Details About Our 1935 Ford For Sale:
This beautifully kept, 1935 Ford V8-48 Deluxe Convertible Sedan is
finished in classic Black over a Tan Naugahyde imitation leather
interior and accented nicely with Tacoma Cream colored 32-spoke
wire-spoke wheels and body accent stripes! All of which is further
complemented by its tan Stayfast canvass folding convertible top
and matching boot cover. Powering this vintage Ford is its original
late-1936 221ci V8-48 Flathead engine featuring 21-stud cast iron
heads & Stromberg 94 downdraft carburetor and 3-speed manual
transmission (factory rated 90 horsepower and 144 ft. lbs. of
torque!) Options on this Deluxe model include a rear mounted spare
tire, outside rearview mirror, original AM radio head (no radio),
dual chrome horns, heater (not presently functional), cowl
ventilation, correct Kelsey Hayes wire wheels fitted with Firestone
Deluxe Champion 6.00-16" wide whitewall tires, hubcaps, and trim
rings, a clock on locking glove box door, carpeted interior, and
locking gas cap. Additional notable upgrades include an oil
pressure gauge under the dash, an electric fuel pump, and an
oversized interior rearview mirror.
This car possesses an all-steel Ford body and fenders showcasing a
restoration completed in 1998 by the former owner, Charlie Ray of
Sunrise Beach, MO owner for 24 years. It was located in a covered
garage in 1997 in all-original condition then owned by Curtis
"Bill" Dunning of Marble Hill, MO. (Refer to vehicle photo gallery
above) Having been off the road for many years, it would require
full mechanical reconditioning. Charlie would begin with new wiring
harnesses and choose to seek a late 1936 221ci engine block for the
benefit of insert bearing before rebuilding the entire engine. He
would also contribute new exterior paint and a new convertible top
with boot cover in April of 1999, but left the factory cloth
interior intact.
It would be driven only sparingly since his efforts to get it back
on the road. In 2006, the suspension was freshened, new axle/shaft
seals were installed, axle bearings, new wheel bearings, and brake
shoes were replaced and readjusted for confident stopping. It
continues to start easily, runs very smoothly, and drives with
precise transmission shifts. The family would retain this Ford
Model 48 Deluxe Convertible Sedan for 18 months after Charlie's
passing in March 2020. It would finally trade hands but remain in
the southwest part of Missouri with two other collectors from 2021
forward. The latter of which finally elected to reupholster the
interior seating surfaces.
It presents a superb opportunity for a savvy investor to own a
remarkably rare car with very drivable attributes! It would be
Ford's rarest production vehicle of 1935 with just 3,441 examples
ever produced! It will also come with ownership records dating back
to 1980, a convertible boot cover, and photographs of when it was
pulled from the garage in 1997. (Refer to vehicle photo gallery
above) This vintage Ford is ready to enjoy as-is or would be a
strong candidate for a future restoration. Either way, one would be
proud to show it locally!
Contact Jon Faust at (314)993-1330 to schedule a test drive.
History About Ford's 1935 Model 48:
One of the most iconic designs to leave Ford, nearing the final
year of the original 221ci V8, and arguably one of the most
collectible amongst many Ford enthusiasts, the 1935 model year
highlights many great improvements for Ford. The chassis retained
the 112" wheelbase with mechanical brakes and transverse leaf
suspension, the softer curvier body shape grew in length by seven
inches and wider by 2 inches. The doors were now forward hinged
departing from the suicide doors of the past. This provided a
distinctly new overall design in which buyers welcomed!
Contact Jon Faust to learn more about this beautiful classic or to
ask about financing and trading options - (314) 993-1330 | (800)
957-5707 | email
[email protected]
