1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Convertible Coupe

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Ford’s first true post-war design emerged in July 1948 and was quickly nicknamed the “Shoebox Ford” for its slab-sided pontoon fenders. The new ’49 Ford was available with an inline-six or a “Flathead” V8 engine in a range of body styles, returning Ford to first place in sales among American manufacturers. 

The following model year, Ford advertising boasted “50 Ways New For ’50,” with changes mostly encompassing new exterior trim and a crest emblem that would remain on full-size models for the next four decades. The Custom Deluxe V8 series featured the top trim level for Ford, and the Convertible model was among its top sellers.  

“If there's a touch of gypsy in your soul ... if you like the sun and the wind and the open road ... you'll surely thrill to this sleek, stunning convertible,” the 1950 sales brochure assured potential buyers. “A slight touch of the finger, and the snug top goes up or down. A slight touch of the foot, and you're sailing off to faraway places behind Ford's smooth, easy power.” 

Today, 1949-1951 Fords like this 1950 Custom Deluxe Convertible are beloved for their trailblazing design and remain charming weekend cruisers. 

Highlights 

• Mostly original 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Convertible Coupe survivor 

• Finished in Matador Red paint over gray vinyl (front) and gray cloth interior with burgundy vinyl (rear) 

• Black convertible top 

• Powered by a 239 cu-in, two-valve, Flathead V8 engine rated at 100 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque 

• Column-shifted three-speed manual transmission 

• The chassis number (B0BF154223) decodes as: 

  • B – 239 cu-in 2V V8 engine 

  • 0 – 1950 model year 

  • BF – Buffalo, New York, assembly plant 

  • 154223 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Two-door, rear-wheel-drive convertible 

• Original pushbutton start 

• Split windshield 

• Two-spoke steering wheel 

• Original chrome horn ring 

• Dash instrumentation: 

  • 100-mph speedometer 

  • Fuel level 

  • Oil pressure 

  • Battery 

  • Temperature

• “Magic Air” heater 

• Vent windows  

• Manual windows  

• Push-button exterior door handles  

• Integrated parking lights 

• Dash-mounted clock 

• Push-button AM radio 

• Dual sun visors 

• Chrome front and rear bumpers  

• Hood ornament 

• Original Ford hubcaps 

• Independent front suspension 

• Leaf spring rear suspension 

• Bedford 6.70-15 wide whitewall tires 

• Wheelbase: 114 inches 

• Overall length: 196.6 inches 

• Width: 72.8 inches 

• Weight: 3,260 pounds  

Known Imperfections 

• Paint chips, scrapes, and other paint imperfections throughout 

• Paint chips on interior sides of doors 

• Pitting on chrome mirrors and door handles 

• Rearview window of convertible top is yellowed 

• Whitewalls are yellowed 

• Seats are torn and repaired with patches 

• Clock is inoperable 

Included 

• Spare tire 

• Jack 

• Rear fender skirts 

Ownership History 

The consignor of this 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Convertible has owned it since April 2024. 

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