HAGERTY 1954 Ford Crestline Sunliner

Product Information

• Specifications
  • Model: 1954 Ford Crestline Sunliner
  • Body Style: 2dr Convertible
  • Engine Type: 8-cyl. 239cid/130hp 2bbl
• Model Description
  • The 1954 Ford Crestline Sunliner is the last model in its generation before a major redesign.
  • It features a V-8 engine that generates 130 horsepower and a six-cylinder engine with 115 horsepower as the standard motor.
  • The Crestline Sunliner received various updates, including a new suspension setup and engine tune.
  • It is a popular model with collectors, particularly the convertible models, and offers a well-equipped driving experience for its class.
• Body Styles
  • 2dr Convertible
  • 1952-1954 Ford Crestline Statistics
  • Highest Sale: $85,120
  • Lowest Sale: $2,340
  • Most Recent Sale: $40,700
  • Sales: 297
• Vehicle’s Condition Classification
  • The vehicle’s condition is classified based on the following scale:

  • 1. Concours

  • 1 vehicles are the best in the world. They are perfectly clean, groomed to perfection, and have mirror-like painted and chromed surfaces. These vehicles are free from dust and dirt, and all materials used are correct and superbly fitted.

  • 3. Good

  • 3 vehicles drive and run well but are not used for daily transportation. They may have some incorrect parts but do not have any visual flaws. They could have some of the issues of a #4 vehicle but are balanced by factors such as fresh paint or a new, correct interior.

Product Usage Instructions

• Driving the 1954 Ford Crestline Sunliner
  • The 1954 Ford Crestline Sunliner is an enjoyable car to drive. Follow the instructions below for a smooth driving experience:
• Starting the Engine
  • Insert the key into the ignition.
  • Turn the key clockwise to start the engine.
• Shifting Gears
  • The Crestline Sunliner comes with a three-speed manual transmission as standard. Follow the steps below to shift gears:
  • Depress the clutch pedal fully with your left foot.
  • Move the gear shifter to the desired gear position.
  • Slowly release the clutch pedal while gently pressing the accelerator with your right foot.
  • Note: For models equipped with overdrive or Ford-O-Matic, refer to the user manual for specific instructions.
• Braking
  • The Crestline Sunliner is equipped with standard brakes. To brake effectively, follow these steps:
  • Gradually apply pressure to the brake pedal with your right foot.
  • Release the pressure as you come to a stop.
• Maintenance
  • To keep your Crestline Sunliner in good condition, perform regular maintenance tasks such as:
  • Checking and changing the engine oil regularly.
  • Inspecting and replacing worn-out tires.
  • Keeping the exterior clean and free from dirt and debris.
  • Checking and replacing any faulty lights or indicators.
• FAQ
  • Q: What is the base price of a 1952 Crestline Victoria?
  • A:  The base price for a 1952 Crestline Victoria was slightly over $2,100.
  • Q:  How many Ford Crestline Sunliners were produced?
  • A: More than half a million Ford Crestline Sunliners were produced.
  • Q: Which body style is most sought after by collectors?
  • A: Collectors typically seek out the convertible models of the Ford Crestline Sunliner.

INTRODUCTION

1954 Ford Crestline Sunliner

• 2dr Convertible 8-cyl. 239cid/130hp 2bbl

Value adjustments

• -10% for 6-cyl.

Model description

• Ford introduced all-new models for 1952, beating rival Chevrolet to the punch by a full year.
• The Crestliner became the Crestline and continued on as Ford’s top-of-the-line model.
• On the outside, the car was more modern looking, with a wraparound windshield and curved rear glass, a new grille, and more ornamentation to break up the earlier “Shoebox” Ford’s look.
• The Crestline came standard with a V-8 motor.
• The 239-cid L-head engine used a two-barrel carburetor like the 1951 Crestliner, though a higher compression ratio moved power up to 110 hp.
• A three-speed manual transmission was standard, while overdrive and Ford-O-Matic were optional.
• Body styles included the Victoria two-door hardtop, the Sunliner convertible, and the four-door, wood-clad Country Squire station wagon.
• The base price for a Crestline Victoria in 1952 was a hair over $2,100.
• The 1953 Ford Crestline was largely the same as the previous year, with a slightly simpler grille and different brightwork on the car’s side.
• Body choices and prices were essentially the same, as was the powertrain.
• Power steering became a welcome option this model year.

Please note:

• All prices shown here are based on various data sources, as detailed in About Our Prices.

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• The 1954 model year was the last of this generation, as a major redesign was scheduled for 1955.
• Still, Ford went forward with a host of new mechanicals, including a new suspension setup and a new engine tune.
• The V-8 now generated 130 hp, and a 115-hp six-cylinder engine became the new standard motor.
• The 1954 Ford Crestline received a new model called the Skyliner, which was similar to the Victoria two-door hardtop, only with a Plexiglas panel over the front passengers.
• New luxury options included power brakes, windows, and a front seat.
• A two-door station wagon also joined the Crestline lineup this year.
• The Ford Crestline was a popular model during its run, with more than half a million being produced.
• Collectors typically seek out the convertible models, though the Skyliner is an interesting model in its own right.
• The Crestline was a fairly well-equipped model for its class, which helps make it enjoyable to drive today.
• It is also relatively easy to maintain assuming rust and rot are at a minimum.
• All in all, the car is an affordable way to experience a mainstream 1950s American car.

Body styles

• 2dr Convertible

Engine types

• 8-cyl. 239cid/130hp 2bbl

1952-1954 Ford Crestline stats

• Highest sale
  • $85,120
• Lowest sale
  • $2,340
• Most recent sale
  • $40,700
• Sales
  • 297

Vehicle’s condition classification

• #1. Concours

  • 1 vehicles are the best in the world. Imagine the best vehicle, in the right colors, driving onto the lawn at the finest concours. Perfectly clean, the vehicle has been groomed down to the tire treads. Painted and chromed surfaces are mirror-like. Dust and dirt are banned, and the materials used are correct and superbly fitted.

• #2. Excellent
  •  #2 vehicles could win a local or regional show. They might even be former #1 vehicles that have been driven or have aged. Seasonedobservers will have to look closely for faws but will be able to fnd some. The paint, chrome, glass and finishes will all appear as excellent. The vehicle drives as a new vehicle of its era would.
• #3. Good

  • 3 vehicles drive and run well but are not used for daily transportation. The casual passerby will not fnd any visual faws, but these vehicles might have some incorrect parts. #3 vehicles could possess some, but not all, of the issues of a #4 vehicle, but they will be balanced by other factors such as fresh paint or a new, correct interior.

• #4. Fair

  • 4 vehicles are daily drivers, with flaws visible to the naked eye. The chrome might have pitting, the windshield might be chipped and perhaps the body has a minor dent. Imperfect paintwork, split seams or a cracked dash might be present. No major parts are missing, but there might be non-stock additions. A #4 vehicle can also be a deteriorated restoration.

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References

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