1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Convertible Coupe
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Description
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Ford’s first true post-war design emerged in July 1948 and was quickly nicknamed the “Shoebox Ford” for its slab-sided pontoon fenders. The new ’49 Ford was available with an inline-six or a “Flathead” V8 engine in a range of body styles, returning Ford to first place in sales among American manufacturers.
The following model year, Ford advertising boasted “50 Ways New For ’50,” with changes mostly encompassing new exterior trim and a crest emblem that would remain on full-size models for the next four decades. The Custom Deluxe V8 series featured the top trim level for Ford, and the Convertible model was among its top sellers.
“If there's a touch of gypsy in your soul ... if you like the sun and the wind and the open road ... you'll surely thrill to this sleek, stunning convertible,” the 1950 sales brochure assured potential buyers. “A slight touch of the finger, and the snug top goes up or down. A slight touch of the foot, and you're sailing off to faraway places behind Ford's smooth, easy power.”
Today, 1949-1951 Fords like this 1950 Custom Deluxe Convertible are beloved for their trailblazing design and remain charming weekend cruisers.
Highlights
Mostly original 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Convertible Coupe survivor
Finished in Matador Red paint over gray vinyl (front) and gray cloth interior with burgundy vinyl (rear)
Black convertible top
Powered by a 239 cu-in, two-valve, Flathead V8 engine rated at 100 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque
Column-shifted three-speed manual transmission
The chassis number (B0BF154223) decodes as:
B – 239 cu-in 2V V8 engine
0 – 1950 model year
BF – Buffalo, New York, assembly plant
154223 – Sequential production number
Features
Two-door, rear-wheel-drive convertible
Original pushbutton start
Split windshield
Two-spoke steering wheel
Original chrome horn ring
Dash instrumentation:
100-mph speedometer
Fuel level
Oil pressure
Battery
Temperature
“Magic Air” heater
Vent windows
Manual windows
Push-button exterior door handles
Integrated parking lights
Dash-mounted clock
Push-button AM radio
Dual sun visors
Chrome front and rear bumpers
Hood ornament
Original Ford hubcaps
Independent front suspension
Leaf spring rear suspension
Bedford 6.70-15 wide whitewall tires
Wheelbase: 114 inches
Overall length: 196.6 inches
Width: 72.8 inches
Weight: 3,260 pounds
Known Imperfections
Paint chips, scrapes, and other paint imperfections throughout
Paint chips on interior sides of doors
Pitting on chrome mirrors and door handles
Rearview window of convertible top is yellowed
Whitewalls are yellowed
Seats are torn and repaired with patches
Clock is inoperable
Included
Spare tire
Jack
Rear fender skirts
Ownership History
The consignor of this 1950 Ford Custom Deluxe Convertible has owned it since April 2024.
Additional Notes
A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle.
Contact: Craig Zimmerman Phone: 586.707.5811 email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com