About this car

Solid, rust free, reliable classic car. Seats six with effortless motoring - just enjoy the experience and the journey.

Imported in 2005, we are the third owner and have enjoyed our ownership since 2013. It is painted in 1955 colours of Regency Purple and Snowshoe White.

The serial number, M5RV178949, decodes as follows:
M=engine=272, 8cyl., 4BC
5=year=1955
R=assembly plant=San Jose, CA
v=body style=Victoria tudor
last 6=basic production number starting at 100001/up

Note: 89,500 ‘kilometres’ is actually MILES.

The car is in stock configuration with sensible improvements:
12-volt electrics (under dash rewired).
Reconditioned 272ci motor.
Reconditioned transmission, which is the Fordomatic 2 speed transmission.
Power steering.
Heads have hardened seats, new valves and springs.
Mummert alloy 4-barrel manifold.
500cfm Edelbrock carb.
Pertronix electronic ignition.
Pertronix Flame Thrower coil.
Drum brakes all round which are boosted and pulls up well. All four brakes have had new wheel cylinders, new brake linings and machined drums.

This car drives as new in 1955. It will transport you back to the 50’s in style and elegance. It has been very much admired by those that see it. She needs to be driven regularly and will easily take you to the top or bottom of New Zealand without any problems. It is a comfortable, easy to drive car.

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