Charles Phoenix JOYRIDE - 1958 Edsel Citation

Extended cut: The 1958 Citation by Edsel. Behold the Glory!

[@sigmamale7241]

This is not a car that I would have ever made fun of; New or otherwise...What a BEAUTIFUL ride!

[@louislamonte334]

Considering the truly abysmal, style-free state of contemporary automobile styling, this care is a masterpiece on every level!!

[@gabrielvalentino6282]

Charles I think people like you and I enjoy these cars so definitively for spiritual reasons. These cars represent a time when people had love and integrity. Only 70 years ago people cared about what they stood for. I need it to be 1959 again just like you my friend. Please keep the commandments and get close to CJ, the King of Kings so we can work and play in the glory of his kingdom instead of meeting the sun. Keep Saturday holy and may courage and truth be with you my beloved brother!

[@stephendavidbailey2743]

The blue colors, especially the dark, are fantastically beautiful.

[@JorgeRodriguez-po7kx]

It is Definitely 😁😚

[@deangilbert2867]

1958 my birth year, a shocking amount of dated over embellished designs were produced…..Oldsmobile, Buick, Mercury, Edsel, Lincoln, Dodge, Plymouth, and , of course Packard. Yet I grew up loving all of them. They were all so over the top in their presentation and the interiors of the high end models were stunning examples of post war design, material, and detail. This Edsel 2 door hard top does it all! Great video presentation!

[@maryrafuse2297]

Considered ugly in its day this car appeals to the modern eye. Shows how sick we are of SUV design. 2020 the year that, by contrast, made the Edsel look great!

[@cheryleann6394]

The paint job is ridiculous! Absolutely Gorgeous! The interior is perfection. I want!!

[@dougmeloan3856]

Stunning Edsel Citation! I owned a 58 Edsel Ranger for several years and it was a blast to drive, even though it had the column shift automatic instead of the Teletouch. The column shift was a short lived option when the 58 Edsel was first introduced but was rarely selected as most wanted the unique Teletouch. This beautiful Citation would be a dream to own and drive, thanks for sharing the very detailed video, brought back some great memories!

[@rsstrazz6261]

Charles, if you had been there in 1958 to be the frontline ad man for Edsel to promote the line, Edsel would still be around today!

[@stephendavidbailey2743]

"When you drive up in an Edsel, they'll know you've arrived."

[@michaelwhite2823]

When you hear Charles bellowing, he's riding something or someone special.

[@jasoncarpp7742]

OMG! Feast for the eyes! Of all the Edsels sold in the late 50s, this is my favourite year. I *so* love the two tone colours. I love the condition. Behold the glory! I *know!* 🙂

[@triode1]

My dad bought a 1958 Edsel Pacer hardtop, white paint with red interior. I loved that car-it was tight and responsive. Yes, I know that it was not top-of-the-line, but it was a truly great automobile. Sadly, the car was rear-ended while parked, frame was bent, and the car was not the same after that.

[@nageeb96]

very rare and very elegant and eye candy.behold the glory.

[@lesto59]

I love the air conditioning vents at the base of the windshield!

[@nickelnoserestos2598]

Love the '58 Edsel! Behold the Glory!!

[@jasoncarpp7742]

Another beautiful looking car! I've seen 58 Edsels before, but this is the best looking Edsel I've *ever* seen! Behold, the glory! Even 62 yrs after it was built, it still looks awesome! I know, right?! I love the fact that it's a non-smoker car. No huffie puffie in *this* baby. :)

[@frankfrankenstein5933]

Wow! What a absolute masterpiece! I want this car!🇺🇸👍✌️😁

[@scottcarlson2700]

I absolutely loved 1958 Edsel. It’s my favorite classic car of all time. This one in video is absolutely beautiful! I would love to own one some day. I don’t how people love and appreciate how beautiful this car is back when it came out in 1958.

[@j.j.hunsecker3009]

The enthusiasm! Fantastic. Thank you.

[@michaelsenzamici6705]

Love this car! Amazing! Push button "stab and steer" transmission on the steering wheel. Exciting!

