For Sale: 1947 Ford Sedan Delivery in Loomis, California

This 1947 Ford Sedan Delivery is powered by a Flathead 239ci V8 mated to a three-speed manual transmission. Finished in Wine Burgundy over a gray cloth interior, this former museum piece is now offered by the selling dealer with the original owner's manual, California Highway Patrol VIN verification statement, repair receipts, original California plates, purchase agreement and sales listing from Volo Auto Museum, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Originally used at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base in Dayton, OH
• Utilized in multiple movies and limited series including Rules Don't Apply 
• Formerly showcased at Volo Auto Museum in Illinois 

Ownership History                                                                            

• Offered by a private seller
• Current location: California 

EXTERIOR

• Wine Burgundy paint 
• Split windshield 
• Dual chrome side mirrors
• Chrome brightwork 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 16-inch steel wheels 
  • Ford hubcaps
• 215/70 Falken Sinerca Touring A/S radial tires 

INTERIOR

• Gray cloth upholstery 
• Bench seat 
• Wood floor 
• AM radio (inoperable)
• Clock (inoperable)
• Floor-mounted storage
• Column-mounted manual shifter  

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 100-mph speedometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Battery 
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 46,531 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• Flathead 239ci V8
  • 100 horsepower at 3,800 rpm 
  • Two-barrel carburetor 
  • Electric fuel pump 

Transmission

• Three-speed manual 

Service History Highlights 

• Carburetor rebuilt and electric fuel pump installed in 2024

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                              

• Drum brakes 
• Single-exit exhaust system 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Surface rust visible on undercarriage
• Small dings on doors
• Paint damage spots seen on hood
• Several areas of paint bubbling on exterior
• Horn, clock, and radio are inoperable
• Paint imperfection on rear door and upper rear door hinge
• Other minor cosmetic blemishes on exterior

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Original owner's manual
• California Highway Patrol VIN verification statement
• Repair receipts
• Original California plates
• Purchase agreement from Volo Auto Museum 
• Listing from Volo Auto Museum