1935 Ford Model 48 Eight Deluxe Phaeton

Ford's renowned engineering brought about the introduction of a V-8 in 1932 for its all-new 1932 models, offering the horsepower and prestige of more expensive cars at the price of the competing six-cylinder cars. The Model 48 line for 1935 was slightly restyled and a little smaller and lower than the preceding 1932 through 1934 models. The modern, streamlined overall design theme with gently flowing fenders and radiator grill is credited to Phil Wright of the Briggs Body Co. A plethora of body styles were offered, including the Fordor and Turdor sedans, convertible sedan, 'woody' station wagon, three- and five-window coupe, roadster, and a new Model 51 truck.

Over 942,000 Ford vehicles were sold for the 1935 calendar year, far exceeding Ford's price archrival, Chevrolet.

This particular example is a 1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe Phaeton which had a $580 price tag when new. It is one of 6,073 examples produced and is equipped with a 221 cubic-inch L-Head V-8 engine rated at 85 horsepower at 3800 RPM. There is a single Stromberg 2-barrel carburetor, three-speed manual transmission, and four-wheel mechanical drum brakes. Accessories found on this car include a radio, heater, cigar lighter, Greyhound radiator cap, twin taillights, and a 'banjo' steering wheel, plus twin chrome horns, wind wings and dual mirrors. The exterior is finished in Maroon paint and there is a tan folding top, brown upholstery, and red wire-spoke wheels with white sidewall tires.

By Daniel Vaughan | May 2020