Vehicle Description
Solid older restoration. 12 volt electrical system. Great-running
flathead V8. 3-speed manual with working overdrive. Newer wide
whitewall radial tires. Nicely accessorized. Iconic post-war Ford
that's built for cruising.There are many who will argue that the
1949 Ford was the car that saved the company. Shockingly modern, it
ushered in a new era in design and created a car that still looks
modern and contemporary today. For 1950, little was changed,
keeping the 'bullet nose' grille and venerable flathead V8, which
was still a great way to get around. Finished in traditional Ford
Maroon, this attractive 2-door sedan is as familiar as your own
kitchen. It has been tastefully modified in the style of a 1950s
cruiser, including a windshield visor, functional lake pipes, and
spinner hubcaps, not to mention some artful pinstriping, and that's
a look that will always be in style. Finish quality is quite good
and the bodywork underneath is straight and solid with no evidence
that this was ever a rusty car. The doors close with a
precise-sounding thunk and the hood snugs down easily. Nice chrome
and stainless trim accentuates the important parts, making this
2-door look every bit a product of the 1950s. The interior
continues the traditional theme with pleated gray vinyl on the
original seats, making it feel bright and spacious inside. The big
ivory-colored steering wheel makes the Ford a breeze to handle, and
the dashboard has been dressed with matching pinstripes. New door
panels were created to match, as well as fresh carpets on the
floor, so obviously someone was spending good money on this build.
A few toggle switches under the dash manage things like the
overdrive and chassis lighting, and there's an aftermarket
turn-signal switch on the column. The factory gauges are
operational even with the 12-volt electrical system and a modern
AM/FM/CD stereo head unit has been neatly installed under the
original AM radio. Other accessories include a heater, a cooling
fan for the driver, and a 'trafficator' on top of the dash, which
gives you the ability to see overhead stoplights despite the
low-hanging visor. The back seat is as spacious as the front,
making this an easy 4-passenger cruiser, and the massive trunk has
been upholstered to match. Nice!For many enthusiasts, there's just
nothing like a vintage Ford flathead V8. The one in this car is a
239 cubic inch unit with 8BA heads, just the right combination to
make it feel torquey and lively on the road. It still inhales
through a single carburetor, but that doesn't seem to hold it
back?there's plenty of punch at almost any speed. The alternator
perched up high is your tipoff that this car now runs a 12-volt
electrical system, and it sure spins the starter with vigor! New
wiring, a big radiator, and a fresh tune-up help ensure
reliability. The transmission is the original 3-speed manual with
overdrive, and the system is easy to use for relaxed highway
cruising. It also delivers a traditional Ford V8 soundtrack thanks
to a dual exhaust system with glasspack-style mufflers and real,
functional lake pipes with caps if you want to run wide open. The
suspension is stock and the rear axle is the original unit with
what we believe are 4.10 gears inside?part of the reason this car
feels so punchy around town. And with a flick of a switch, the
undercarriage is bathed in red LED lighting, just for some extra
attention. Factory wheels wear accessory 'spinner' hubcaps and a
recent set of 215/70/15 Diamondback wide whitewall radial tires for
the perfect look and improved handling.Driving this car, I realized
that by 1950, they had cars figured out pretty well. This handsome
Ford is easy to drive, keeps up with traffic, and always attracts
attention out on the road. If you're a little nostalgic, this
Custom should hit all the high notes. Add in a reasonable price,
and you get a turn-key car that you can show with pride. Call
today!Harwood Motors always recommends and welcomes personal or
professional inspections of any vehicle in our inventory prior to
purchase.
