1958 edsel ranger 2dr ht

1958 edsel ranger 2dr ht project car,has 390 motor,3-speed trans,floor shifter,original 3-peed on the column.car runs,drives, has brakes,however it builds high pressure in the radiator,i believe it may need head gasket.has functional side pipes.no rust holes in the body,paint is peeling mostly on top.some patches in the trunk,needs headliner.great hot rod project! never drove car on the road,so I know nothing about trans or handling.complete car.seats and door panels are good.good frame.have original hub caps.original car color looks like yellow.