[@sd90mac61]

I got 3 of these cars, 1 is a 1958 Edsel Pacer 4 Dr sedan, the other is a 1959 Edsel Villager 9 passenger station wagon, and the last 1 is a 1958 Edsel Citation, 4 DOOR HARD TOP. Your is very nice lookn.👍

[@paulbennell3313]

You've got an Edsel wagon? Wow, extreme rarity! I'm not jealous at all...

[@josephhooks2387]

How much do we LOVE this car!! Its to die for!! As Charles shows every last detail and appointment of this 50's dreamboat, you can clearly see how much effort Ford put into this car. When the car was introduced in the fall of 57, people did not know what to make of it because it was so different- like no other Ford on the road. The Ford executives told Roy Brown to design a car that looked like nothing else on the road. Well? He came up with this beauty. As history has it, in the end it just did not work out. Everything that could have gone wrong with this car-did. But we can look back now at the Edsels that are still around and see how reallt cool they were, even with all the misfortune. I will have one someday to drive on the weekends and take to car shows. Will it still turn heads? You bet it will!!

[@christopherkraft1327]

WoW!!! A buddy of mine had a 58 Citation 4 door, same color combo, we used to cruise E street in Sanbernardino back in the seventies! I tripped out when I saw your license plate frame, Roger Harmon Edsel, San Bernardino!! I still have that same frame from my buddies car!! WoW 🙂

[@jonboy9912]

What a fantastic example and the car is pretty good too!!! Another nice one Charles - presentation skills of a great!

[@ry491]

How could anyone think this is ugly . I love them !

[@georges7340]

Sometimes being ahead of the times doesn't work! It was a shame, too! I think the Edsel was the epitome of style for 1958! "HELLO GORGEOUS"!!😉😉😎

[@carltondobbs5774]

Gorgeous!!! Charles color fabulous!!!!

[@rhythmdroid]

The speed warning light sound just about knocked me out of my seat 😂

[@WoodlawnSound]

III know! :D

[@randybourdon2791]

You are hilarious Charles! Love this Edsel. A classic and the clock works!

[@johnbehneman1546]

GREAT VIDEO CHARLES!!!! YES, EDSELS ARE VERY BEAUTIFUL CARS WHEN RESTORED PROPERLY!!!! TODAY I WAS THINKING ABOUT RADIAL WHITEWALL TIRES AND GIVING HER THE ROD & CUSTOM INFLUENCE, TOTALLY AWSOME VIDEO A MUST-WATCH!!!! THANKS FOR SHARING!!!!

[@jeffsmith846]

This one is beyond rare. The big MEL engine that was shared with the Lincoln and Mercury (and 59-60 TBird option) would have made this a running car especially above 50 mph. Just now watching Charles' videos for the first time. You can tell he was super excited about this one! Thanks!

[@cryan4041]

Thank you for posting this exceptional video showcasing the best of the best! Impressive array of whistles and bells not usually found on top-of-the-line Edsels (presumably since customers had already spent so much just to have a Citation). Less than 1% of all 58's had AC. I've only seen the speed warning light activated in a '58 commercial, and that was in B&W. I've owned a beautiful Citation for the past 15 years, and it's been a joy to drive. It was previously part of Richard Carpenter's collection.

[@kayeninetwo3585]

Great car and great restoration! That car is so space age that I even thought I heard jets passing overhead in the first part of the video. Oh, wait a minute... I DID hear jets passing overhead! THANKS FOR POSTING ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO! Love the Edsel!

[@kfl611]

You made me want to jump through the computer screen and take it for a ride and a new home !

[@brwlegge]

Great video on this terrific Edsel. First time I've seen the AC dash unit in such detail. That clip was awesome. Thanks for sharing Charles, really glad I found this video.

[@catherinegabster]

Absolutely amazing Charles Phoenix. You are the curator of the classic ride... MORE Joyrides!

[@GaryGrube1]

The '58 Edsel was so ahead of its time in styling. In an age of tail fins for days, the Edsel had such a sleek, long and straighter profile. It was designed more like the cars of 1960, which truely made it the styling of the future! Those tail lights are large but their styling made them look like a sleek and slim, beautiful inset on the back of the car. You either loved or hated this car. For me it was one of the most beautiful cars of the '50s!

