Make: | Ford |
Model: | Other |
Trim: | Deluxe |
Year: | 1939 |
Mileage: | 57,816 |
VIN: | 185045517 |
Color: | Black |
Engine: | Flathead V8 |
Cylinders: | 8 |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Transmission: | Manual |
Drive type: | RWD |
Interior color: | Gray |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Item location: | Trenton, New Jersey, United States |
This is a great example of a 1939 Ford Deluxe V8 Model 91A 2 –door sedan. It was purchased from the Leith Collection; this beautiful automobile was sold new in Texas and used in the mountains of North Carolina to run “white lighting”. As was typical of a moonshine ca, the engine was modified to outrun the law. Legend has it that this car was never “caught” –always outrunning the revenuers – and the owner attributed his success (and luck) to the silver horse shoe he attached to the grill over 60 years ago which remains with the car today!
The body and interior were restored over 15 years ago. Both show very little wear. The body fitment and black paint are exceptional. No bondo or accident repair is evident. The interior is correct and beautifully fresh. The flathead V8 was recently tuned and runs strong and smooth as it should. It retains the vintage Edelbrock heads which were affixed to this beauty during its “rum running” days.
The 1937-1939 Fords are iconic and known to be one of the most beautifully styled automobiles of their time. The 1939’s were the best of the bunch due to the introduction of hydraulic brakes. The art deco style of the exterior continues to the interior, from its banjo-style steering wheel to its wood-grained door frames garnished with ivory plastic inserts. With its colorful history, this fine automobile is a piece of Americana, and will give the new owner many miles of enjoyment for years to come.
Vehicle is in overall excellent condition for its age. There are very minor imperfections such as the emergency brake not working properly. Please call us for a complete walk around of the vehicle prior to bidding. We will be more than happy to answer any and all questions that you may have. More detailed photos are available upon request. Or specific photos can be requested if it is one that we do not have. You can call Mike or Max at (609)585-0007 or call/text (609)915-2495.
Vehicle is being sold AS-IS by Eastern Auto Exchange, LLC. Eastern Auto Exchange LLC is a fully licensed, insured, and bonded used car dealer for the state of NJ located at 1405 Kuser Rd. Hamitlon, NJ 08619. We reserve the right to end the auction at any time as the vehicle is for sale locally as well. Buyer is responsible for shipping, although we will help assist as much as we can with the shipping arrangements. A $500 non-refundable deposit is required within 24 hours of auction ending via credit card or Paypal. Full payment due within 7 days. Cash or certified bank check.
We encourage all interested parties to ask any and all questions prior to auction ending.
On Jan-04-17 at 09:35:38 PST, seller added the following information:
Any buyer that is a NJ state resident will be required to pay NJ sales tax (6.875%) on the final purchase price of the vehicle.