Modified 1947 Ford Super Deluxe Woody Wagon

Description

As the world transitioned from wartime production back to consumer goods, Ford reintroduced its pre-war models with some updates and improvements. The Super Deluxe was the top trim level, offering more luxury and features compared to the Standard and Deluxe models. 

The 1947 Super Deluxe featured a distinctive design with a prominent grille, integrated headlights, and a sleek, streamlined body. It was available in various body styles, including the popular Woody Wagon, which was known for its wooden body panels and spacious interior. Super Deluxe models were equipped with a 239 cubic-inch V8 engine, and inside they featured a well-appointed dashboard with a clock and radio, as well as seats unholstered in high-quality cloth or leather. 

This ’47 Super Deluxe Woody Wagon underwent a full restoration in 2005 that included swapping the original engine for a more powerful Chevy 350, and the car received consistent, meticulous care from its adoring former owner for nearly two decades. Other upgrades included automatic transmission, power steering, aftermarket air conditioning, and fresh paint, new vinyl roof, and new Ash and Mahogany wood inside and out. 

Highlights 

• Full restoration in 2005 included new: 

  • Dark Blue paint with Ash and Mahogany wood exterior and black vinyl roof 

  • Ash and Mahogany wood interior with brown leather upholstery 

  • Chevrolet 350 cu-in H.O. V8 engine with chrome air cleaner (swapped for original 239 cu-in V8) 

  • Master cylinder and booster 

  • Alternator 

  • Automatic transmission 

  • Power steering  

  • Bench seat  

  • Vintage Air A/C, installed where original radio was located 

  • Classic Instruments replacement gauges; 140 mph speedometer/odometer and 4-in-1 gauge (temperature, fuel, volts, oil) in place of original clock 

  • Mustang II front end  

  • 9-inch Ford rear end  

  • Wilwood disc brakes  

  • Chrome grille, bumpers and trim 

  • New glass all around 

  • 15x7 steel wheels with BFGoodrich wide whitewall tires and chrome Ford wheel covers  

• The chassis number (799A1773672) decodes as: 

  • 7 – 1947 model year 

  • 99A – Passenger vehicle with 100 hp V8 

  • 1773672 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Split windshield 

• Original gray steering wheel with horn ring 

• Original fuel, oil pressure, battery, and temperature gauges on left side of dash 

• Slide-open rear windows 

Known Imperfections 

• Tiny paint chips near nose of the car 

• Mild pitting on Super Deluxe 8 badge 

• Small dent and three holes in trim over rear passenger wheel well 

Included 

• Rear-mounted spare tire with hard shell carrier 

• Restoration receipts 

Ownership History 

The consignor of this 1947 Ford Super Deluxe Woody Wagon has owned it since March 2024. 

Additional Notes  

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Rebecca Gabel Phone: 813.389.2162 email: rgabel@hagerty.com

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