Highlights

Rare pre-war American convertible
3.6-Litre Flathead V8 powerplant with 3-speed manual transmission
Resprayed in light blue a while ago, accented with whitewalls and a white soft top
Completely retrimmed in an attractive brown leather

The Appeal

When the '40s dawned, Ford could see the world was on the brink of uncertainty and that '41 would probably be their last model year for a while. As a result, they put a lot of cash into the new model to keep it as future-proof as they could. The resulting model was quite the impressive, curvy and wide-bodied vehicle, with distinctive integrated fenders - and their loyal Flathead V8 powerplant still providing all of the grunt.

This example features a fine blue livery with a newly retrimmed brown leather cabin. It's never been restored, but has had a fresh coat of paint, which we're sure you'll agree has really brought out the car's distinctive character.

The specific 1941 model year is relatively scarce, owing to the infamous '41 labour strike and, of course, the ensuing war - and as a result is quite the desirable classic today, with the Flathead V8 still capable more than 80 years later.

History and Paperwork

Built in 1941
First registered in the Netherlands in 2013
In current ownership since June 2024
Indicates 17,500 miles on a five-figure odometer
Not restored but has been resprayed and reupholstered
We've not been informed of any paperwork provided with the vehicle

The Condition

Bodywork appears solid and very well-presented for its age
Light blue paintwork resprayed a while ago and still carrying a lovely, glossy sheen
Chrome accents on grille, bumpers, and trim are in good order, with only light signs of use
Note the three-piece grille, which was specific to the 1941 car
Shod in Whitewall tyres
Convertible soft top in good condition
New brown artificial leather interior upholstery throughout, in fine order
Evocative art deco dash is in good order, with some light age-commensurate discolouration
We understand some dials aren't working correctly and will need attention
Floors appear solid and nicely presented

The Mechanics

3.6-Litre Flathead V8 powerplant
Manual transmission with three gears
Engine bay looks in good overall condition
The vendor reports that the engine starts and runs well and that the transmission is good order
Ultimately, this looks like a solid and very usable classic

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