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1957 Ford Custom 300

$39,995

Contact Sales at AUTOCHOICE Is Yours.com, LLC

Phone: (509) 301-1498
autochoiceisyours.com , College Place , WA 99324
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1957 Ford Custom 300

Gray Sedan, 4Doors , VIN:D7LG1233130000000 Stock: D7LG12 86,861 Miles Engine: 440 V8, Manual Transmission

Vehicle Description

AUTOCHOICE Is Yours Dot com, LLC, is always very proud to represent cars/trucks/motor coaches that are over the top as you will find in this classic. This 1957 Ford Custom 300 isn't what you say to be the most desirable collectors piece out there, but it certainly is the most carefully put together and restored vehicle on the planet. No word to describe how well this one owner car was restored. Your careful attention to the enclosed photos will show this. Everywhere you look just oozes of originality with only two exceptions. !. The wheels and tires had to be switched out from 14 to 15 do to the space needed to convert from drum brakes to disc on all four. This makes for an exceptional handling car AND oh one more item, the AC is aftermarket installed during restoration. Now, you can not fault this, can you? On the down side depending on what the car is bought for, a good driver or show car, it will never be a number one show car as a unmolested classic. However, it can be said it is the best 1957 Ford Custom 300 driver in the world, in this writers opinion. The hub cabs are original and can be used with the help of 14 to 15 chrome adapters. The new owner may have other ideas for wheels, Dr Doug is leaving that option up to the new owner. As you can see, ALL, and I mean all parts are original, if the chrome was bad, dented, or rusty looking, they replaced with OEM parts. By the way, rust, NEVER had it. The car never resided in that type of climate that invited rust to live. We encourage your questions about this fine classic at any time. Again, we are proud to be able to represent this car and look forward to meeting the new owner of this excellent restored classic. Call Don to day at (509) 301-1498. Good number for those International prospects. On a personal note from the owner, son of the father who bought the car in Dec, 1956. Dr. Doug, I call him, said of his father, he was economical and practical and wanted a six cylinder engine with a stick shift. His uncle, who then owned the local Ford store said of his father, Walter, that car is too heavy, it needs a V8, I'm going to order a interceptor V8 for him and he did. Dr Doug learned to drive this car and when the family was done with it, he inherited the car. This has been hard for Dr. Doug to part with this family treasure. But had to be done. He is hoping it will go to a worthy family that will take good care of it. We at AUTOCHOICE do too! NOTE: If you would like to be able to blow up the photo's for closer study, just call Don and request the Dropbox version.

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Also, for your education and convenience, please find below a full blown history of this Ford Custom 300 Classic.

1957 Ford. From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia The mainstream Ford line of cars grew substantially larger for 1957 , a model which lasted through 1959. The Crown Victoria with its flashy chrome basket handle was no more, and the acrylic glass -roofed Crown Victoria Skyliner was replaced by a new model, the retracting-roof hardtop Skyliner . The new chassis allowed the floor to be placed much lower, which in turn led to a lower and longer look overall. The major component of this chassis was a differential whose pinion gear was exceptionally low relative to the axleshafts, lower than in conventional hypoid differentials. 957 [edit ] The 1957 models retained a single-headlight front end like their predecessors, but were unmistakable with their long flanks and tailfins . A plethora of trim lines was introduced, starting with the base Custom, Custom 300, Fairlane, and top-line Fairlane 500. The two Custom lines used a 116 in (2946 mm) wheelbase, while the Fairlanes had 118 in (2997 mm) between the wheels. A new car/ pickup truck hybrid based on the short-wheelbase chassis was also introduced, the Ranchero . The 223 CID (3.7 L) OHV Straight-6 continued, now with 144 hp (107 kW). The V8 lineup included a 272 CID (4.5 L) Y-block making 190 hp (142 kW), a 292 CID (4.8 L) Thunderbird version making 212 hp (158 kW), a 312 cubic inch V8 making 245 HP and a supercharged 312 CID (5.1 L) Thunderbird Special making 300 hp (224 kW), and designated Police Interceptor on the glove box. A dual 4 barrel version of the naturally. aspirated (non-supercharged) 312 cubic inch V8 rated at 270 HP (some sources report 285 HP) was reportedly available, although that engine option was not listed in most Ford sedan factory literature and is more commonly associated with one of the optional Thunderbird engines. This option was dubbed E code and featured a unique camshaft, cylinder heads, intake manifold and various other performance enhancements. It came standard with the deep-dish steering wheel. The radio became transistorized. [4] There were lights for the generator and oil instead of gauges. [5] The controls became reccesed for more safety (the Lifeguard safety package was still available) [6] A new frame was used for the 1957 Fords. It moved to perimeter rails out, so that they would fully envelope the passengers. [7] In a survey of 1957 Ford owners in the March, 1957 issue of Popular Mechanics , only 6.2% of owners ordered seat belts. [8] This model was very successful, being the best selling car in America, overtaking arch rival Chevrolet for the first time since 1935. [9] 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 Club Victoria 1957 Ford Country Sedan 1957 Ford Custom Ranchero A STORY ABOUT THE 57 INTERCEPTOR V8 1957 Ford Police Interceptor (LINK) http://autoroundup.com/index.php/1957-ford-police-interceptor/ Q: Hi Greg, I have a question about the 1957 Ford Police Interceptor. Ive just started reading your articles. I live in Coeur d Alene, Idaho, and was reading about Herb Wedermans 57 Fairlane 500. When I was growing up I lived in Southern California in the city of Arcadia. On Friday and Saturday nights we would cruise Pasadena, mostly Colorado Blvd. At the time my dad had a 57 Ford business coupe, and it was a 2-door with the center post and no frills. It was one real sleeper! My dad said it had a 270 Police Interceptor engine in it with two 4-barrel carbs and a 3 speed transmission on the column. Sometimes he would let me drive it on the weekends, and we tore up Colorado Blvd. (Glad we were never pulled over). I have no pictures or data on the car, but I was wondering if you could tell me something about it? How long were they around, how many were in regular passenger cars? Thanks for your help, Len. A: Len, theres good reason you cant find much on the Police Interceptor in literature from that era. Similar to the Chevrolet Z-11 option in 1963 and the L-88 Corvettes in 67-69, Ford didnt promote this engine or even offer it as an option unless you knew ahead of time you could order one in the 116-inch wheelbase 57 Business Coupe. Evidentially, your dad did. The Police Interceptor E-Code option included the dual 4-barrels on the Thunderbird 312 engine. The engine was rated conservatively at 270 horses thanks to an aggressive cam, better breathing cylinder heads, solid lifters, bigger valves and stronger connecting rods and crank. Additionally, a Racing version was also available, featuring an Isky E-2 flat tappet camshaft and lifters with a longer duration and dual valve springs. This Isky Cams setup pushed the horsepower up to 285. (Maybe your dad had this one?) This special Police Interceptor engine came as a result of then Ford chief Robert McNamara, who pushed for better NASCAR racing engines to compete with Chevy and Chrysler, thus hurrying the special engine into production. However, because all of the 1957 Ford family literature had already been printed, the engine option isnt listed in most all of the already printed 57 Ford coupe and sedan literature. However, it does appear as an option for the 57 Thunderbird. When NASCAR outlawed dual carburetors for its race cars, Ford quickly eliminated the dual 4-barrel engines from the Fords and Mercurys, and no dual 4-barrel engine appearing on the option list in 1958. It wasnt until 1962 when the 406 engine became available with dual quads that the option came back, this time for enhanced performance on the nations dragstrips. This engine would grow into the 427, which dominated many a drag race and, with one 4-barrel, took a top five at Daytona in 1963s 500. Today, a 57 Ford 2-door post with the 312 dual fours is one of the top performance cars of the era and a welcome addition to any collectors garage. Thanks for your letter. (Greg Zyla is a syndicated auto columnist who welcomes reader questions at 116 Main St., Towanda, PA 18848 or email him at extramile_2000@yahoo.com) For more articles, visit Auto Round-Up News online to view our archives at www.Auto-Roundup.com

