It is said that a picture is worth a thousand words, which is undoubtedly the case with this 1967 Fairlane 500XL.
Although the original owner focused on performance when ordering this classic, the bucket seats, console, and AM radio provide comfort on the move. The plated and bright components show no signs of corrosion or bubbling, and there are no aftermarket additions. There is no evidence of wear, fading, or abuse, with the wheel and dash looking faultless. I generally hesitate to use the term “factory fresh” when describing a car of this vintage, but this one wouldn’t look out of place in a showroom. It features Black vinyl upholstery, with matching carpet and other trim pieces. I’m sure you are as unsurprised as me to open this Fairlane’s doors to find an immaculate interior. The seller provides plenty of documentation with this classic, including a deluxe Marti Report, the Owner’s Manual, the Owner’s Card, period advertising material, as well as the engine, data, and carburetor tags. We receive no specific information on how this Fairlane runs or drives, but the indications are positive. The engine bay presents as superbly as the rest of the vehicle, with admirable attention to detail. Therefore, the 11″ power front discs and 10″ rear drums were the best that Ford offered during this period. There’s no point in owning a car with incredible performance potential if its brakes aren’t up to the task. The impact was profound because while the 289 version could cover the ¼ mile in a respectable 16.6 seconds before winding its way to 110mph, the R-Code slashed the ET to 13.3 seconds before running out of breath at 121mph.
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Those owners didn’t have 200hp at their disposal, but 425hp fought its way to the rear wheels via, in this case, a four-speed manual transmission. However, seventy-two individuals craved an exhilarating driving experience, ordering their new toy equipped with the dual-quad R-Code 427 V8. We’d drive away feeling content, although some buyers opted for the additional performance offered by the 390ci option. If you or I walked into a Ford dealership in 1967, we could follow the lead of most buyers by ordering our new Fairlane 500XL with the sweet little 289ci V8 that provided 200hp under our right foot. The original tinted glass looks flawless, but the huge scoop on the fiberglass hood suggests this Ford is more than just a pretty face. Climbing under this Fairlane reveals spotless floors, confirming this classic is rust-free. This impression is accentuated by the styled factory chrome wheels shod with Firestone Wide Oval tires.
There are no visible marks or scratches, and the current owner’s decision to replace or restore every piece of exterior trim and chrome gives the car a factory-fresh appearance. The Blue paint gracing its laser-straight panels is a Special Order shade, and its depth of color and shine make me feel like I could walk into it. It underwent a meticulous multi-year restoration in 1998, and its overall presentation and condition suggest it hasn’t seen much active service since. There is so much to consider about this Fairlane it is challenging to know where to start. I’m not surprised the auctioneers class it as one of the stars of their upcoming sale. It will go under the hammer here at Mecum Auctions in Las Vegas, Nevada, on Saturday, November 12th. We always appreciate input from our readers, meaning I must thank our ever-reliable Barn Finder Larry D for spotting this jaw-dropping vehicle. Its only need is a new home and an owner capable of enjoying all it offers. It underwent a meticulous restoration a few years ago, and no aspect of the car could be found wanting. That is hardly the case with this 1967 Ford Fairlane 500XL, with its engine bay containing a factory V8 guaranteed to pin occupants in their seats. Some classic cars make a stunning first impression but don’t provide the performance to match their good looks.
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