1941 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe – V8 Flathead Stroker, Columbia Overdrive, Documented History
Description: If you know, you know. The 1941 Ford Super Deluxe Business Coupe is widely considered one of the most iconic American designs of its era, a true pre-war classic that marked a turning point in automotive styling before WWII paused production.
A Car with a Story
The most recent caretaker wasn’t just any owner, he was a retired Air Force pilot and engineering project manager.
The kind of person who doesn’t cut corners.
The kind of person who documents everything.
The kind of person who builds things to last.
He bought this car to reconnect with his youth, with a very specific goal in mind: One day, drive it from Virginia to California.
That intention shows in every detail of the build.
Highlights
Rare Super Deluxe Business Coupe with optional rear jump seat
Flawless interior
One repaint (older) with a beautiful, honest patina look
Straight, solid body
Only minor flaw: small rust spot (quarter–half dollar size) on rear quarter near trunk edge
Flawless light tan interior - pictured
Drivetrain & Performance (Over $14K Invested)
Built not just to show, but to go the distance:
286ci Flathead Stroker V8
Offenhauser aluminum heads
Triple carb setup (3x2)
Chrome alternator
New exhaust system
$8,100 documented engine rebuild
Receipts included
Rear End:
Fully rebuilt Columbia overdrive
Over $6,500 invested
Receipts included
Mechanical Condition
Converted to 12V
Starts right up and purrs
3-on-the-tree manual – smooth, easy shifts
Everything gone through - turnkey and ready
Built with confidence for long-distance driving
Ownership History
Barn find ~50 years ago
30-year ownership by one caretaker
10-year restoration period by next owner
Last 12 years with meticulous Air Force pilot / engineer
Hundreds of receipts and records included
Additional Details
Period-correct performance upgrades
Extensive use of NOS parts
Rechromed bumpers
New tires
New battery
A highly original, tastefully upgraded 1941 Ford Super Deluxe Business Coupe with:
Strong flathead stroker
Rare Columbia overdrive
Lots of documentation