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Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995
Ford Custom 300 1957 price $39,995

About us

My story is relative simple with one exception.... I loved sales.  From a very young age, like maybe 8-9 years old you would find me pulling my little red wagon up and down the street show my wares, for example, all occasion cards, Christmas cards in season, produce from my family's garden, anything that put change in my pocket.  When 12, I aquired a paper route that I had for four years.  I had over 120 customers and I took my small business serious.  Making over $140 per month, I paid for my own christian education, cloths and misc goods that I needed, school supplies etc.  Then at the age of 16, I sold cars for my father at Eldon Vories Motors and works at his Chevron Service station.  As years went by, you find me serving my country in Vietnam with a very responsible possition, head clerk in Security/Operations with a Top Secret classification for the 4th Infintry Division in the Pleiku Valley, Central Highlands.  After Service I woked  in every corner of the dealership from cleaning, detaling cars, shop, parts and srvidce, offiece to General Manager/Owner.  After approximately 20 years, sold out and became GM of the dealership I sold out to with a year in between.  After 14 years there retired and started AUTOCHOICE, where I am presently and have successfully operated it now for over 20 years.  Working remoting from my home, I speciallize in selling consigned classics which have found their way around the world in over 20 countries.  I also had loyal customs continue with me finding them cars and selling their own cars.  One of these days, maybe when I hit a 100, I will think about retiring for good, who knows.  One thing for sure I learned from a very young age, as my Dad use to tell me, never look at your customer monetarly, but look at them on how can I service them the best way I can, go the extra mile, then and only then the monetary reward would follow.  That I can testify is very true.  And one more thing, never worry, let God be your partner!

Warranty

We take pride in offering for sale quality pre-owned vehicles at some of the most competitive prices.

We personally hand pick our inventory after running a history report and doing our homework to ensure their quality and safety. A professional inspection by a certified third party is encouraged and recommended.

There are also inspection companies that will come to the dealership on your behalf and put the vehicle through a rigorous inspection process or you may select an inspection at a mechanic or franchise dealership of your choice anywhere within a 15 mile radius of our dealership and we will gladly deliver the vehicle there for inspection.

Most of our vehicles qualify for a 3 months / 3,000 miles limited powertrain warranty or extended bumper to bumper warranties up to 5 years. Please inquire about the prices with one of our sales consultants.

Disclosure

This is a Internet dealership only. Office is located in the owner's home in College Place, WA 99324. Please call to make an appointment, Don can come to you or you can come to his home which will be provided to you when appointment is made. All inventory is parked at http://www.autochoiceisyours.com Most if not all inventory is on consignment from the owners. Photos of the owner's car are completed and the car is placed back into owners care, usually parked back in their garage for safe keeping until a new owner is found. At that time the car is picked up at the owner's location and transported to the new owner's home or to the port for shipment to the designated country.

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