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Ford Woody 68 Station Wagon 1936

Allmän beskrivning : Despite Chevrolet taking over as sales-leader while Ford retooled at the end of Model T production, the new Model A soon returned Ford to its comfortable place at the top of the sales charts – if only temporarily. Since the days of the Tin Lizzie, the climate of the automobile market changed dramatically, and Ford had to become more fluid to keep up with rapidly changing trends. Compared to the long-running Model T, the Model A's tenure was relatively short, but the car had been an undoubted success and providing the company with momentum going into the 1930s. By 1932, the Model A was phased out, in favor of an all-new car powered by America's first low-cost V8 passenger car engine. Buyers could still opt for the 4-cylinder Model B, but it was the "flathead" V8 that got the headlines and most of the customers. Despite the fanfare surrounding its release, the Ford V8 didn't fully succeed in knocking Chevy off the coveted top spot. However, the Ford V8 gained legions of loyal fans and would go on to become an American legend in its own right. This car introduced eight-cylinder power to the people and would form the foundation of America's love affair with V8-powered speed.

The V8 served as the cornerstone of Ford's passenger car lineup throughout the 1930s and beyond. Styling constantly evolved, with changes made on an annual basis to keep the car fresh and competitive. In 1935, Ford heavily revised the chassis for greater refinement and performance, and in 1936 it got beautiful new sheet metal courtesy of Holden "Bob" Koto, working for Briggs Manufacturing Company. Briggs specialized in body construction, and their customers included Ford, Chrysler, Pierce-Arrow, and others. Bob Koto's take on the new Ford featured fully skirted fenders and a cleaner, simplified radiator and hood treatment to give the car a graceful, elegant appearance, with an impression of speed even while parked. Further enhancing the modern look were new stamped steel artillery wheels, which replaced wire wheels once and for all at FoMoCo. Ford continued to offer a wide range of open body styles while its competitors trended toward coupes and sedans. One of the most desirable '36 Fords today is the handsome, wood-bodied station wagon. It employed standard sheet metal up front, with a wood-framed main body and a distinct, sharply raked roofline. The stylish people-mover is the embodiment of the American "Woody," and pop culture icon thanks to surf-culture and hot rodders. Today, unmodified examples are rare and are cherished by the grassroots enthusiast to some of the world's most prominent collectors.

This 1936 Ford Station Wagon is a lovely example with an honest, broken-in character thanks to its well-maintained older restoration. This wonderfully inviting and authentic car presents with excellent woodwork and sheet metal. The twin wipers, dual taillights, wheel trim rings, and other details denote this car as a top-line Deluxe model. The black paintwork is in good condition, with a few minor imperfections associated with time and use. The finish quality is consistent on all surfaces, and it remains attractive and appealing. Exterior trim is in good condition with
excellent, recently restored chrome bumpers front and rear. The apple green wheels wear correct Deluxe style trim rings and wide whitewall Firestone tires to provide a pop of color against the black body.

Importantly, the wood body is in excellent condition. The finish and quality are consistent throughout, showing the woodwork is well-restored and maintained. Doors fit well without signs of sagging that can afflict neglected examples. Front doors feature roll-up glass windows, while the rears have drop-in, removable windows as was factory practice. The spare wheel attaches to the tailgate and is fully-enclosed in a body-color cover, and the cobra-grain vinyl roof topping is in good condition.

The interior features period-correct brown upholstery, while rubber floor mats and wood door panels reveal the car's utilitarian purpose. Seats are in excellent order thanks to the use of the proper, hard-wearing vinyl, and the body-color steel dash features original instruments and switchgear in good cosmetic condition. With room for up to seven passengers, this Ford is a great classic to enjoy with family and friends.

Fords of this era are tremendous fun to drive, and this example is no exception. The 221 cubic-inch V8 engine delivers plenty of power to motor along with ease, with good brakes and a stable chassis that inspire confidence for relaxed cruising. This car's engine is well-detailed with proper green paint and period-correct labels, hose clamps, and hardware. With its pleasing light patina and well-maintained character, this Ford Deluxe woody is sure to provide many miles of enjoyable motoring for its next caretaker.

 

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1936 Ford Woody 68 Station Wagon is listed såld on ClassicDigest in St. Louis by Mark Hyman for $49500.

 

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Karosstyp : Personbil Märke : Ford Modell : Woody Modellversion : 68 Station Wagon Motorvolym : 0.0 Årsmodell : 1936 Karosstyp : Station wagon Läge : Missouri

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Ford, som grundades 1902, har utan tvekan förändrat historien om bilvärlden mer än någon annan biltillverkare genom att införa de första folkbilen Modell T 1908. De hade producerat mer än 15 miljoner bilar i slutet av produktionen 1927, genom vilket T hade blivit föråldrade.

Ford lanserade den första lågpris V8-motor driven bil 1932. 1932 V8 var en omedelbar hit med överlägsen hantering och prestanda för många betydligt mer expansiva bilar av dagen. Inte undra på 32 V8 Ford har blivit en sådan favorit bland heta rodders runt om i världen med 32 Deuce Coupe som sin ikon.

Under kriget Ford helt stänga civil bilproduktionen att ägna alla sina resurser till de allierade krigsansträngningarna (1942-1945) De används för att bygga B-24 bombplan, flygmotorer, jeepar, M-4 stridsvagnar, militära lastbilar och Bren-gun bärare och mer än 30.000 super laddade Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 motorer till Mosquito och Lancaster bombplan samt P-51 Mustang fighters. Efter kriget Ford bilar i USA blev större och flashier tillsammans med sina konkurrenter. I 60: s Ford var tillbaka i förgrunden igen när man inför deras kommersiella hit Mustang 1964. Mustang var så populär tävlingen var tvungen att följa Fords exempel och ponycar fenomenet tog över USA. Under åren ponnyer växte några muskler tills oljekrisen döda äntligen dödat dem.

På sextiotalet rusade Ford i internationell motorsport scenen med en raseri. Efter misslyckade Ferrari övertagande, då Enzo Ferrari hade klippt affären av med Henry Ford II gör det senare absolut koka av vrede, vände Ford till Lola i Storbritannien för att producera en Ferrari slog långdistans racer efter. Samarbetet mellan Ford och Lola skapade den mäktiga Ford GT40 som absolut slog Ferrari i Le Mans 24 flera gånger.

I Europa införde Ford några av de mest episka race och rallybilar av 60-talet som bygger på ödmjuka familj sedaner; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, och Escort 1600RS med de ikoniska Cosworth BDA motorer.

Idag klassiska Fords är mycket populär bland entusiaster och ett stort urval av klassiska Fords finns till försäljning på www.ClassicDigest.com