"Ford is making history in 1937 by offering a choice of two V-type
8 cylinder engine sizes in the same big modern car. They give you
top performance or top economy, according to your needs. The
85-horespower engine provides flashing power and pick-up at low
prices, plus greater fuel economy than ever. The 60 horsepower
engine, first developed for Europe, delivers smooth V8 performance
and more miles per gallon than any Ford ever built." From a 1937
print ad.
For consignment, a 1937 Ford 85 Deluxe coupe with a title verified
23,231 actual miles. The first question new stewards of '37 Fords
get is which engine? But no need here as this street rod now packs
a 302ci V8 and no doubt, putting out more than 85 horsepower!
Exterior
Here's a strikingly beautiful rod that shines bright with two stage
Lightning Blue paint and icy smooth panels made smoother by the
removal of emblems, the shaving of door handles, and the Frenching
of the tail lights. The forward cant of the C-pillar, the slight
rake to the stance, the grille forward design all make this car
look like it's moving while standing still. The body hunkers down
over showy Foose wheels, 17's in front, 20's in back, wrapped in
staggered sized ZR rated 45 series tires with an early 2019 date
code. The waistline is accentuated by a nice bit of stainless that
runs end to end and delineates where the chopped top begins.
Imperfections include numerous little chips throughout, pitting on
the chrome wheels, cracking paint on the rocker, a sizable blemish
on the rear quarter, and some random scratches.
Interior
Virtually any color would work with this blue on the inside, and
our builder chose gray as the inner palette, beginning on the door
panels where cloth and carpet soften the sides and cloth buckets
seats with velour bolsters occupy the cabin. It's monochromatically
gray up front too where the steering fronts a clean dashboard and
its row of Speedhut white gauges. A custom center console houses an
AM/FM/CD radio, A/C knobs, and eventually, the QuickSilver shifter
wearing a gray boot. Plush gray carpet below is mirrored by the
velour headliner above and it's all in great shape. Attention was
also given to the trunk that is completely finished with gray
carpet.
Drivetrain
Fitting nicely in the engine compartment is a clean 302ci V8,
fueled by a 4-barrel carburetor and mated to a C4 3-speed automatic
transmission. Out back, it's a Ford 9" axle that accepts the spin
and horsepower from the driveshaft. Headers, power brakes, power
steering, and air conditioning are on board and the car, of course,
runs on a 12 volt system.
Undercarriage
Impressively clean underneath with lots of painted and polished
parts. The dual exhaust runs through FlowMaster mufflers and exits
discreetly behind the rear apron. Brakes are here as power disc up
front and power drum in back while suspension includes a Mustang II
front end with coil over and a 4 link with coilovers in back.
Drive-Ability
A beautiful machine that runs well too? Yes! Not to mention a
comfortable interior, compact and easy to cool on hot days. If you
get tired of listening to that pleasing exhaust note, you can crank
the tunes of your choice! After careful analysis, we determine that
all functions on this nice build work as intended. While Classic
Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time
of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be
working at the time of your purchase.
You've thought about it. Moving the Camry to the driveway and
putting something cool in the garage. Something with classic lines
but modern amenities. Something that will turn heads wherever it
goes. Something that even the kids will enjoy. Well, ladies and
gentlemen, here you go!
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price. All prices are before
state, city and county tax, tag, title and license fees. Out of
state buyers are responsible for all state, county, city taxes and
fees, as well as title/registration fees in the state that the
vehicle will be registered. Classic Auto Mall is not responsible
for errors and omissions. Please verify listings with dealer.
Vehicles may require VIN verification and/or safety and emissions
inspections to transfer ownership and register the vehicle in the
declared state of residence. Please check with your local DMV
office to ensure compliance with your states titling and
registration process.
With so many great cars, you know we have a lot to talk about, and
we do that each week on the Classic Auto Mall Podcast with host
Stewart Howden. Stewart discusses new inventory as well as trends
in consignments and car prices, while interviewing celebrities and
automotive professionals about amazing cars and their history. Tune
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