Convertible Dreams
by Edward Fielding
Title
Convertible Dreams
Artist
Edward Fielding
Medium
Photograph - Photography
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A dreamy dream about a 1950s convertible...
1957 was a great year for the Ford car. It was the first year Ford outsold Chevrolet since 1935, a remarkable rise from the dismal situation after World War II saddled it with outdated production. Much of the credit goes to Henry Ford II. When you look at the 1957 Ford Fairlane 500 today, it's difficult to believe that it's a 50-year-old design. The Fairlane 500 was the top of the Ford line, and had a new frame which allowed a lower height without cutting into the interior roominess. The car was longer and wider than in previous years, as well. Powering the car was the familiar Y-block V8, now punched out to 312 cubic-inches, with horsepower up to 300 via supercharging. This example has a 312 with 245 horsepower, and an automatic transmission. Fifty years ago, this convertible would have listed for $2,505 plus options of about $600.
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Comments (19)
Brian Buckley
Ah cruzing down the road with a crispy breeze in the air .....if you have the climate that is ......wonderful shot vt
Edward Fielding
Sometimes at these car meets its a matter of getting a shot without people in it or the car next to it, or the Home Depot in the background. ;-)
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