The 1957 model year brought a host of changes including revised chassis, styling, and trim lines. The new models were the best selling cars in America that year and eclipsed long time rival, Chevrolet. There were a variety of trim levels available with the top of the line being the Fairlane 500. 11 body styles and 6 different engines meant that there was a Failure to suit every taste. GR Auto Gallery is pleased to present this beautiful 1957 Ford... Galaxie 500 for your consideration. Finished in Starmist Blue over Colonial White, this car is said to be all original except for one respray and new carpet and is allegedly from a Ford executives collection out of the Detroit area. The car is in impeccable shape inside and out, with a straight body and lovely paint. The exterior is very nice and features excellent trim, factory hubcaps, wheels spats, dual exhausts, and dual exhausts. The interior is super clean, with excellent blue seats, headliner, dashboard, and Trim. Everything looks just as good as it was new and is a a very cool place to be. The interior is very original and features original instrumentation and a clock. This lovely 500 is fitted with a 312cid V8 engine that is said to make 245hp and is mated to a column shifted automatic transmission. Everything else is manual, including non power brakes or steering and the car is true to its original build. Coming with two keys and the shop manual, this car is sure to turn heads! To see over 80 photos of this car, including undercarriage please visit our website
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