[@asteverino8569]

Ahhhhh, the ultimate ‘58 Edsel! I have no real urge to own these mid-century masterpieces. But YES, I would like a Sunday drive in many of them.

[@michaeldoomernik8553]

Wonderful car!! Very entertaining episode! 🕶️🕶️🍸🍸

[@maaikejongkamp-dereiger4785]

The details! I’m almost in tears! This car is so beautiful, and I love how you matched your shirt to the colors. These joyrides are such a joy to watch.

[@mattcollier5957]

Charles, you crack me up, such a great entertainer. I have an Edsel back here in England, UK.... I Know......

[@tonycolca2241]

Charles you a genuine showman

[@Modeltnick]

Love the presentation!

[@anthonyvisor8880]

I never knew that car was so awesome. I wonder why it wasn't popular. Great video.

[@_charlesphoenix]

Good question!

[@friendofdorothy9376]

Well, the way I understand it is that the horse collar grill was a little controversial. Comedians and others made fun of it and that may be one reason why some people stayed away. It was also introduced during a bad recession and the reason for it being didn’t exist anymore come 1958. When it was conceived in ‘54-‘55 there was a spot in the pricing structure for it. But when it was debuted that really didn’t exist much anymore. People could either get a high dollar Edsel (or a more well known prestigious Mercury) or a low dollar Edsel (could get a high dollar Ford). Also build quality suffered because these were made on the same line as Fords and Mercury’s and I’ve read that some of the workers didn’t appreciate that and weren’t always careful with assembling the Edsels.

[@kerryjacobson5465]

That car is as old as me, and in better condition! I wonder if I can be restored!😂

[@xaenon]

I'm a '64 model, and I'm discovering that parts are really hard to find.

[@dkmarts]

OH MYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYYY! Gotta say I am loving this treasure!! I absolutely love that you coordinated your outfit. C'est magnifique~~~

[@capitainebonhomme1609]

Thank you for sharing your video about this absolutely amazing Edsel !!! Unbelievable mint condition !

[@67marlins]

Love it!!!!!

[@CowboyStag]

Lovely. I never understood why people didn’t like them

[@EcoBoostd]

Love the car and love the energy you brought. Amazing video!

[@_charlesphoenix]

Thanks so much!!

[@michaelshaules3197]

Always love the escapism of this his stuff, always brings a smile.. is he single. LOL

[@truthbetold8610]

You'll have to ask his boyfriend.

[@doctorfeinstone6524]

@@truthbetold8610 if he has a boyfriend, then he isn't single

[@frankfrankenstein5933]

Wow! I'm wanting this masterpiece! Wow!!!!!!!!!! I know!!!!!!!😁

[@solomongrundey]

Cant wait to get my 2 door edsel pacer up and running. Beautiful call man

[@nonelost1]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="452">7:32</a>..."Because, when you drive an Edsel, the mood is up! Prosperity rules. And the standard of living is flying high, very high!" But not in 1958! The recession that year was part of the reason Edsel tanked. Keep them "Joyride" vids a comin'!

[@joesilvas4299]

I love the way you talk about the car, you are hyping everything about the vehicle up. It's great.

[@guywill7875]

The Edsel was a revolutionary automotive design.

[@horaciomora75]

The most beautiful of 1958 cars.

[@michaeltaylor1603]

As a teen in the 80's there was one 4 sale @ a gas station in my neighborhood with push button trans. My dad (after pestering him) took me & I got to sit in it) Love how your shirt complimented that beautiful car!

[@Nunofurdambiznez]

Absolutely F-A-N-T-A-S-T-I-C car!!!!

[@JorgeRodriguez-po7kx]

When Charles says: Isn't that Gorgeous Makes me Laugh 😁☺

[@helios1912]

Best vid of your car series, Charles

[@angrytrucker420]

Nothing beats a pre 1965 automobile for style and character.

