1938 Ford Deluxe

For sale in our Chicago showroom is a very handsome 1938 Ford Deluxe 2-door sedan. From any angle of this classy beauty you will see that this thing screams Art Deco! The front styling of the '37 and '38 Fords are still iconic and known to be one of the most beautiful styled vehicles of all time. In addition to purists who appreciate the originality of this design these cars are also coveted by hot rodders as well. The tear drop headlights and taillights look fantastic as does the split rear window and huge running boards.

Ford did not skimp on any angle of this car and that is quite evident from the moment you open the door that reveals a very luxurious interior. The wood grained door frames are garnished with ivory plastic inserts and the interior lights are also adorned with wood grain escutcheons that resemble the Ford logo. In the 1937 and 1938 Fords the Waltham watch company made the gauges for Ford and it was the first time in history that Ford allowed another company to display their name on the car. The accuracy at the time demanded that the speedometer be plus or minus 10 miles per hour. Moving along to the right you will see the cigar lighter and controls all adorned in ivory colored plastic. An additional treat is the working wind-up clock in the glove box door that is also illuminated and actually keeps good time.

One turn of the classic chrome hood ornament reveals a heavily detailed engine compartment and a a8BA Flathead V8 that has been rebuilt and runs whisper quiet. For reliability this car has been converted to a 12 volt electrical system with alternator that allows this car to fire right up with literally the push of a button. Period correct cloth-covered spark plug wires and an original oil bath air cleaner round out the collection of original accessories that bring you back to a time of amazing automobiles.

This gorgeous piece of Americana was restored with the intent on being used and enjoyed including replacing those mechanical brakes with more reliable hydraulic brakes. New parts also include all new chrome, NOS chrome plated windshield frame, new taillights, new glass and weather stripping, new hubcaps and beauty rings, wire harness, rebuilt front suspension including kingpins, rebuilt original Houdaille shock absorbers, restored original clock, new gas tank and fuel lines, re-cored radiator, new water pumps, new running boards and covers, new grill and hood centerpieces and headlight rims.

Located in our Chicago showroom, this 1938 Ford Deluxe can be seen including an HD video and pictures at www.gatewayclassiccars.com. For additional information please call (708) 444-4488 or email .