| 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner Retracta 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner Retractable |
| GR Auto Gallery is excited to present this remarkable 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner finished in Colonial White and Torch Red with matching two-tone upholstery. The Skyliner was one of the most eye-catching and technologically advanced cars of the 1950s, and even today, it stands as an engineering marvel. Its bold chrome bumpers, gold side trim, and sweeping two-tone paint perfectly capture the flair and optimism of postwar American design. Sitting on whitewall tires and adorned with bright chrome accents, this Fairlane embodies the height of Ford's late-'50s style and ambition. Under the hood rests Ford's 332 cubic-inch V8 paired with the smooth 3-speed "Cruise-O-Matic" automatic transmission. The engine delivers plenty of torque for comfortable cruising, and the dual exhaust gives the car a confident, throaty note. The combination of power and refinement made the Skyliner not just a showpiece, but a true driver's car for its time. Added under-dash water, oil pressure, and volt gauges give the driver additional feedback without compromising the car's classic charm. Inside, the Skyliner features a red and white interior that mirrors the striking exterior colors. The dashboard is a masterpiece of 1950s design with its symmetrical layout, analog clock, and original speedometer, fuel, and temperature gauges. The AM radio, crank windows, and chrome trim throughout the cabin add to the period-correct appeal. Every detail feels like a trip back in time to when automotive design was at its most expressive and optimistic. What truly sets this car apart is its retractable hardtop, a mechanical wonder that turned heads then and continues to do so now. Operated by seven reversible electric motors, four screw jacks, ten solenoids, and more than 600 feet of wiring, the top folds neatly into the trunk in about one minute. At the time, it was one of the most complex electrical systems ever fitted to a production car, rivaling aircraft technology of the era. The fact that this electric hardtop still functions today is a testament to both Ford's engineering brilliance and the care this vehicle has received. This 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner remains one of the most iconic convertibles ever built, a car that embodies the height of 1950s innovation, style, and showmanship. Please call or email us today for more information. Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make mistakes. Unless noted in our description, we only have one key for the vehicle. It is the responsibility of the buyer to either inspect the vehicle personally or via a 3rd party, to ensure satisfaction to the condition and value, prior to purchase. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final. If you want verification on any items working please ask. GR Auto Gallery and all its affiliates reserve the right to charge a 3% processing fee on any credit card sales of over $2,500. |
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