Unleash the Luxury: The 1969 Ford Aurora II - AllCarIndex
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In the world of classic cars, there are few that can match the sheer luxury and uniqueness of the 1969 Ford Aurora II. This one-of-a-kind station wagon is not your average family hauler - it's a luxury lounge on wheels.
Step inside the Aurora II and you'll be greeted by curved lounge seats, plush vinyl and "woodgrain" trim, and deep pile carpeting. But that's just the beginning. This beauty is also equipped with an eight-inch Philco television set, a Philco AM/FM stereo radio, and a stereo tape recorder and player. Talk about traveling in style.
The exterior of the Aurora II is painted a special "pearlescent white gold" that is color-keyed to the white gold vinyl interior trim. The carpeting is a bright gold cut-pile nylon that adds to the luxurious feel of the vehicle. English oak "wood-textured" side panels and light oak rails frame the interior, giving it a classic yet modern look.
Originally modified from Ford Division's LTD Country Squire, the Aurora II is truly a unique vehicle. With only three side doors - one on the left and two on the right - getting in and out of this beauty is a breeze. The rear passenger door on the driver's side has been eliminated to make room for the center lounge seat, while the rear seat is also a curved lounge seat.
But the luxury doesn't stop there. The front passenger seat is a "swivel chair" that can turn in any direction, making it easy for the front passenger to face the three-passenger "sofa" seat in the back. And let's not forget about the deluxe luggage rack on the roof, complete with a built-in air deflector to keep the rear window clean.
The design of the Aurora II is based on the original Aurora luxury lounge station wagon, a design research vehicle introduced by the Ford Design Center in 1964 at the New York World's Fair. With its futuristic design and luxurious amenities, the Aurora II truly stands out as a unique and stylish classic car.
So if you're looking to turn heads and travel in style, look no further than the 1969 Ford Aurora II. It's a luxury lounge on wheels that is sure to impress even the most discerning car enthusiasts.
