292 Ranger V8, 3-speed manual with Overdrive transmission, 3.70:1 axle ratio
Edsel number
722797 manufactured in Louisville, KY on January 26, 1959
Owner:
T. H. Bakken
(Update: January 19, 2009)
Location:
Presho, South Dakota
Owned since:
December 2008
Mileage:
44,600
Condition:
Drives well, needs minor restoration
Originality:
Stock, with some updated parts
Accessories included:
Lever-Temp Heater/Defroster, Overdrive Transmission, Standard Radio, Rear Speaker,
Wheel Covers, Two-tone Paint, Electric Wipers, Padded Sun Visors, Oil Filter,
Hooded Side Mirror, Courtesy Lights, Back-up Lights, Locking Gas Cap
Notes:
This car was in storage since 1973 in an airport hangar. The bias tires were
too shot from sitting to use now. As I understand not many Rangers w/3spd
manuals had the overdrive like mine has. Car was cleaner than I expected. I
pulled the plugs and turned over the motor by hand. Needs a battery and some
minor rewiring. Body and interior are in real good shape. No dents or
scratches, but one small spot of rust on L/R wheel well.
After looking into the motor, I found some burnt wiring and traced the damage all
the way from the voltage regulator to the generator, relay switch, coil and
distributor. Ended up pulling the radiator and water pump. Wasn't a
pretty sight.
Still doesn't matter, I love this car now too much to think otherwise of it.