Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics is proud to present an absolutely exceptional
example of this completely rust free and recently fully restored
1951 Ford Custom DeLuxe 2 Door 6 Passenger Convertible with it's
239 cu in Flathead V8 engine matched to a 3 speed column shift
transmission with factory Overdrive and a Power hydraulic soft top.
The restoration was reportedly completed some 1400 miles ago when
the odometer was set to zero, and the odometer now reads 1,405
miles. The car received an excellent paint job professionally
completed in 'Pale Yellow' and the car boasts a completely restored
interior with high quality wool carpets, restored metal dashboard,
a new canvas soft top and all new stainless trim and body moldings
amp; all new chrome with all new suspension, wiring and
mechanics.The car was nicely factory optioned with original factory
options of the car including: 239 CID 2 BBL V8 engine; power
hydraulic soft top; 3 speed manual transmission with optional
Overdrive ($180); original push button AM radio ($85); Whitewall
tires ($25); heater amp; defroster ($70) amp; electric clock ($15).
The floor boards, trunk and all the typical rust-prone areas are
completely solid and rust-free and the car has had no signs of any
accidents - obviously an always garaged and cherished car since
new!After their 1949 revolutionary redesign, Fords received only
minor updates for 1950. Ford's facelift for 1951 included a new
"dual spinner" grille, larger capacity fuel pump, waterproof
ignition system to prevent shorts from moisture and chromed
windsplits ahead of twin point tail-lights. Overall quality had
already been much improved over the hastily assembled '49's with
bodies and frames strengthened, handling upgraded and the V8 engine
quieted. The Custom lineup had a revised grille, new steering wheel
horn ring, push-button door handles and the gas filler now located
behind a hinged flap. Whitewalls, trim rings and ribbed fender
skirts were all extra cost options as was the heater amp;
defroster, clock and radio.It is of note that America's newest and
finest automatic transmission and Ford's first, the 3 speed
Ford-o-matic transmission was introduced in 1951, with the 3 speed
manual with or without Overdrive transmission remaining an
option.This particular fully restored example looks extremely
impressive in it's repainted 'Pale Yellow' color paint and the
interior is most likely better than when new! ! All the chromework
and brightwork has been restored and the original spare wheel with
it's jack is in the trunk. The 239 Flathead V8 engine is extremely
strong and this particular car drives magnificently - must be
driven to be fully appreciated - drives straight as an arrow with
no strange road wobbles, shakes or rattles - a truly remarkable
daily driver that will give any modern day car a run for it's
money! This is a rare opportunity to own a great daily driving and
never abused example of an obviously always garaged and rust free
1951 Ford Custom DeLuxe convertible in recently fully restored
condition throughout! This is one very desirable car for any
classic American car enthusiast or Ford collector to add to his
collection and a sure-fire investment that's sure to appreciate
over the years for any classic American car collector!