1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe

221ci Flathead V8 | 3-Speed Manual | Multiple Award-Winning Build

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LOT #

260966122

Pre War Car

Vehicle Price$51,998
Pre-Delivery Service Charge$1,299
Total Price$53,297
Advertised price includes the $1,299 Pre-Delivery Service Charge. Price does not include taxes, tag, registration, or other mandatory government charges.
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Estimated: $538.28/mo
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Make:
Model:
VIN:
181595624
Lot Number:
260966122
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
73,548 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
221ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Coach Maroon
Interior Color:
Brown
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
Pennsylvania
  • 1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe
  • 221ci Flathead V8
  • Stromberg 2-Barrel Carburetor
  • 3-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Coach Maroon Exterior
  • Brown Interior
  • Rear Rumble Seat
  • 4-Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes
  • Manual Steering
  • Red Wire-Spoke Steel Wheels
  • Wide Whitewall Tires
  • Chrome Wheel Hubcaps
  • Chrome Front Grille
  • Chrome Front & Rear Bumpers
  • Chrome Headlight Bezels
  • Running Boards
  • Dual Front Horns
  • Dual Cowl Ventilation
  • Rear-Hinged Doors
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Custom Paint Job
  • Reupholstered Interior
  • AACA Junior First Place Award, AACA Senior First Place Award, AACA 5-Time Preservation Award Winner & AACA Grand National First Place Award Winner

Overview of 1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe For Sale by Owner

The 1935 model year marked an important turning point for Ford, introducing a more streamlined design, improved suspension, and a refined version of the legendary flathead V8 that helped make affordable eight-cylinder performance accessible to American motorists. Nearly a century later, the Model 48 remains a celebrated example of prewar American automotive craftsmanship, particularly in the desirable Deluxe 5-Window Coupe configuration. This 1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe, showing 73,548 miles, comes finished in its original Coach Maroon color, complemented by a refurbished Brown cloth interior, red wire-spoke wheels, and distinctive wide whitewall tires. What truly sets this example apart is its remarkable history of AACA recognition, with the seller reporting Junior and Senior First Place awards, five Preservation awards, and a prestigious Grand National First Place award from the Antique Automobile Club of America. These distinctions are especially meaningful within the collector-car community, where authenticity, historical accuracy, and presentation are central to judging. Powered by Ford's celebrated 221ci flathead V8 and equipped with a three-speed manual transmission, a rear rumble seat, and a factory radio, this award-winning Deluxe Coupe combines prewar character with an impressive record of recognition among dedicated antique automobile enthusiasts.

Exterior and Interior

The exterior of this 1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe is finished in Coach Maroon, having previously been refinished in its original factory color. The deep maroon finish complements the car's sweeping fenders, rounded roofline, and distinctive five-window configuration, capturing the streamlined styling direction Ford adopted for the 1935 model year. A prominent vertically barred chrome grille anchors the front fascia, flanked by separate fender-mounted headlamps and dual horns, while chrome bumpers and bright exterior trim provide contrasting accents. The car rides on red wire-spoke steel wheels fitted with wide whitewall tires and chrome hubcaps, creating a striking period-correct appearance against the Coach Maroon bodywork. Additional details include full-length running boards, louvered hood side panels, and rear-hinged doors that contribute to its unmistakable prewar silhouette. The rear rumble seat adds another appealing feature, recalling an era when coupe owners could accommodate additional passengers in a folding exterior seat. The seller-reported AACA Junior and Senior First Place honors, five Preservation awards, and Grand National First Place recognition further distinguish this Ford's history within the antique automobile show circuit. The interior of this 1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe is finished in Brown cloth upholstery, featuring a reupholstered cabin that retains the character and understated elegance of Ford's prewar design. The broad bench seat is complemented by matching cloth door panels and period-style interior trim, creating a cohesive presentation consistent with the car's original appearance. A three-spoke steering wheel sits ahead of the painted dashboard, which houses traditional analog instrumentation and a factory radio, a particularly appealing period accessory that adds to the Deluxe Coupe's authenticity. The floor-mounted three-speed manual gear selector, manual window cranks, and simple mechanical controls reflect an era when driving required a more direct connection between driver and automobile. Behind the passenger compartment, the folding rumble seat provides an additional seating arrangement that has become one of the most charming features associated with coupes of this period. The cabin's original-style appointments and refurbished upholstery complement the vehicle's extensive AACA award history, making it particularly appealing to enthusiasts who appreciate historical presentation and traditional craftsmanship.

Engine

Beneath the louvered hood of this 1935 Ford Model 48 Deluxe 5-Window Coupe resides Ford's legendary 221ci (3.6L) naturally aspirated flathead V8, an engine that played a defining role in American automotive history. Introduced in 1932, Ford's affordable V8 helped transform the performance landscape, bringing eight-cylinder power to a broader range of motorists while establishing the foundation for generations of hot rods and performance-oriented Fords. By 1935, the flathead V8 produced approximately 85 horsepower, utilizing a straightforward side-valve design and a Stromberg two-barrel carburetor for fuel delivery. This example retains a traditional three-speed manual transmission, sending power to the rear wheels through a conventional driveshaft and rear axle arrangement. The chassis incorporates Ford's transverse leaf spring suspension, while four-wheel mechanically operated drum brakes provide stopping power in keeping with the vehicle's original engineering. Manual steering and the floor-mounted gear selector further preserve the hands-on driving character of a prewar automobile. With its iconic flathead V8, traditional mechanical layout, and seller-reported record of multiple AACA awards, this 1935 Ford Deluxe Coupe offers an appealing combination of historical significance, period-correct engineering, and recognized collector-car pedigree.

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