Facel Vega HK 500 (1958 - 1961)

Technically the HK 500 was very similar to its predecessors. The 5.4 litre Typhoon V8 engine found in the FV4 models was replaced by a 6.2 litre engine. With over 350 bhp on the tap, the HK 500 was one of the fastest cars of its day. This meant that sufficient braking-power was required, so the drums used on previous models were replaced by Dunlop discs. Both a Pont-a-Mousson 4-speed manual or a Chrysler 3-speed automatic gearbox were available. To help manoeuvre the HK 500 around town power steering was available as an option. On the outside the HK 500 could be distinguished only by its slightly wider body compared to the FV bodies.

In 1962 the HK 500 was phased out and replaced by the Facel 2. Again the Facel 2 carried over a lot from its predecessors, but for the first time the exterior of the big Facel Vega was redesigned.