1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner

1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner
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Few cars from the golden age of American motoring capture imagination quite like the 1958 Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner. This isn't just a car—it's a rolling piece of engineering theater, a mechanical marvel that turned heads in 1958 and still stops traffic today. With the touch of a button, the Skyliner performs its signature party trick: a complex ballet motors and switches choreograph the steel hardtop's graceful retraction into the cavernous trunk. Watching it operate is pure magic from the Atomic Age, when American engineers believed nothing was impossible.

Finished in a stunning two-tone combination of Torch Red and Colonial White, this Skyliner is automotive eye candy of the highest order. The bold Torch Red commands attention while the crisp Colonial White accents highlight every sweeping line, soaring fin, and glittering chrome detail of Ford's flagship convertible. The matching Colonial White hardtop completes the look, whether raised in regal silhouette or tucked away to reveal open sky above. The interior carries the theme beautifully, with red and white upholstery that echoes the exterior in perfect harmony—a rolling celebration of late-1950s design optimism, when cars were styled to inspire and delight.

Power comes from Ford's robust G-Code 332 cubic inch V8, part of the legendary FE engine family that would later spawn the iconic 390 and 428 powerplants. The 332 delivers smooth, confident power perfectly suited to the Skyliner's grand-touring character. Mated to Ford's Cruise-O-Matic three-speed automatic transmission—one of the most advanced automatics of its era—this drivetrain offers effortless cruising whether you're heading to a local show or carving up coastal highways with the top stowed away.

The Cruise-O-Matic was Ford's answer to the demands of an increasingly sophisticated motoring public, providing crisp, intelligent shifts and a level of refinement that complements the Skyliner's flagship status. This particular example is also a recognized AACA National Prize Winner, a quiet nod to the quality and authenticity of its presentation.

Owning a 1958 Skyliner means owning a conversation piece, a show-stopper, and a genuine piece of automotive history rolled into one breathtaking package.

Unless stated otherwise, mileage shown on odometer is exempt and unknown if original.

Engine

Engine Type
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Engine Size
332 V8
Fuel Specification
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Body

Body Color
Torch Red/Colonial White
Body Style
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Doors
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Paint Type
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Basic

Year
1958
Make
Ford
Model
Fairlane 500 Skyliner
Miles
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Interior

Interior Color
Red & White
Secondary Interior Color
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Seating Type
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Seat Material
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Shifter Type
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Center Console
No

Engine Size
332 V8
Transmission Type
Automatic
Vin
G8FW145419
Stock
GLS265

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