The Edsel has quite a history. It’s known as one of the great failures of the automotive world, yet it’s also known for a few of the automotive world’s firsts. It was built and sold by the Ford Motor Company during the 1958 to 1960 model years, and was meant to make great strides toward rivals GM and Chrysler, yet never gained popularity (at the time) and cost Ford millions of dollars.

There are many theories, some ranging from consumer’s discomfort with certain aspects of the car’s aesthetics, others of its supposed mechanical unreliability, while still many believe today that bitter and jealous politics and behind-the-scenes maneuvering within the company helped create the demise of the car named after Henry Ford’s son. Regardless, the plucky Edsel has become a classic sought after by collectors today.

We found this special edition for sale on Hemmings.com. It’s a 1958 Edsel Pacer Bermuda. It features the two-tone coral-and-white paint, faux wood paneling, fins, chrome, whitewall tires, and the push-button transmission. And this is a rare one. Of the 18 models Edsel offered in 1959, the Bermuda nine-passenger wagon had the lowest production numbers, with just 779 rolling off the line. Today, there may be a dozen left.

This one came from a California museum and it is totally rust and accident free. It features the E488 V-8 engine, and the Teletouch transmission works perfectly. All other systems and mechanicals are also in working order. A period air conditioning unit has been installed, but it does not blow cold air. The interior was restored with a beautiful period-style fabric with the famed “E” logo on the door panels. The rear compartment is unrestored, but is in very good condition.

The chrome and trim are restored, and are perfect; and the wood-grain vinyl appliqué is just as well done. There is some minor wear on the metal “wood-style” trim. The paint job has a few nicks, there are a couple of small paint nicks, too, but nothing major, and the roof rack is in excellent condition.