Dataplate specifications
Ranger, 2-door sedan, Jet Black with Ember Red
Black/gray cloth interior

361cid E-400 V8, 3-speed manual transmission, 3.70:1 axle ratio
Edsel number 728727 manufactured in Louisville, KY on March 27, 1958

Information as of:  February 2006

Owner:   LBJHicks
Location:   Winchester, New Hampshire
Owned since:   May 2004

Mileage:   unknown
Condition:   Drives well, needs minor restoration
Originality:   Stock, with some updated parts

Accessories included:   Standard Radio, Power Brakes, Wheel Covers, Oil Filter, Heavy Duty Battery, Hooded Side Mirrors, Back-up Lights

Notes:
My 1958 Ranger 2-door sedan has a 3-speed manual transmission with a column shift.  Is this an oddity?  I bought the car with wire hubcaps on it.  The original stainless steel, full wheel hubcaps are in the trunk.  The car also sports two(2) hooded fender mirrors.