1950s styling cues and dazzling color schemes, Fairlanes are highly sought after today to enjoy on memorable weekend cruises and grab attention at local car shows.
Highlights
Desirable Fairlane 500 specification riding on a lengthened 118-inch wheelbase
Owned by a single family from new, purchased by the consignor’s mother in March 1957 in Del Norte, Colorado
Highly original, non-running project primed for recommissioning or a sympathetic restoration
Finished in two-tone Woodsmoke Gray and Colonial White with a Gray basket-weave fabric interior
Powered by the range-topping 292 cu-in “Y-Block” V8
Said to retain its original Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission as per the consignor
This Fairlane 500 Town Sedan is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 45,000 miles at the time of listing, which is believed to be original as per the consignor
Features
14-inch steel wheels with chrome covers
Chrome front and rear bumpers
Chrome exterior trim
Gold accent stripe
Dual exterior rear-view mirrors
Vent windows
Dual sun visors
Three-spoke body-color steering wheel
Push button AM radio
Clock
Locking glove box
Manual roll-up windows
Body-color dashboard
Lap belts
Cigarette lighter
Rear ashtray
Dual exhaust outlets
Known Imperfections
The vehicle does not run and will require recommissioning prior to road use
The consignor notes an oil leak and suspects the rear main seal is dried out
Front passenger door window is cracked
Surface rust present in the engine bay
Included
Original purchase documents
Spare tire and tire cover
Ownership History
The consignor reports that this Ford Fairlane Town Sedan was purchased new by his mother in March 1957 in Del Norte, Colorado where it remained until 1992. That year it was trailered to Montana where it has been held in storage for the past three decades. The car was reportedly last in running order following the completion of some recommissioning work in 2011.
