361cid E-400 V8, Teletouch automatic transmission, 2.91:1 axle ratio
Edsel number
723211 manufactured in Louisville, KY on October 29, 1957
Owner:
Tracy Spencer
Car is solid, with very little rust. Costs too much to restore to original, hence the
minor customizing. The wheels are original with original "E" caps, but also will have
a set of 15" chrome smoothies.
Location:
Bassett, Virginia
Owned since:
May 2000
Mileage:
99,000
Condition:
Drives well, needs minor restoration
Originality:
Modified with non-Edsel components
Accessories included:
Teletouch Automatic Transmission, Standard Radio, Wheel Covers, Two-tone Paint,
Electric Clock, Front and Rear Bumper Guards, Oil Filter, Paper Air Cleaner, Dual Exhaust,
Carpet, Hooded Side Mirror
Notes:
I was told that this was the original owner that I bought it from, (in Mt. Jackson,
VA). The owner had passed and his sons were selling off the estate. The car had
been barned since 1978, and was starting to deteriorate.
I rebuilt the engine with 390 Ford internal parts - crank rods and cam. Installed a
C-6 Ford transmission with B&M floor shifter - the Teletouch was ruined. Changed
interior to all black. The roof and body will be painted dark blue, and the scallop
will be gloss white.
It is a Ranger, but has the Pacer front side chrome, don't know if it was a factory mistake
or was ordered like that.