Details About Our 1957 Ford Fairlane For Sale:
Available at the St. Louis Car Museum is a 1957 Ford Fairlane finished in authentic Inca Gold and Colonial White, featuring a new two-tone white and black interior. This rare and exceptional Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner with a retractable hardtop marks the first production year of this classic design and arguably represents the peak of 1950s automotive styling. Its remarkable use of stainless steel and chrome accents, along with its embodiment of the “Long and Low” aesthetic, reflects the era's locomotive and aviation influences. The 1957 Fairlane 500 is undoubtedly among the last major examples of Art Deco-inspired automotive design created in the United States.

Equipped with an upgraded and reliable 352ci V8-4bbl engine and Fordomatic transmission (both 1959/60 date-cast components), Master-Guide power steering, MagicAire heater, fender skirts, front bumper over-riders, a working AM radio with manual antenna, a single exterior mirror, new E78-14 Coker Classic wide whitewall tires, full wheel covers, chrome oval exhaust tips, windshield washers, a clock, and a cigarette lighter! This beautifully restored car is among the nicest and rarest drivable examples available anywhere at any price. Kept by a meticulous former owner from 1988-2013 as part of a prized collection, it has traded hands to only one other longtime collector ever since!

This impressive 1950s Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner has been well cared for, primarily enjoyed on sunny days and at local car shows. The power retractable hardtop functions perfectly and operates smoothly. (See Youtube Video for complete Hardtop Operation) In 2013, this stunning classic Ford received new brakes and weather stripping. A thorough service in August 2020 included replacing the exhaust manifolds, manifold gaskets, and mounting hardware, as well as installing a new fuel sending unit seal, front upper control arm bushings, repacking wheel bearings, and aligning the front end.

A beautiful, collector-quality car priced well below restoration costs. Act quickly—this car will sell fast! It has not been parked outside or exposed to moisture in nearly forty years. All cars are advertised locally and nationally. St. Louis Car Museum reserves the right to end any listing early upon receipt of the deposit. Contact Jon Faust at (314)993-1330 to schedule a test drive. Vehicle is located at St. Louis Car Museum & Sales

History About Ford's Fairlane 500 Skyliner Model:
Named after Henry Ford's famous estate, the "Fairlane" in Michigan, the Ford Fairlane was introduced in 1955 as a top-tier full-size car, available in six versions, each featuring the characteristic stainless steel stripe along the side. Despite facing stiff competition from the highly popular Chevrolet Bel Air, the Fairlane performed quite well against Chevy and other GM models. With its blend of timeless design, improved performance, expanded options, and various trim levels, the Fairlane was well-positioned to capture a significant share of the full-size car market in its debut year. Today, Fairlanes of all styles and sizes are highly collectible and form a quickly growing segment of the investment car market.

Contact Jon Faust to learn more about this beautiful classic or to ask about financing and trading options - (314) 993-1330 | (800) 957-5707 | email info@stlouiscarmuseum.com