1950 Ford Custom Deluxe V-8 Country Squire

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

First uncovered in 1949, the Ford Deluxe represented the first clean-sheet design from the Blue Oval since World War II. Offered with a charming design that is commonly known as a “shoebox Ford”, the Deluxe was available in either Deluxe or Custom Deluxe trim variants, with the latter featuring a new station wagon with familiar ‘woodie’ styling. Transitioning away from a complete wooden body, the Custom Deluxe Station Wagon was constructed around a steel roof and rear fenders while wood remained for the side bodywork and upper and lower tailgate. The front end offered a signature bullet-adorned grill and a wrap-around bumper complete with parking lights. What many now consider as the test of a ‘true Station Wagon’ the second seat folds completely flat and is removable. Described by Ford as a “combination of style and utility as never before”, this two-door station wagon provided seating for eight passengers. Later renamed the Country Squire, the Ford Custom Deluxe Station Wagon was the first glimpse into this nostalgic family transporter that served many in comfort and classic American style.

Highlights

• Powered by a 239 cu-in Flathead V8 producing 100 horsepower

• Beautiful Matador Red exterior paired with Maple and Mahogany wood  

• Benefitting from a frame-off restoration competed to a high standard a number of years ago and preserved with Spar varnish treatment 

• Recent servicing in December of 2022 includes spark plugs and an oil change 

• Column-mounted three-speed manual transmission with overdrive 

• Excellent exterior chrome work and stainless steel 

• Please note that while displaying 20,197 miles at the time of cataloging, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• “Magic-action” four-wheel hydraulic brakes 

• Worm and roller symmetrical steering gear linkage 

• Magic-air heater

• Independent front-wheel suspension with semi-elliptic rear leaf springs 

• Double-drop specially reinforced frame for Club Coupe and Station Wagon 

• 15-inch wheels with painted centers and chrome hubcaps  

• Radio 

• Hand-wound dashboard clock 

• Dual sun-visors 

• Locking glove compartment 

• Chrome finials on the instrument panel 

Known Imperfections 

• The interior wood trim appears to be fading toward the bottom of the door

• The steering wheel shows some hairline cracks

Included 

• Previous service documentation

• Additional photos of the vehicle prior to restoration 

Ownership History

It is believed that this vehicle rolled off the Ford assembly line on June 22, 1950. Acquired by the current owner in 2022 this Wagon has been enjoyed under current ownership where it was lovingly named Javier-the-Woody. The seller reports serving in March & November, 2022 to include: new master brake cylinder, greased bearings, new heater core, new heater control valve, new generator & voltage regulator. 

Additional Notes 

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

Contact: Mathieu Guyot-Sionnest    Phone:  323.527.6020 email: mathieu.guyotsionnest@broadarrowgroup.com