1955 Ford Country Sedan Six-Passenger Station Wagon Collector Quality Example

Description for Ford Other 1955

1955 Ford Country Sedan Six-Passenger Station Wagon
Formerly of "The Charlie Thomas Collection" until 2012, this vehicle's current owner has continued to maintain this vehicle to a high standard.
This vehicle is in turn key condition mechanically and was refreshed from bumper to bumper in 2013 with over $15k invested mechanically (receipts included).
The vehicle is ready for show or daily fair weather driving.
Model 79B. 200 bhp, 292 cu. in. OHV V-8 engine, three-speed manual transmission with overdrive, coil spring independent front suspension, live rear axle with semi-elliptic leaf springs, and four-wheel hydraulic drum brakes. Wheelbase: 115.5 in.
Ford offered no fewer than five station wagons in 1955: two 2-door Ranch Wagons in two stages of trim, four-door Country Sedans in both six- and eight-passenger configuration, and the flagship County Squire, an eight-passenger four-door with elegant wood grain appliqué.
This six-passenger Country Sedan has been the recipient of a three-year professional nut-and-bolt restoration with a few custom touches. The Y-block V-8 has been uprated with three 2-barrel carburetors and dual exhausts. American racing wheels with B.F. Goodrich radial tires give the car a much improved ride and handling. The interior has a mild roll and pleat pattern in red leatherette. It has the original, correct Ford radio and Magic Air heater. The instrument panel has been fitted with several custom gauges. A very nicely finished custom Country Sedan; the desirable three-speed manual transmission with overdrive makes it excellent for highway travel and touring.
Located in Central NJ 07753.
Current owner is liquidating his collection of exceptional collector quality cars.
Perspective buyers are welcome to inspect at my facility in Central NJ.
Contact Dean at 848-459-7776.
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On Nov-03-16 at 19:25:26 PDT, seller added the following information:

Correction:
Three 2-barrel carburetors have been converted to a 4-barrel carburetor.
Vehicle runs better with the 4 barrel carburetor.