Engine

The long-lived Flathead V8 engine was replaced for 1954 by an overhead valve Y-block unit, marking the end of an era. This engine produced 130 hp (97 kW) with a 2-barrel carburetor and an impressive 160 hp (119 kW) with a Holley four-barrel in the official-use-only law enforcement model. Another new addition was the "Crestline Skyliner" 2 door hardtop, which featured an acrylic glass panel over the front half of the roof. Also added was the new "Astra-Dial Control panel" speedometer, which has a clear, plastic covering on the top, which let sunlight illuminate it in the day-time^[5]. Also added was a four-way power front seat. A snap-in sunshade was a desirable option. The "woody" Country Squire wagon now used artificial fiberglass panels but remained the most-expensive Ford.