1947 FORD maroon tudor

1947 Ford Tudor.

I purchased this car from a man who restored it some years back. I believe he owned it for close to 30 years. When I purchased the car it was my intention to use it for touring until I finished my another vintage Ford. Now that car is running and I have a new project. I need the space more than I need the car. I believe these old cars need to be driven and I drive it at least once a week long enough to keep the seals lubricated and working. I have driven the car up and down the west coast and into Canada. When looking for a car I would ask the sellers if I could fly in and drive it home to the opposite coast. That is when the excuses usually start. This gentleman responded “absolutely”. This car was restored from a solid survivor. It’s not a pieced together junker that was cosmetically restored to turn a quick buck. The car comfortably cruises at 60 to 70 mph, stops and handles well. I installed duals with glass pack mufflers. Other than then dual exhaust and an auxiliary electric fuel pump, the car is stock. The previous owner told me over the phone that it was not a show car but I believe he did say he placed in the touring class of several national meets. The car draws attention wherever I go and it shows well at the local cruises and show and shines. This is a car you can take the family and go as far as your heart desires. I would not hesitate to leave today for any destination on this continent.

The interior is a correct reproduction from Lebaron Bonney. The radio was recently rebuilt and worked fine till I messed with the antenna and now it needs a new antenna cable. The clock was replaced but does not keep correct time. The person who rebuilt it will repair it at no cost. The heater and defroster work as do the windshield wipers. The trunk has been restored as well and includes a spare tire and wheel.

The exterior is clean and rust free. I have not seen any indication of previous accidents or rust repair. The paint is the correct original color and shows well but is not perfect. The original color still shows in the trunk and door jams. The chrome and stainless is bright and shiny. The glass is good and all windows operate. The car comes with white wall bias tires but I have a set of new chrome wheels and radials that could be purchased separately.

I am not an expert on the authenticity of old Ford automobiles and don’t want to represent myself as one. However, this car looks like a very authentic original car to me and any of the general public who has seen it. This is a car you can fly or drive in and drive home. I have tried my best to accurately describe the car but there is no substitute for a personal inspection. You can contact me for additional information and pictures. All questions should be asked and inspections made before committing to buy. The car is for sale locally and is priced below what I have in it by several thousand dollars. Please don't waste my time or yours with low ball offers.

I will be traveling from California to Ohio on January 12th with an empty trailer. I am willing to deliver the car for the cost of fuel anywhere along the way. I will assist in other methods of delivery and other reasonable requests.