Details
1942 FORD SUPER DELUXE CONVERTIBLE COUPE
Chassis No. 716AB77014
Black with white interior
Engine: V8, 221ci, 96bhp at 3,800rpm; Gearbox: three speed; Brakes: drums all round. Left hand drive.
With war in progress around the world, Ford announced its new line for 1942. There was little difference from the previous year, but all cars were designed with fully concealed running boards and new front fenders. Although the 1941 Station Wagon had sold for $1,015, the 1942 Convertible Coupe in the Super Deluxe range was the first "real" car since the Model A Town Car to sell for more than $1,000 - its price being $1,080. Before the end of 1942 all civilian vehicle production was terminated as full efforts were directed towards military contracts.
The Super Deluxe models differed from the more basic models by having the brightwork of the grille accentuated by blue painted grooves, the bumpers had ridges along their upper surface and there was bright trim surrounds to the windshield, rear and side windows.
This car is in fair condition and there is no major rust showing. The chromework is in average condition and the rubber needs replacing. It was donated to the Museum in 1988 from the Estate of Lawrence E Kornbleet.
Chassis No. 716AB77014
Black with white interior
Engine: V8, 221ci, 96bhp at 3,800rpm; Gearbox: three speed; Brakes: drums all round. Left hand drive.
With war in progress around the world, Ford announced its new line for 1942. There was little difference from the previous year, but all cars were designed with fully concealed running boards and new front fenders. Although the 1941 Station Wagon had sold for $1,015, the 1942 Convertible Coupe in the Super Deluxe range was the first "real" car since the Model A Town Car to sell for more than $1,000 - its price being $1,080. Before the end of 1942 all civilian vehicle production was terminated as full efforts were directed towards military contracts.
The Super Deluxe models differed from the more basic models by having the brightwork of the grille accentuated by blue painted grooves, the bumpers had ridges along their upper surface and there was bright trim surrounds to the windshield, rear and side windows.
This car is in fair condition and there is no major rust showing. The chromework is in average condition and the rubber needs replacing. It was donated to the Museum in 1988 from the Estate of Lawrence E Kornbleet.