Vehicle Description
After World War II, American automakers faced both a challenge and
an opportunity. The market for new automobiles was at its peak as
never before, but at the same time, competition was fiercer than
ever. Virtually every automaker was returning to post-war
production with dated 1942 designs making it crucial for companies
like Nash Motors to introduce something innovative. Nash responded
with the Ambassador Suburban, a car that, while not intended to
sell in large quantities, was designed to attract customers to the
showrooms with its distinctive style and luxury. The Nash
Ambassador, a long-running model produced from 1927 to 1957,
evolved through multiple generations and various body styles,
including two-door, four-door, convertible, and both long and short
wheelbases. Among these, the 1947 Nash Ambassador Suburban stands
out for its luxurious 'woodie' styling, a hallmark of its era. This
four-door fastback sedan featured gorgeous two-tone stained ash
framing and mahogany wood panels supplied by Mitchell-Bentley,
making it the most expensive production car made by Nash at the
time. Nash built only 1,000 examples of the Suburban between 1946
and 1948. Discussions among the Nash fanbase community online
estimate that there are fewer than twenty examples remaining. This
generation of Ambassador is recognized as the Nash 600, earning its
name from the advertised ability to travel 600 miles on one tank of
gasoline. It debuted in 1941, but like other automakers of the time
Nash was given orders by the Federal government to suspend
passenger car production during World War II, from 1942 to 1945.
When Nash was able to manufacture cars again, they continued with
their popular 1940s slipstream design. Due to the scarcity of parts
and the urgency to purchase new cars, many customers readily
accepted prewar designs as the aging and neglected vehicles on the
road needed replacement. Unique and exceptionally well-presented,
this 1947 Nash Ambassador Suburban has been meticulously restored;
a true nut-and-bolt restoration in every sense of the term. The
body is finished in a lovely period-correct shade of Arlington
Light Gray with a maroon interior, a very handsome combination when
combined with the beautifully restored two-tone wood. Panel fits
are exemplary, and the woodwork has been lovingly refinished to a
warm luster. Under the hood lies the robust 235-cid overhead valve
112-hp six-cylinder engine mated to a three-speed manual
transmission with overdrive. Engine bay detailing is executed to
the same high standard as the rest of this wonderful Nash. The car
boasts five brand-new whitewall bias-ply tires mounted on its
original 16" chrome-capped wheels. Continuing with the thorough
restoration of this Ambassador's interior, most of the car's
original features have been retained, apart from the door panels,
which have been converted to beautiful exposed stained wood. This
alteration emphasizes and extends the woodie experience into the
interior of the car. It still boasts its lovely maroon leather
upholstery seats and wood grain finished trim, while the carpet has
been modernized with a high-quality maroon colored loop material,
enhancing durability, and giving it new life. The engine-turned
dash is original to the car, providing an authentic Art Deco
influence, while surrounding the signature Weather Eye conditioned
air system. This system, trademarked by Nash Motors, was the first
mass-marketed conditioned air system to utilize hot engine coolant
as a heat source. It is characterized by a cowl-mounted outside air
receiver that passes fresh air through a heater core, providing
warm air for the interior of the vehicle. Another unique feature of
the car is the novel fold-down rear seat, which allows occupants to
tuck their legs into the trunk area, converting it into a sleeping
area-an innovation exclusive to Nash at the time. Lastly, the car
comes with the original owner's manual and sales brochure, and has
been registered by FIVA, with a registration code sticker on the
windshield. FIVA is a worldwide organization dedicated to the
protection, preservation, and promotion of historic vehicles. A
FIVA registration code is issued to an owner who has provided
detailed information on the history of their vehicle, technical
information, any modifications made, and other crucial details.
Once these details have been checked by the Authorized National
Federation and the vehicle has been inspected to confirm the
accuracy of the information, FIVA issues a registration number. As
one of the few remaining examples in existence, this 1947 Nash
Ambassador Suburban stands as a testament to American automotive
ingenuity and craftsmanship of its time. Meticulously restored to
its original glory, this Ambassador Suburban continues to captivate
audiences, ensuring that its legacy endures for generations to
come. Offers welcome and trades considered For additional details
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