[@peterselten500]

Just found your channel love the cars so many gorgeous features on them

[@_charlesphoenix]

Welcome aboard!

[@Markybug-Keira-Cody]

The rear tail lights are almost led in style ! The rear window from the side reminds me of the Citroen ds.

[@gregghanson6095]

These reviews are national tresures! I love it when you yell!!!!

[@terry3193]

I recently stumbled upon this channel and absolutely love it! Charles is hilarious! In regard to the Edsel, I guess I can't quite understand why it was such a failure for Ford? This example is stunning and the level of detail is incredible. True...the horse collar grill is a little "something" but otherwise it's stunning. Great channel and great video!! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@johnnyjames7139]

Ford already had Mercury as it's up scale brand. The standing joke about Edsel was the lemon sucking snout. I was a grade schooler when this was new. Today priceless.

[@monarch1957]

What a beauty.

[@garypippenger202]

One of my interests of 50's and 60's cars is the configuration of the A/C vents, when so equipped. Definitely have not seen the Edsel factory air before! This was when manufacturers were figuring out what they were doing to do with the air vents, as cars had recently switched from A/C units based in the trunk. (AMC was a leader in dash-based A/C units!) I can't think of any other Ford products with this configuration. It is like the 57-58 Caddy and some of the Chrysler products of the time. Thanks for that detail.

[@davidnelson517]

Granddaddy bought a new 58 Pacer 2-dr HT coupe - aqua and white. Pulled a matching Scotty trailer to AZ and back, in order to sail the Queen Mary! I myself have owned 3 - all Pacers - one 2 dr sedan, a 4 dr sedan, and a coupe - all long gone now, but sweet memories!

[@horaciomora75]

Charles ¡ Hermoso video de mi auto preferido: Edsel Citation 1958 ! Se ve fabuloso

[@Ctrl-XYZ]

The interesting thing about the 1958 Edsel lineup is that the "senior" models (Corsair and Citation) weren't just longer than the junior models (Ranger, Pacer), due to the usual expedient of a longer wheelbase, but also wider, by just over an inch. The senior models were built on the larger Mercury chassis, while Ranger and Pacer used the smaller Ford underpinnings. Despite being virtually indistinguishable except for trim and rooflines, the senior and junior models used entirely different body stampings, with no panels or glass interchangeable. Edsel station wagons for 1958 used a Ranger/Pacer front clip, with the tail being a thinly disguised 1957 Ford. The "Climate Dial" HVAC control is the same setup used in 1958-60 Lincolns, with ductwork integrated into the dash. Then for 1959 and 1960, Edsel reverted to the clunky under-dash factory air units used by lesser Fords. As well as a very agricultural-looking exposed shift linkage that ran parallel to the steering column.

[@bertcushman7427]

I remember these cars well, my aunt had a loaded 58 station wagon, it was a really beautiful car! too bad it failed....

[@johnmaguire8689]

You are a world class national treasure!!! I know

[@_charlesphoenix]

U r too KIND !!! ...

[@discerningmind]

Thanks Charles. You really bring a lot of great data into these videos. This is the most beautiful Edsel I've ever seen. High honors to its owner. I didn't know about the pickle, nor have I ever seen original keys. The speed warning red light was new for me too. Air Conditioning--sensational!!!

[@_charlesphoenix]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@billbright1755]

This car is in phenomenal condition. Well branded for vehicle identification. Mechanically in pristine shape.

[@shwt121]

With 475 ft/lbs & 340 horses......you could have beaten almost any hot rodder I knew @ high school....that would've straightened out any negative thoughts that anyone might have had about this beautiful landyacht. Personally, I love all the unique & " out of the ordinary" switches & ' toggles'......especially the " pushbutton" transmission in the center of the steering wheel....god , now that Ive seen all of its beautifly unique gauges & a tach..??? What an excellent addition......!!!

[@_charlesphoenix]

This car HAS IT ALL !!! ...

[@michaelwhite2823]

Every time you bellow "I know!" I get all tingly and goose pimply.

