Ford Customline 1954
Ian’s very nice Ford Customline, one owner, pristine condition. Flat head V8, 2-speed auto, Vee eight power. Ian spent an enormous sum on a new you beaut Transistor radio. The latest technology, replacing Valve radios. Am stations only, push button selection. So cool, no, no cassette, no, no CD, USB, or Bluetooth; whot!!!. Gathering the boys around to assist Ian with exchanging the Flat head side valve V8 with a 2-speed auto gearbox with an overhead Valve V8 engine, and a 4-speed manual gearbox. Graham chief mechanic and technical advisor, and others to assist, Derrick, Graham, Dickie. My help with body modifications and a little painting. Not the bloody wall, Thanks.
Ian found the Customline had the air of an old man’s car, a mature gentleman, which allowed him the freedom to speed around the city and suburbs without a worry. The ride is a little soft, allowing the car to float like a fast-cruising luxury yacht.
With a surf rack, it was a Luxury Surfchaser, although not so good on the beach sand.
Graham married Robin he needed a suitable limousine for the Honeymoon, his MG TF would not quite be right for the adventure, swapped with Ian’s Customline.
