1957 Ford Fairlane

The 1957 Ford Fairlane stands out in automotive history with its striking restyled design, featuring a longer, lower, and wider body compared to earlier models. Key specifications include a length of 207.7 inches (210.8 inches for the Skyliner), a wheelbase of 118 inches, and a width of 79 inches, with weights typically ranging from 3,300 to 3,900 lbs depending on the model. Engine options encompass an inline-six of 223.0 cu in. delivering 144 BHP, alongside various V8 options, including a 272.0 cu in. engine (190 BHP) and a 312.0 cu in. engine available in higher-performance versions (225 BHP). Transmission choices featured manual, manual overdrive, and automatic (Ford-O-Matic). A highlight of the model year was the introduction of the Fairlane 500 Skyliner, the world’s first mass-produced retractable hardtop convertible, uniquely designed for enhanced aerodynamics and style.