Vehicle Description
This very pretty 1936 Ford Model 68 Deluxe Phaeton is a beautiful
cruiser and a car show darling. If you like the iconic look of the
late '30s Fords, smooth flathead V8 power, and regal yet sporty
roofline, then this rare and restored classic is just waiting for
you to drive it home.
History has an interesting way of making you appreciate a classic
like this. The Phaeton body style has a thin roofline opening up
the car even with the top in place. That gives this American
classic a very European feel. It was far from the most expensive
car Ford offered in its upper-market Deluxe line in '36, but people
opted to pay more for roll down windows instead of side curtains.
Today we'd all love the cool look of the Phaeton, and it's
especially in-demand because it has the kind of rarity that many
people didn't even know it exists. This pre-war Ford has gone
through a restoration about 1,500 miles ago, and you can really see
the quality. It's much more than the way the tan paint looks so
period-correct, or how the red pinstripe nicely matches the wheels.
To understand the quality, just look at how all of the 80-year-old
steel retains its sleek lines, or how the doors can still easily be
open and shut with confidence. All the details are right on this
one, including the waterfall chrome grille, etched chrome bumpers
with center dip curve, and even the Ford V8 hubcaps. Yes, that is
the cool, sleek, greyhound hood ornament that gives the premium
image this car deserves.
The gorgeous condition of brown leather interior was a product of
the investment in restoration. The comfortable rows of bench seats
look as inviting as you favorite easy chair. A beautiful
banjo-style steering wheel, big round gauges with a gorgeous period
look, and a nicely woodgrained dashboard all help with the upscale
feel. This car is equipped with a very rare AM radio, which was
rebuilt so it can be hooked up and enjoyed. As you look over all
the details, you begin to realize this is more than a parade car,
but a genuinely comfortable, desirable vintage cruiser.
Everyone from outlaws and enthusiasts love Ford's awesome 221 cubic
inch flathead V8. The tidy engine bay looks authentic enough to
make us wonder if this is the original motor. More importantly,
these V8s gave Ford an unbeatable reputation of a powerful
personality that had a masterful amount of power and torque on tap.
It can happily cruises at 55 MPH with that great classic exhaust
note as your favorite soundtrack. The three-speed manual
transmission shifts easily with light clutch action. And with the
smooth operation of the well serviced V8, this one has one of the
best and most authentic pre-war driving cars around. The whitewall
tires hide a more modern tread design, and plenty of it, so get out
and enjoy the classic and rare Ford!
Strikingly handsome with the top up or down, this Phaeton is a
great way to have an American classic while looking stunningly
different. With only 5,555 originally built, you'll be hard pressed
to find another one this good. Call today!!