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Popular with cops and crooks alike, the 1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster holds a special place in automotive history. Particularly popular because of its power, it also marked a change in automotive design. The Ford Deluxe represented the shift from the traditional styling of the time to smoother, more aerodynamic shapes.
The one aspect of the car's popularity is quite ironic. Police enjoyed the car for its power under the hood, and therefore, its ability to chase down criminals. Car thieves particularly enjoyed stealing the car so they could run from the cops. For those enjoying the car for much more 'legal' pursuits, the rumble seat in the back made the car quite desirable for those Sunday afternoon drives in the country; at least for those who could afford one. Despite being introduced during the midst America's depression, the '34 Ford Deluxe enjoyed success with the public.
Easily-recognizable for its medieval shield-shaped front grille, round headlights mounted to the side of the grille and sweeping, wide fenders and running boards, the 1934 Ford Deluxe was popular even in the midst of the depression and would continue to be popular with custom car crafters for years to come. Because the car became so popular, and many ended up being chopped up and made into street rods, period-correct restorations became very rare.
Offered this year was one of those rare 1934 Ford Deluxe Rumble Seat Roadsters. A good deal of this car's life has been as part of a private collection. It has gone through an extensive restoration where no cost was spared.
It features the 85 hp, 'Flathead' V-8 engine and a three-speed, floor-shift manual transmission. It came complete with a Greyhound hood ornament, wide white-walled tires, dual horns, cowl lights, rumble seat, windshield wiper and rear-mounted spare.
The interior is finished in tan leather with a wood finished dashboard. It comes with a tan-colored top and matching tan leather rumble seat. The car's wheels are finished in a bright red finish, matching the small pinstripes that accent the car's beige finish.
Expected to fetch between $75,000-$100,000, this 1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster is truly a rare find. Throughout its life, the '34 Ford attracted both the righteous and the rebels. Its gently flowing lines and eye-pleasing aesthetics will undoubtedly continue to draw admirers, from all sides of moral issues for years to come.
Sources:
'1934 Ford Delux Roadster', (http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1934-ford-deluxe-roadster.htm). How Stuff Works?. http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1934-ford-deluxe-roadster.htm. Retrieved 11 January 2011.
'Buy: View Lots (Lot 296: 1934 Ford Deluxe Rumble Seat Roadster)', (http://www.rmauctions.com/FeatureCars.cfm?SaleCode=AZ11&CarID=r229&fc=0). RM Auctions Arizona. http://www.rmauctions.com/FeatureCars.cfm?SaleCode=AZ11&CarID=r229&fc=0. Retrieved 11 January 2011.By Jeremy McMullen
The one aspect of the car's popularity is quite ironic. Police enjoyed the car for its power under the hood, and therefore, its ability to chase down criminals. Car thieves particularly enjoyed stealing the car so they could run from the cops. For those enjoying the car for much more 'legal' pursuits, the rumble seat in the back made the car quite desirable for those Sunday afternoon drives in the country; at least for those who could afford one. Despite being introduced during the midst America's depression, the '34 Ford Deluxe enjoyed success with the public.
Easily-recognizable for its medieval shield-shaped front grille, round headlights mounted to the side of the grille and sweeping, wide fenders and running boards, the 1934 Ford Deluxe was popular even in the midst of the depression and would continue to be popular with custom car crafters for years to come. Because the car became so popular, and many ended up being chopped up and made into street rods, period-correct restorations became very rare.
Offered this year was one of those rare 1934 Ford Deluxe Rumble Seat Roadsters. A good deal of this car's life has been as part of a private collection. It has gone through an extensive restoration where no cost was spared.
It features the 85 hp, 'Flathead' V-8 engine and a three-speed, floor-shift manual transmission. It came complete with a Greyhound hood ornament, wide white-walled tires, dual horns, cowl lights, rumble seat, windshield wiper and rear-mounted spare.
The interior is finished in tan leather with a wood finished dashboard. It comes with a tan-colored top and matching tan leather rumble seat. The car's wheels are finished in a bright red finish, matching the small pinstripes that accent the car's beige finish.
Expected to fetch between $75,000-$100,000, this 1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster is truly a rare find. Throughout its life, the '34 Ford attracted both the righteous and the rebels. Its gently flowing lines and eye-pleasing aesthetics will undoubtedly continue to draw admirers, from all sides of moral issues for years to come.
Sources:
'1934 Ford Delux Roadster', (http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1934-ford-deluxe-roadster.htm). How Stuff Works?. http://auto.howstuffworks.com/1934-ford-deluxe-roadster.htm. Retrieved 11 January 2011.
