Hmm, could be that the 312 scenario is correct, but if it's been in the family since new..why pull the engine for sale now? Anyway, shortcuts comments on car sales in the 50s are generally correct, however it's my understanding that Ford really pushed their dealers in 1957, in a sales race with G.M. It was close, G.M. claimed on an annual basis they were first, but on model year sales, the 57 Ford was the biggest seller..

Paul

My understanding is that new car purchasing was a bit different in 1957 than we think of it being today. Dealer lots were not loaded with cars. Many people ordered and waited for delivery of their new car from the factory.



Certainly individuals special order cars today, but I'm told it was more the norm in the 50s. I have no data to support what I've shared here...


NoShortcuts
a.k.a. Charlie Brown
near Syracuse, New York

Well if you ask me I think that's a steal! 1600 dollars and you get the original numbers matching Holly Carb to Oil pan? You say the fan to the transmission? and they run?!? WOW! Great deal!



ps: yes to the other chap the numbers match, its an upgrade and all original. Been in the family since it was purchased/ordered brand new.

1957 Ford 4-door Custom 300 w/ 312 Y block, all matching numbers police interceptor package.. I guess

Yea I was talking to him about its worth before he came up with this $1600 price.

is this the listing on Houston's Craigslist?  if so, he's asking $1600

"God Bless Texas"location: Houston,TX

I'm in Houston and would be glad to examine it in person if the seller is willing, and then report back out on this thread...

Mark

"God Bless Texas"location: Houston,TX

ej: Interesting, but my point was that most 57 Custom series cars had 272s in them, some had 292s & even 6 cylinders. A 312 would be a substantial upgrade order & quite uncommon. And some of those would be Police packages.

Paul

I had a '57 Custom 300 4 dr. 312 3 speed w/OD. Was a scrub killin' SOB !!!!

Doing Fords for 45 years. '56 Customline Victoria

E.J. in Havana FL

Unfortunatley, 55 yrs later the VIN # may be irrelevant,to the engine there now.. Even the casting # of the block doesn't guaranty it's a 312. Link to John Mummert's site and his listing of Block & head #s. Often the only way to be sure is to check the crank flange..that may tell you it's a 312, but not allways.. Next, you need to check the crank assembly for the ECZ markings. Also, if you are re selling the block, you need to determine if the block is saleable. 312s are sometimes cracked in the main cap areas. Buyer beware!

Paul

I have only seen a picture but he says that the vin shows it is a 312 plus I am not in need of a complete motor but thought someone else might.