1935 Ford Model 48 4-Door Convertible Sedan

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1935 Ford Model 48 4-Door Convertible -

TheModel 48was an update onFord'sV8-powered Model 40A, he company's main product. Introduced in 1935, he Model 48 was given a cosmetic refresh annually, egetting the1937 Fordbefore being thoroughly redesigned for1941. The 1935 Ford's combination of price, racticality, nd looks vaulted the company ahead of rivalChevroletfor the sales crown that year, ith 820,000 sold.The 1935 Ford was a thorough refresh on the popularV8-powered Ford. Thefour-cylinderModel Aengine was no longer offered, eaving just the 221CID (3.6L)V8to power every Ford car and truck. The transverseleaf springsuspension remained, ut the front spring was relocated ahead of the axle to allow more interior volume. The body was lowered and new "Center-Poise" seating improved comfort.Visually, he 1935 Ford was much more modern with the grille pushed forward and made more prominent by de-emphasized and more-integrated fenders. A major advance was a true integrated trunk on "trunkback" sedans, hough the traditional "flatback" was also offered. Outdated body styles like the Victoria were also deleted for the year.Two trim lines were offered, tandard and DeLuxe, cross a number of body styles including a baseroadster, ive-windowcoupe, hree-window coupe, udor and Fordorsedansin flatback or trunkback versions, convertible sedan, woodystation wagon, nd newModel 51truck.Rumble seatswere optional on coupe model. An oil pressure gauge($4) and two windshield wipers were optional.[1]If one got the optional radio, t replaced the ash tray.

T​his fine automobile is an older restoration showing some use. Original Flathead 221 V-8, spd. transmission, td. drive train. Nice leather seat upolstery, ice top. Always stored in climate controlled garage. Recently rebuilt carburetor and distributor. New sealed style water pumps, oses and belts. Runs like a well oiled machine. Very nice and solid automobile. Only 4234 Built and originally sold for $750.00 in 1935.This is a rare opportunity to own this very rare automobile. Thanks For Looking!