1941 Ford Super Deluxe Convertible

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Raleigh Classic Car Auctions have built a pristine reputation over 26 years of live auctions, as the go-to for the best-of-the-best offerings for car collectors and enthusiasts. Regionally trusted and nationally recognized, Raleigh Classic Car Auctions continues to find low-mile, original examples with documentation annually. The September Special is an offering of 38 premium quality, low-mile and desirable, domestic lots from three private estates offered entirely without reserve. All vehicles are available for in-person inspection at The Raleigh Classic Showroom in Zebulon, NC; 9:00am-4:00pm Monday-Friday: 9/15/25-10/3/25 or by appointment.

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Ford thoroughly updated their vehicle line in 1941, in preparation for a time of unpredictability surrounding World War II. The 1941 design would continue in an abandoned 1942 model year and would be restarted until 1946 and produced until 1948 post-war. During these initial years, the 1940s Ford evolved considerably. The front fenders came in three pieces, with the idea in mind that small damage could be easily replaced. Notably, the 1941 convertible had no rear side windows, only windows within the door. Five different coil/distributor arrangements were used during 1941, famously creating confusion for mechanics.

The two previous Ford car lines, Standard and De Luxe, now blossomed into three: Special, De Luxe and Super De Luze. Ford vehicles had been V8-only since 1935, but dealer requests for an "economy" engine option prompted the introduction of a six-cylinder unit. The popular 221 cu in V8 remained as the top-line engine and was standard in Super De Luxe models.

This 1941 Ford had only two owners between 1941 and 2001. After it was acquired by a well-known Pittsburgh collector, it underwent a no-expense-spared restoration. Its factory ported engine features a "P-stamped" block and was fully custom built by Brockers Speed Shop with high-end internal components–rods, pistons, cams, polished aluminum heads, polished intake–sourced from Flathead Jack Inc. Additional features include a Holley 4-barrel carburetor, 12-volt Mallory distributor, giving this Super Deluxe Convertible “sleeper status,” although that term wouldn’t be popularized for nearly a century later.

Highlights

• Offered from The Raleigh Classic Collection

• Two-owner car from 1941-2001

• Underwent a no-expense-spared restoration, including mechanical upgrades to enhance power and output

• Powered by a factory ported "P-stamped" block, 221 cu-in flathead V8

• Three-speed column shifting manual transmission

• Finished in sleek Jet Black exterior paint

• Custom caramel-colored leather interior

Features

• Custom-built engine from Brockers Speed Shop includes:

  • Upgraded rods

  • Upgraded pistons

  • Upgraded camshaft

  • Polished aluminum heads

  • Polished Flathead Jack Inc. intake

  • Holley four-barrel carburetor

  • 12V Mallory distributor

  • Offenhauser intake manifold

• Haartz cloth convertible top

• 1957 Cadillac hubcaps on wide whitewall tires

• Recent service and tune performed December 2024

Known Imperfections

• Paint run and crack on hood

• Scratch on hood

• Multiple scratches on rear passenger side

• Paint chips on front passenger side

• Paint imperfection along front running board where it meets front fender

• Running board cracked, rust present

Ownership History

Prior to joining a private collection and undergoing a full restoration, this 1941 Ford Super Deluxe Convertible was a two-owner example from 1941-2001. This car is from one of three private estates, comprising the September Special of the Raleigh Classic Car Collection.