Palm Springs-Mid Century Modern-James Bond Inspired-Mustang Predessesor-Hot Rod
Condition: | Used |
Make: | Ford |
Model: | Fairlane |
SubModel: | 500 Sports Coupe |
Type: | Coupe |
Year: | 1962 |
Mileage: | 83,000 |
VIN: | 2F47L219259 |
Color: | Black |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Transmission: | Automatic |
Drive type: | Fordomatic |
Interior color: | Red |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Item location: | Waltham, Massachusetts, United States |
Extras |
Power Steering Cassette Player |
Listed by |
Private seller |
Description of 1962 Ford Fairlane 500 Sports Coupe |
Have you looked at Mustangs, nd realize the Kids won't fit? Now you can appease the Wife, nd still have a Ride that'll knock your socks off! This car has been designed as a "Gentleman's Custom". Massachusetts State Safety Inspected, his car will cruise very civilized without a squeak or rattle. However, ut your foot into it and the "Torque Monster" 289 will propel you to break-neck speed before you know it! - Before there was the Mustang, ord introduced the 1962 Fairlane. Bigger than the Falcon, et smaller than the Galaxie, he "all-new for '62" Fairlane was the Sporty Choice! - This 80k mile Rot-Free Classic has undergone a complete "Mild-Custom" Restoration, /font>in a style thatis reminiscent of a car done in the Sixties. - This rare findhas been completely gone-through and needs nothing. Outside - The Raven Black exterior hasbeen reshot in Hot Rod Flatz Black, ith high-gloss black "ghost" pinstriping. (Not primer.The Hot Rod Flatzis apre-flattened, ow-gloss color, ith 30-degree satin primer appearance). - All the brightwork has been polished, nd the aluminumside inserts have beenrefinished in gold paint. - The bumpers have been color-matched to the 15" Ridler 675 wheels, ounted to Gremax whitewall radials. Inside - Preserved underneath, he original interior is in perfect condition, aving been upholstered-over when new. - The bucket seat foam has been replaced. -The door panels and package tray have been redone in plaid. -New carpet and seat beltshave been installed. - Everything works, ncluding all dash board lights. Underneath - The front suspension, rakes, rake lines, uel lines,and power steering have all been rebuilt or replaced. - A new custom true-dual exhaust has been installed. - Be sure to watch the "Rot-Free" Walk-around video on my website. http://www.frankenrodz.com/diablito.html Under the Hood - The original V8 was replaced with a professionally-built 1963 5-bolt 289, roducing 245 hp and a whopping 294 lb/ft torque! (Approximately 1,000 miles on the car since completed this past Spring). - The automatic transmission was professionally rebuilt at 76,000 miles. - The radiator has been replaced with a 3-core. - The master cylinder has been upgraded to a dual-bowl. - Be sure to watch the "Dyno" video on my website. http://www.frankenrodz.com/diablito.html In Summary - I build a Custom Hot Rod every 2-years, nd now it's time to start another one. Partial Trades will be considered. - This is the last time this car will be offered For Sale, efore heading to auction this Winter. - As with all my other Builds; FrankenRod - Big Kahuna - Hemirod - AstroSurf, his Fairlane comes with a binder of all receipts in chronological order, In this case, 35,000.00 in receipts!),and a full color hard cover coffee-table build book. - Currently insured for a guaranteed replacement value of $30,000.00 - Because I do this on a regular basis, nd most people don't have the resources, his sale price includes: *FREE ENCLOSED SHIPPING ANYWHERE IN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES! - Nothing to hide here! Check out all the photos, howing the straight sheet metal, nd detailed craftsmanship. - Feel free to call me with any questions at three three nine, wo two two, ne five seven eight. - Vehicle inspection is welcomed. Thanks for Looking! |