[@c.d.porter9366]

...it was great back in the day when you could look at a car and tell the difference from another brand. Try that today

[@Sonormuseum]

Such a clean example. It’s like that car was purchased and cocooned for 65 years.

[@charleshousman3570]

True Glory

[@francism.4525]

“Look at this piece of GLASS !!!!” Lol

[@georgeguegold4927]

YOUR FUNNY I LOVE THE OLD CARS BUILT SO WELL!!

[@bozodog428]

Fantastic!

[@marco18463]

Just wow! 👏

[@emjayay]

Absolutely right about the driving experience. Some are maybe just interesting, but ones with power steering and brakes are similar to driving a car today except from a different universe. Speaking of brakes.... The upper two lines of '58 Edsels share a lot with Mercurys. Same roof and awesome rear window but different trim. Oooooo, I know: Charles! 1957 or '58 Mercury Turnpike Cruiser! Yes!

[@_charlesphoenix]

57 Mercury Turnpike Cruiser coming SOON !!!

[@scooterdover2771]

Yeah, I was thinking the same thing, especially with the back window and some of the trim kind of Mercury like.

[@TimmyAndTammyScumbag]

My new game: watching your videos and trying to guess exactly when you're going to say "I know!" and saying it along with you 😊

[@carolclapp9053]

Gorgeous blue

[@muffs55mercury61]

Berautiful cars. The majority were built in 1957 because by 1958 the recession was in full swing and not many were sold. The Citation was the one to have.

[@jackiejoy7276]

Love the way that back window looks too bad the front one doesn't look like that too

[@ivorwm2291]

Extraordinary

[@garypippenger202]

Looking at this Beautifully restored, completely loaded car makes me wonder if Ford over-reacted to the initial response to the Edsel. After today, it's growing on me. Thanks, Charles. Question: your swooning over the great cars you show--have you ever passed out? Maybe it's not swooning. Flamboyance? Yes!

[@davidkendall6801]

Beautiful car, much more attractive than 61+ Chrysler products

[@rollingtones1]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="148">2:28</a> The backup lamp lenses have “EFB-58” molded into them which is code for EDSEL FORD BACKUP 1958 model year. Most turn signal and brake lamp lenses have this as well. In later years it might say SAE58 or some such.

[@travelingfool9096]

yea back as a kid I would look to see if my make model and year was correct., back righten u could do year

[@charleshamilton9274]

1958. This car. A drive-in theater on a balmy night. Rock Hudson’s your date. I know.

[@friendofdorothy9376]

And he’s right up next to me

[@kennethparks3568]

Love it!

[@leavemealone8336]

how much do we love it when the guy talking seems to be phil hartman?

[@LeSiZmOr]

Lovely Charles! Keep them coming!! sub'd

[@aaronwilliams6989]

WOW!

[@randorific333]

This is a lovely Citation. I like Royal Blue Metallic and Powder Blue together. This is very well equipped! The only two options I didn't see are the electric luggage compartment opener and Power Lube. I wonder if it has the warning light set? I'm hoping to buy one of these soon. Fingers crossed!

[@jackiejoy7276]

Don't care what anybody says they are a beautiful car I don't know why they got such a bad rap they're definitely unique looking especially for today's cruisers they look so custom from the factory you think somebody did it in their garage these youngsters nowadays wouldn't even know what kind of car that was they think it was some space age car you know how hard it was to build that car from the clay model I'm just saying pure genius

[@friendofdorothy9376]

I wonder how many of those options were originally on the car or were added during the high dollar restoration? In place of the tachometer, one could even have ordered a compass.

[@roberthaworth8991]

I am always suspicious of super-optioned Edsels. I mean, Corsairs and Citations tended to come well-equipped, but not THAT well. It's even shiftier with the small-series cars. Last year I saw a green Pacer at a local show in PA that had *everything* incld. the Speed Warning Light, electric trunk release, and the ultra-rare central oiling system IIRC, and I always suspected that was a "built" car. The wealthy owner had just tacked about six rare options onto it in the course of a full resto. Cars like that are just material for a pissing contest between the owner and other Edselers, making the car non-representative of how the cars were actually born. "Build sheet or it didn't happen!"