Want to see a great example of post-World War II automotive style? Then look no further than this 1946 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe. This is a sharp vintage ride, featuring a whole host of aesthetic details, starting up front with its long, tapered hood crowned by a nicely detailed hood ornament and an intricate front grille that was extensively redesigned the very year this cruiser came out. The stone guards mounted on the rear quarter panels add a bit of contrast while also protecting the adjacent sheet metal from road hazards. Clad in an appealing shade of blue, this Ford classic has come through the years in good shape. The paint itself shows some well-earned patina that provides a bit of additional character, but if you choose to freshen it up, you'll be starting with a well-aligned body as a canvas.
Inside, the spacious interior appears surprisingly fresh, and wears a striking blue and gray color scheme that's quite a departure from the more basic shades this model featured before going on hiatus because of the war. Both the split bench front seat and the rear bench seat look downright plush, and the door panels to each side remain firmly attached. Up front, the factory steering wheel is still perched on the column, and the gauges just beyond it are surprisingly clear. The surrounding dash really presents well, and check out all the art deco-inspired details and that generously sized clock at its center.
Beneath that prominent hood waits a 239 cubic-inch flathead V8 that represented the most potent engine option Ford offered for this classic. It sits in a nicely maintained engine bay, with no grime in sight. A closer inspection will reveal an assortment of fresh-looking hoses, belts, and wiring, providing a good indication that this coupe has received proper attention. That attention has paid dividends, without a doubt. This Super Deluxe starts up promptly, idles smoothly, and accelerates with no issues. Once on the road, it tracks nicely as well, resulting in road manners that are truly hard to come by in a nearly 80-year-old ride.
HIGHLIGHTS 239 CUBIC-INCH FLATHEAD V8 ENGINE 1-BARREL CARBURETOR 3-SPEED "3 ON THE TREE" MANUAL TRANSMISSION PERIOD-CORRECT MECHANICAL DRUM BRAKES UPGRADED ALTERNATOR FOR A MORE DEPENDABLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FACTORY 15" WHEELS WITH PERIOD-CORRECT BIAS PLY TIRES STYLISH BLUE EXTERIOR GREAT COLLECTION OF CHROME AND BADGING SHARP BLUE AND GRAY INTERIOR ORNATE, ART DECO-INSPIRED DASH WITH LOTS OF GREAT DETAILS SPLIT BENCH FRONT SEAT VINYL AND CLOTH UPHOLSTERY
This stylish post-war classic cruises on a set of 15" factory wheels outfitted with bias ply white wall tires to maintain just the right period-correct look. A glance below will reassure you just how solid this car is, with no rust in sight and the prominent X-brace still holding the frame straight and true. Not many cars from the '40s can offer the strong running form and structural condition of this 1946 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe. Call today!
