To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION WITHOUT RESERVE at RM Sothebys' Arizona
event, 17 - 18 January 2019.
Estimate:
$110,000 - $140,000
- Formerly of the Nick Alexander Woodie Collection
- Concours-quality restoration
- Features desirable Columbia overdrive
In 1939, Ford's Standard and DeLuxe station wagons were readily
distinguishable from one another. The standard used 1938-style
front fenders, and a grille based on the 1938 DeLuxe configuration,
but with a more distinctive upper section and hood side panels.
Other differences were mostly cosmetic. The basic price of the
DeLuxe wagon was just $85 more than the Standard, so most customers
opted for the additional features, making Standard versions quite
rare.
In concert with other 1939 Fords, they were the first to use
hydraulic brakes and the last available only with floor shift. They
had another distinction: the last to use Murray-built bodies. At
the end of the model year, the assembly process was transferred to
Ford's timber operations in Iron Mountain, Michigan.
This 1939 Ford Standard station wagon was restored by the renowned
Nick Alexander Woodie Collection in 2009. A solid Alabama car to
start with, it has been completely refinished, the wood showing
only the slightest discoloration under new varnish. The metal body
has excellent contours, and the new black paint has a deep shine.
The brightwork is excellent throughout, and the glass is all-new
script black-edged material. The top is new black artificial
leather.
The seats have been reupholstered in authentic dark brown
artificial leather, and the floors have new black rubber mats. The
dashboard is restored walnut wood-grain, and all details of
instruments and hardware have been attended to. The engine and
chassis have been thoroughly reconditioned and refinished. Like all
Alexander collection cars, it has the optional Columbia overdrive
axle for maximum flexibility and comfort. It has been impeccably
maintained by the current owner since acquisition.
Ford built just 2,513 Standard station wagons in 1939. This is a
rare chance to acquire a virtually new example.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction,
please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/az19.
