1958 Ford Skyliner Retractable Convertible, Superb Condition
Condition: | Used |
Make: | Ford |
Model: | Skyliner |
Type: | Skyliner Retractable Convertible |
Year: | 1958 |
Mileage: | 79604 |
VIN: | G8KW105200 |
Vehicle Title: | Clean |
Item location: | Bremerton, Washington, United States |
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Description of 1958 Ford Skyliner |
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The Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner is a two-door full-size car with a retractable hardtop that was produced by Ford Motor Company for the model years 1957 to 1959. In 1959 the model name changed to Ford Galaxie Skyliner very shortly after production of the 1959 models had started. The retractable roof mechanism – also known as “Hide-Away Hardtop†– was unique to Ford branded products, and was not offered on Continental, Lincoln, Mercury, or Edsel branded vehicles during this time period. A total of 48,394 units were built. The Ford Skyliner Retractable was only the second car in history to be mass-produced produced with a retractable hardtop; the first to reach four and five digit mass-production numbers, and the first series produced coupé convertible to feature a roof composed of more than one segment. Additionally, the trunk-lid also consisted of two pieces — one segment took the place where other convertibles typically had a separate lid to cover the soft-top stowage compartment. Both the folding roof and trunk-lid are power operated through an exceptionally complex system. At the time of its introduction, the Skyliner was the only true hardtop convertible in the world. Part of the Ford Fairlane 500 range, the Skyliner had a complex mechanism which folded the front of the roof and retracted it under the rear decklid. No hydraulic mechanisms were used as in regular convertibles of the era. The Skyliner top has seven reversible electric motors (only six for 1959 models), four lift jacks, a series of relays, ten limit switches, ten solenoids, four locking mechanisms for the roof and two locking mechanisms for the trunk lid, and a total of 610 ft (185.9 m) of wiring. The large top took up vast amounts of trunk space, limiting the car’s sales (however, unlike what most people believe [citation needed], the mechanism had decent reliability). Production totaled 20,766 units in 1957, declining to 14,713 in 1958 and to 12,915 in 1959. An electric clock was standard. Fuel consumption was around 14 mpg‑US (17 L/100 km; 17 mpg‑imp) overall. The fuel tank was placed vertically in back of the rear seat, which inadvertently added safety in rear collisions. Starting in 1958, Cruise-O-Matic was added, which provided a second “drive†range (“D2â€), allowing for an intermediate gear start. Copy and paste YouTube links. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L4h7KjbLEV8 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOS9GWhqD1M https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qcmo91W447w https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1eitGeKrpBg We help ship worldwide. More photos on request. Cosmopolitan Motors, LLC. www.cosmopolitanmotors.com 6525 Kitsap Way Bremerton, WA 98312 Tel: (206) 467-6531 Fax: 206-467-6532 Sales@cosmopolitanmotors.com "We covet the rare and unusual, whether pedigreed or proletarian". Thanks for your interest. In fairness to all Bidders, reserves are held in confidence until after the end of the auction. We are more than happy to help make the appropriate shipping arrangements and help arrange financing. Buyer will be responsible for his own Licensing Requirements in state of residence. Washington State retail buyers will pay required 9.3% sales tax, title transfer, and registration fees. Buyer can inspect vehicle at our premises on weekdays, so please make an appointment and send your representative early to be sure you don't miss this one. Seller reserves the right to cancel your bid if you have any negative feedback. DEALERS ARE WELCOME TO BID! Please call Seller with all of your questions prior to bidding at 206-467-6531! As often these vehicles are advertised elsewhere, we reserve the right to notify bidders and/or cancel this auction early. We shall not be held liable for any such cancellation. Winning Bidder must confirm his winning bid with a minimum non-refundable deposit of a $1,000 or 10% of sales price, whichever is greater, within 48 hours of Winning Bid. Balance of Purchase Price is due to Seller within 5 days of Winning Bid.
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