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- 1959 Ford Edsel Ranger
1959 Ford Edsel Ranger
Lot Number: 865
1959 Ford Edsel Ranger
A very rare car, formerly owned by the CEO of the Edsel Owners Club of America, UK-registered since 1997 with appearances on the big screen and a regular at classic car shows.
- Sold for: £9,900
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 9th November, 2025 at 10.30am local time at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
White/Yellow -
DRIVE
Only_LHD -
REG NUMBER
SSY 753 -
ODOMETER READING
49000 Miles
SUMMARY
A very rare car, formerly owned by the CEO of the Edsel Owners Club of America, UK-registered since 1997 with appearances on the big screen and a regular at classic car shows.
DESCRIPTION
- Manufactured in 1959, this first generation, facelift Edsel Ranger two-door saloon is fitted with the economical 3.7-litre straight-six Ford 'Mileage Maker' mated to a column shift 3-speed automatic
- An expensive footnote in the Ford Motor Company’s mid-century production history, the Edsel was intended as a fourth brand, but was discontinued after just three years
- The classic car enthusiast, however, adores rarity and this car was later owned by the CEO of the Edsel Owners Club of America, and later bought directly from his family by Eddie 'Mr Edsel' Clarkson who registered it into the UK on 15/01/1997
- Purchased from Mr Clarkson’s widow by our vendor in 2019 joining his collection of American cars
- Regularly displayed and in demand with filmmakers, it even featured in Harrison Ford’s last appearance as Indiana Jones
- Imported with some 38,000 miles, the car has covered some 10,500 miles since and is presented to auction with an MOT valid until 30/01/2026, a long list of spares and a workshop manual
- A rare car, keenly estimated, with an impeccable provenance and even used by Wikipedia in their entry on the model
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 865
- Make
- FORD
- Model
- EDSEL RANGER
- Variant
- Coupe
- Registration Number
- SSY 753
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- A9UC725238
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- White/Yellow
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Arwel Richards
- Car Specialist
- 07434 960868
- arwel@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Arwel.
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SCORE:
83 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Best described as cosmetically enhanced over the years when needed rather than subject to a full restoration.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
Clear evidence of original components. With new carpets included.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
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Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
Advisory free MOT issued in January 2025
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Vehicle History
Remarks
Very few American cars are supplied with this much background.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 10th November. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
For larger vehicles such as vans, transporters etc. please contact EM Rogers on +44 (0)1604 755511 for a quote.
If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 10th November, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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