This 1957 Ford Ranchero is a first-year example that is finished in red over gray and has been the recipient of a number of mechanical and cosmetic modifications.
Power comes from a 351ci Cleveland V8 paired with a 3-speed automatic transmission and custom touches include lowered suspension, recessed headlights, a tubular grille, mag wheels, and more.
The 351 Cleveland V8 is paired with a Ford-O-Matic 3-speed automatic transmission.
A crossflow radiator with an aluminum shroud has been added, and an alternator replaces the original generator.
Manual steering and single-circuit brakes have been retained.
A new MagnaFlow exhaust system has been installed.
The current red paint was commissioned along with custom touches such as a shaved and louvered hood, recessed headlights, tubular chrome grille, altered front bumper, and dual spot lights.
The stock rear bumper is accompanied by custom taillights, while new polished moldings trim the bed.
Slotted 15″ aluminum mag wheels wear Dunlop G/T Qualifier white-letter tires.
The braking system has been refreshed with new master and wheel cylinders.
Pleated vinyl seats and door panels are accented with black carpeting. A 3-spoke steering wheel is mounted on the stock steering column, as is the transmission selector.
Stock instrumentation is supplemented by new under-dash gauges.
Approximately 14k miles are shown on the 5-digit odometer, and have turned over.
