Vehicle Description
In 1941 the country was gearing up for war, and this involved car
companies as well. Production was slowed, and in 1942 actually shut
down for a few years to contribute to the war effort. As a result,
examples of this car may vary from even car to car, due to limited
parts, there were substitutions. The changes from 1941 to 1942 were
very limited, and sometimes due to a swap of available parts on a
particular run. So, during this time there were many "few off" cars
which would become very rare.
For consignment an AACA Senior Badge and Grand National Badge car
from a restoration the occurred about 20 years ago. Also, a movie
star as consigner states that this car was used in the Jane Fonda
Movie "The Doll Maker". The car did not win an Oscar though!
Exterior
Still in excellent condition, original color maroon paint covers
all the steel panels that are fairly straight and true. The
accessory bumper guards and wings, fender moldings, door handles,
grille, light bezels, and window trims are all in good to excellent
condition and shine brightly. Wide whites frame Ford deep dish rims
and moon hubcaps. A beautiful black canvas convertible top with red
piping, and a zippered rear window sit atop the maroon. Note that
the top did not go up and down effortlessly, which led us to
believe that the fluid that aids its mechanical movement, may be
low.
Interior
Matching maroon artificial leather covers the interior seating and
is correct for the period. The same material covers the door
panels, and all Bakelite knobs as well as chromed cranks are there
and accounted for. Fronting this duo of benches is a nicely done
wood grained dash with cream Bakelite trim. The original steering
wheel also in Bakelite is in excellent condition. Red carpet covers
all floors and is stain free and fluffy. A note on the trunk as it
is paneled with painted pressed board and has a rubber lining that
sits in front of a new spare tire.
Drivetrain
Equipping this car is the original 90hp Flathead V8 engine, which
is very clean and well maintained. Attached is a 3-speed
transmission which shifts on the column...3 on the tree!)
Undercarriage
Solid, sturdy, rust free, and slightly patina, the undercarriage
looks very nice for this show winner.
Time has passed, and this car has stayed the very same as when it
received a quality restoration 20-30 years ago. Still presents like
new and runs beautifully.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 300 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.