Ford Crown Victoria 312 V8 1956
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1956 Ford Crown Victoria In order to compete with the popular tri five BelAir, Ford had to do something. The answer? The Crown Victoria. Built on the Fairlane platform the Crown Victoria was the highest trim level available. These cars had a B pillar roofline but some clever designers fitted the pillar with a wide stainless band which gave it a much sleeker appearance than your typical post cars. The clean little 56 Crown Vic you see here is a nice survivor type car. It has been kept all stock and original. The current owners have had it since 2006 and it has been very well cared for. It wears its original Red and White paint which is cleanly accented by all of the original trim/chrome which these cars had a TON of. The lights are all working properly and up front half circle chrome covers have been added. All of the glass is in good shape with no issues except the passengers window which does have a crack. To each side of the windshield dummy spot lights have been added which are a cool vintage accent. They aren't in place in our pictures but the car does come with a set of rear fender skirts. The car has a nice stance and rides on a set of aftermarket SSC custom wheels with P215/75R15 tires. The car is powered by its original 292 Thunderbird Special V8 motor which runs well. Everything has a stock original appearance. The motor is paired with a 3 speed Fordomatic transmission that shifts smoothly. The drum brakes stop well with no problems. On each side the car has lake pipes but they are just for looks and not fully hooked up. The interior of the car is done in a matching Red and White which looks great. It has a split bench seat up front and in rear. The stock has the original layout and all of the original gauges, knobs, trim, etc. The odometer shows 82,594 original miles. The trunk is in good shape with a solid pan and houses the spare and original jack setup. This is a clean classic Crown Vic that has been kept very original and runs well. It could be yours for only NOW REDUCED DOWN TO $22,500.00!
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1956 Ford Crown Victoria 312 V8 is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Arlington by Classical Gas for $22500.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Crown Victoria Model Version : 312 V8 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1956 Location : Arlington
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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.
During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.
In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.
In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.
Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com