X8WX704058

Dataplate specifications
Citation, 4-door hardtop, Jet Black
Black vinyl/Gray cloth interior

"E-475" 410cid 345bhp V8, Teletouch automatic transmission, 2.91:1 axle ratio
Edsel number 704058 manufactured in Wayne, MI on November 6, 1957


Information as of:  July 2008

Owner:   Lewis Eustace
Location:   Invercargill, New Zealand
Owned since:   June 2007

Mileage:   98,000
Condition:   In restoration
Originality:   Stock, with some updated parts

Accessories included:   unknown

Notes:
Searching for door rubbers, top seal where the windows touch the roof, door handle rubbers, Citation badge for front guard, glove box liner, etc.


Information as of:  February 2002

Owner:   Bruce Christmas
Location:   New Plymouth, New Zealand
Owned since:   May 4, 2001

Mileage:   93,951
Condition:   Drives well
Originality:   99% Original

Accessories included:   Teletouch Automatic Transmission, Power Seats, Power Steering, Town & Country radio, Electic Clock, Windsheild Washer, Wheel Covers with Spinner, Power Antenna

Notes:
We imported it from the Houston, Texas when we brought it over the "Edsels For Sale" column on the Internet.
Used as an everyday car.


Information as of:  February 2001

Owner:   Dan Orbeck
Location:   Houston, Texas
Owned since:   unknown

Mileage:   95,000
Condition:   Drives well
Originality:   unknown

Accessories included:   Teletouch Automatic Transmission, Town & Country radio, Electic Clock, Windsheild Washer, Power Antenna

Notes:
Nicely refurbished car, older repaint.  Redone interior is correct.  Engine compartment is detailed with correct colors.  Trunk has new cardboard side inserts with jacking instructions - need floor mat and lid insulation.  Please see many more photos at http://photos.yahoo.com/bc/dorbeck8.

New or rebuilt: front end (most), rear springs, carb, teletouch shifter and relays, brake system, waterpump, radiator, exhaust system, shocks, fuel pump, gas tank, Trico wiper vacuum-motor.  NOS front seat inserts, repro vinyl, carpets, kick panels.  Older Goodyear tires with no tread wear.
Non-working: Town & Country radio, clock, windsheild washer, power antenna (not installed).
Missing: trunk floormat, padded dash.

This baby runs well but just doesn't get out much.

Ownership History
Car is originally from Clifton, Texas, and was first owned by Shrantz family.  It was then sold to Danny Remington, then sold to Dan Orbeck.
This car is currently Jet Black with with Silver Gray Metallic.


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