1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe

VIN: 1742350

$40,700

Sold

Seller details

  • Auction

    Bonhams

  • Location

    Philadelphia, PA; US

  • Event date

    Oct 6, 2014

  • Lot

    306

Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    1742350

  • Body style

    Roadster

  • Odometer

    1000 M

  • Engine Type

    V8

  • Horsepower

    85

  • Induction

    1x2

  • Interior Color

    Saddle leather

  • Exterior Color

    Palm Beach Grey

  • Generation

    1935-1936 Ford Model 48 and Model 68

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

221 85hp, single Stromberg 97 carb, 3 speed, red painted wire wheels, Universal whitewall tires, enclosed rear mounted spare wheel, dual chrome Sparton horns, rumble seat, banjo steering wheel.

Condition

Good paint overall with a few flaws Tired chrome Very good, lightly worn interior From the John Middleton collection Restored in the late 80s for John G Middleton, mechanically refreshed in 2007 Driven since Not a concours car, but a very pretty and period correct car with a lot of charm John G Middleton collection

Market commentary

No one, ever, will be reluctant to be seen driving this 35 Ford, a rare car that hasnt been hot rodded and has epic charm and appeal from the 30s. It is a great buy at this price, even in its older restored and aged condition.