Modified 1946 Ford DeLuxe Tudor Sedan

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Following the end of World War II in September 1945, civilian car production in America slowly resumed, with most manufacturers making small changes to their pre-war designs. Ford picked up where it had left off in 1942, but it refreshed its cars’ exteriors with a new horizontal grille and wider hood for 1946. Also new was its 239 cu-in engine, previously used in Mercury's and Ford trucks and capable of 100 horsepower. 

Fords of this generation are attractive cars, beloved for their distinctive 1940s styling cues and exceptional color schemes, and they remain highly sought after today to enjoy in factory specification or as the basis for a custom build like this one. Among the Tudor Sedan restomod’s features: its original engine has been replaced with a Chevrolet 327 cu-in small-block V8; it has been lowered and shaved of its door handles; it wears natural patina and custom pinstriping, which have been preserved with clear coat; and it has a new, custom interior featuring patterned, wool-blanket upholstery. 

Highlights 

• This modified 1946 Ford DeLuxe Tudor Sedan Restomod has been lowered and shaved 

• Finished in black/patina paint with custom pinstriping (applied by Lil’ Dickie” in 2015) over red and black wool-blanket upholstery 

• Powered by a Chevrolet 327 cu-in small-block V8 engine rated at 290 horsepower 

• Two-speed Power Glide automatic transmission 

• Electric door poppers  

• 2-inch drop spindles  

• Front disc brakes 

• Riviera steering wheel and column 

• New Coker tires: 15 inches front, 16 inches rear 

• Custom gray dash with gauges by Classic Instruments: 140 mph speedometer and odometer, coolant temperature, fuel level, battery voltage, and oil pressure 

Features 

• Rear-wheel-drive, two-door sedan 

• Aerodynamic design 

• Chrome grille with red painted accents 

• Vented hood 

• Door-mounted exterior mirrors 

• Red-painted steel wheels with Ford hubcaps 

• Clear vinyl seat covers 

• Gray carpet 

• Optima battery installed in trunk 

Known Imperfections 

• Numerous paint chips, scratches, and patina, giving it a Southern California hot rod appearance 

• Steering wheel shows minor wear from use 

• New odometer, so actual mileage unknown 

Included 

• Spare tire 

• Upholstery-matching blanket 

 Ownership History 

The owner of this 1946 Ford DeLuxe Tudor Sedan Restomod purchased it in June 2023. 

Additional Notes  

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Craig Zimmerman  Phone: 586.707.5811‬  email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com