'Buy: View Lots (Lot 296: 1934 Ford Deluxe Rumble Seat Roadster)', (http://www.rmauctions.com/FeatureCars.cfm?SaleCode=AZ11&CarID=r229&fc=0). RM Auctions Arizona. http://www.rmauctions.com/FeatureCars.cfm?SaleCode=AZ11&CarID=r229&fc=0. Retrieved 11 January 2011.By Jeremy McMullen
2011 Automobiles of Arizona by RM Auctions
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $100,000
Lot was not sold
2010 Worldwide Auctions - The Auburn Auction
Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $75,000-USD $95,000
Lot was not sold
1934 Ford Model 40 DeLuxe Auction Sales
Recent Sales of the Ford Model 40 DeLuxe
(Data based on Model Year 1934 sales)
1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster Chassis#: 181124196 Sold for USD$40,700 2024 Mecum : Houston | |
1934 FORD DELUXE SEDAN Chassis#: 579031 Sold for USD$29,150 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1934 FORD DELUXE CUSTOM ROADSTER Chassis#: 18559459 Sold for USD$39,600 2024 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale AZ | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster Chassis#: 40653196 Sold for USD$39,600 2023 Mecum : Indy | |
1934 Ford DeLuxe Five-Window Coupe Chassis#: 18-674627 Sold for USD$36,300 2022 RM Sothebys : The Hershey Auction | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Tudor Sedan Sold for USD$5,500 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Sedan Sold for USD$5,500 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1934 Ford Deluxe 3-Window Coupe Sold for USD$55,000 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Fordor Sedan Sold for USD$33,000 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1934 Ford Deluxe 5-Window Coupe Sold for USD$49,500 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Phaeton Sold for USD$68,200 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster Sold for USD$60,500 2022 Mecum : Dallas | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Chassis#: 18568236 Sold for USD$62,000 2022 GAA : July 2022 | |
1934 Ford DeLuxe Roadster Chassis#: 18990492 Sold for USD$41,800 2022 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | |
1934 Ford V-8 Deluxe Five-Window Coupe Chassis#: 18919280 Sold for USD$47,600 2022 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale Arizona | |
1934 Ford DeLuxe Roadster Chassis#: 18-636950 Sold for USD$61,600 2021 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1934 Ford DeLuxe Phaeton Chassis#: 910535 Sold for USD$35,750 2021 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1934 Ford DeLuxe Phaeton Chassis#: 18-1112331 Sold for USD$57,750 2021 RM Sothebys : Hershey | |
1934 FORD DELUXE 4-DOOR SEDAN Chassis#: 181175602 Sold for USD$38,500 2021 Barrett-Jackson : Houston | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Phaeton Sold for USD$45,100 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021 |
Ford Model 40 DeLuxes That Failed To Sell At Auction
1934 Ford Model 40 DeLuxe's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
Vehicle | Chassis | Event | High Bid | Est. Low | Est. High |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster | 2020 Mecum Auctions : Kissimmee | $47,000 | |||
1934 Ford V-8 DeLuxe Roadster | 18-1023262 | 2018 RM Sothebys : Hershey | $80,000 | $100,000 | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Victoria | 2018 Mecum : Indianapolis | $45,000 | $65,000 | $85,000 | |
1934 Ford V-8 DeLuxe Cabriolet | 18-611393 | 2018 RM Sothebys : Fort Lauderdale | $65,000 | $75,000 | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Sedan | 2018 Mecum : Kansas City | $60,000 | |||
1934 FORD DELUXE | FORD4284034 | 2017 GPK Auctions Atlantic City | $35,000 | ||
1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster | 2016 Collector Car Toronto Fall Classic | $85,000 | |||
1934 Ford Victoria Deluxe 2-door Slant Back | 2016 Russo & Steele : Arizona | ||||
1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster | 2014 Mecum Kissimmee | $70,000 | |||
1934 Ford Deluxe Four Door Sedan | 2013 Auctions America Auburn Fall | $29,000 | |||
1934 Ford Deluxe Pickup | 2013 Mecum Dan Mecum's 26th Spring Classic | ||||
1934 Ford Deluxe Pickup | 2013 Mecum : Indianapolis | ||||
1934 Ford Deluxe Tudor Sedan | 181193596 | 2012 Worldwide The Auburn Auction | $40,000 | $50,000 | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Rumble Seat Roadster | 181200882 | 2011 Automobiles of Arizona by RM Auctions | $75,000 | $100,000 | |
1934 Ford Deluxe Roadster | 181200882 | 2010 Worldwide Auctions The Auburn Auction | $75,000 | $95,000 | |
1934 Ford Deluxe 5 Window Coupe | 2010 Mecum Auctions Monterey | $55,000 | |||
1934 Ford Model 40 Deluxe Roadster Convertible | 2007 Mecum High Performance Auction at St. Charles, Il | $100,000 | |||
1934 Ford Deluxe | 2006 Silver Auctions Hot August Nights | $22,428 | |||
1934 Ford Deluxe Street Rod | 2006 Silver Auction Hot August Nights | $35,000 | |||
1934 FORD DELUXE ROADSTER | 2002 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $42,000 | |||
1934 FORD DELUXE ROADSTER | 2001 Kruse Auction Auburn, IN | $37,000 |
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