Ford Fairlane 1961
General description :
This 1961 Mercury Comet is for sale in our Louisville Ky showroom. Originaly released with no divisional badging It was sold thru the mercury franchises but would not pick up the badging for another 2 years. Based on the highly successful Ford falcon but had much better trim and interior. Two trim levels were released originally the custom being the top of the line with additional chrome and all vinyl interior. This little comet has a 302 under the hood that has a decent cam making for a decent off idle lope. The edelbrock carb feeds the small block ford just the right amount of fuel to keep the 289 running with out any issues. The modern style ac blows cold and is a nice add on. The AOD transmission allows for nice cruises down the highway. Those car shows that you never went too before are now easily obtainable with this sedan, windows up ac on and cruising in style. With the two-tone vinyl interior making a statement and going extremely well with exterior paint the white vinyl helps to bring out the true deep blue exterior finish. Of course, the bench seat offers the perfect excuse for the passenger to get a little closer. The black painted steel wheels with the dog-dish hubcaps give the car a nice custom look. With the back seat done with the same two-tone vinyl this car has one of the cleanest interiors we have seen. With all the trim and chrome in excellent shape this little 4 door is guaranteed to garner a ton of attention. Options on this 1961 Ford comet include, AC, Hub Caps, Radial Tires, Seat Belts, and Vinyl Interior. To view this 1961 Ford Comet including an HD video, at http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com. For more information call the showroom at (812) 294 1555 or email louisville@gatewayclassiccars.com See more at: https://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/LOU/2148/
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1961 Ford Fairlane is listed sold on ClassicDigest in Memphis by Gateway Classic Cars for Not priced.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Fairlane Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1961 Sub type : Sedan Location : Louisville
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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