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Restored Pink & White 1955 Ford Crown Victoria With Rare 3 Speed (55 56 57) on 2040-cars

Year:1955 Mileage:54150
Location:

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

Jacksonville, Florida, United States

1955 Ford Crown Victoria

This beautiful 1955 Crown Victoria was purchased with the intention of showing it this up-coming car show season, but it doesn't appear myself or my family will be showing this one as much as we would like.  Therefore, I would like to give someone else an opportunity to own this car great car.

Beautiful original colors of Tropical Rose and Snow Shoe White (numbers matching).  One of the best color combinations of the 1950's and this is one great looking Ford!  This will be a good investment and a fun car for the next owner.  Car looks great and drives excellent too.  Should win a trophy at most of your local shows ; )


Details/Features:

  • 272ci "Y-Block" V8 Engine 
  • 3 Speed Standard Transmission 
  • Deluxe Original Radio (updated FM conversion with IPhone/IPod/MP3 hook up)
  • Bumper Guards
  • Updated 12 Volt Electrical System
  • Dual Exhaust (sounds great!!)  
  • Correct Firestone WWW tires
  • Fender Skirts
  • Complete frame-off restoration about 10 years ago. 
  • Recent tune-up, brake service, and oil change.


The engine idles very well, makes good power, and starts every time.  The transmission also shifts well.  The car gets down the road and will flow with modern traffic with no problem.  The 12 volt system is a big plus and works well.  Car sounds fantastic!  All working gauges, lights, and accessories (with the exception of the clock).  


The paint job looks very good from nearly any distance and the underside of the car is neat and painted (no rust issues).  The interior is very nice and looks almost new.  This is a good driving and great looking Crown Vic.  It was restored to be a driver and is not a concourse judging type '100 Point' restoration ...  The car was restored by the previous owner out of a labor of love.   


I welcome inspections and appraisers.  Shown by appointment.


Drive home or I can help ship this Ford to your door at a reduced rate via enclosed transport.  If you are a long distance or overseas, I will try to work with you on the shipping .....Please contact me for details.


I reserve the right to end the listing early at any time.  The car could be for sale locally as well.  Please feel free to contact me with any questions you might have.  All offers considered!!


If you need help financing, I would suggest contacting a great company such as JJBest.  They are easy to work with.


Phone: (904) 505-6649



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The above mentioned vehicle has been described to the best of my ability, and as is the case with all pre-owned vehicles, the condition is subjective. It is to be assumed that all used vehicles have some degree of wear; as such I assume no responsibility for omissions or errors in my description. It is recommended that the potential buyer inspect the vehicle in Jacksonville, FL. The vehicle is sold in "AS IS WHERE IS"condition with no guarantees or warranties written or implied. Please be advised that no oral statements made concerning the vehicle consititue any warranty for this vehicle. All deposits to end this listing or hold the car for remainder of payment or non-refundable.

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