Vehicle Description
West Coast Classics are proud to present a very rare and beautiful
older restoration example of a climate controlled facility since
being restored all original 1937 Henry Ford steel 2 door 85HP V8
Deluxe Cabriolet with original wood grained dash amp; cabriolet
roll up windows. Flathead V8 with 85HP. Very desirable and correct
example which was recently acquired from a private collection.A
beautiful restoration in wonderful colors of classic 'Washington
Blue' over an absolutely beautiful Tan leather interior. Numerous
correct finishes throughout with many factory and period
accessories. A rare body style at its very finest.By 1934, Ford
blanketed much of the automobile market, offering a wide range of
no fewer than 12 distinct models to the buying public. Available
models ranged from basic coupes, roadsters, and two-door sedans to
more luxurious and well-appointed cabriolets, convertible sedans,
and four-door sedans. Most importantly, Ford put high-quality
automobiles within reach of ordinary Americans with low prices and
rock-solid reliability.While some buyers might have only been able
to afford a basic four-cylinder, two-door coupe priced from $465,
the handsome $590 V-8 cabriolet was one of the upscale models that
brought them into Ford showrooms. Equipped with roll-up windows and
a snug cloth top, the cabriolet combined comfortable and complete
appointments with the performance benefits of Fords steadily
refined 85-hp V-8 engine and sturdy yet lightweight construction.By
1936 Fords received a handsome facelift that included a graceful V
shaped grille with vertical bars with the horns now hidden behind
front fender mounted grilles. Wire spokes were replaced across the
line by new 'artillery style' wheels but the sole powerplant
remained the 221 cubic inch 85 horsepower flathead V8. By 1937, as
per the industry trend, the Fords became even more streamlined with
the headlamps incorporated into the front fender aprons and the
prominently V grille was stretched and sloped backwards. Fenders
were curvier and more streamlined also. A smaller displacement V8
rated at 60HP was now offered on all but the DeLuxe models, aimed
at buyers looking for a standard size car that was cheaper to run
although these engines proved to be underpowered compared to the
DeLuxe's 85.The 1937 V8 85HP DeLuxe cabriolet offered here is
beautifully presented in probably the most striking of color
combinations; 'Washington Blue' with a stunning Tan leather
interior in the correct pattern, exceptional wood-grained trim
(including the dashboard and window turns), and proper Ford script
glass in the side windows and back window. The bodywork is
impressively straight, with fresh welting and rubber seats, and the
brightwork, including both chrome and stainless, is very
attractive. Its engine bay has an excellent, stock appearance, with
an original air cleaner and generator, factory manifolds and
exhaust, and proper detailing down to the correct hose clamps.
Desirable accessories fitted included a jewel cigar lighter,
rear-view mirror, original Ford clock, chrome bumper guards, as
well as matching 'Washington Blue' stock V8 hub caps with trim
rings.This rust free 1937 Ford Deluxe Cabriolet is equipped with
full-length running boards on each side, the side hood panels are
vented, and the front and rear bumpers, headlight rings, sideview
mirrors, and door handles are chrome-finished and whitewall tires
are mounted on all four cornersThis original all-steel 1937 Ford
Deluxe Cabriolet is powered by a rebuilt 221ci Flathead V8 85
paired with a floor mounted 3-speed manual transmission. A very
fine example that will please even the most devout Ford enthusiast,
this is among the nicest 1937 Ford cabriolets available, with an
impressive, correct look that makes it a standout even among the
rarefied few.
