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| 1955 FORD MAINLINE WITH A 223 I-6 ENGINE ONLY AT GONZO'S PRO BUILT MODEL CARS |
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| Here we have a 1955 Ford Mainline with a correct 223ci. inline 6 cyl. engine, done in 1/25th scale. I started with a Ford Customline fine resin kit from Hendrix Mfg. I remastered it into a Mainline. This was Fords base model. It came with no frills, and cost around 1700.00 in 1955. everything was an option. This one has a radio as the only add on. Check out the correct I-6 engine, this produced 120hp. I split the manifold to give it dual exhausts, a popular thing to do in the 50's, giving it a distinct sound and bit more power. Note the detail right down to the dipstick. On the body, the trim above the tailights was painted the body color. Chrome trim there was optional with a reflector, or if you ordered the backup lights. This is a base Plain Jane. See the rubber molding around the windows, also note the green speedo window only used in 55. Make sure to browse my other pro built cars. |