Classic Auto Mall
6180 Morgantown Road
Morgantown, PA 19543
"1936 Ford Model 68 Convertible Sedan
At about $550 when new, ($16,000 in today's money), the Model 68 was an affordable and practical car and as a result, quite popular.� It came in a number of body styles including 3 window coupe, roadster, Tudor sedan, Fordor sedan, phaeton, 5 window, and convertible.� Both DeLuxe and Standard models were offered and just in case you think we have too many choices in cars today, in '36, Americans had a substantial selection of Fords and other cars.��
For consignment, a 1936 Ford Model 68 convertible sedan showing 79,503 non actual miles, adorned in a rare color produced only in April of 1936 as part of the ""Easter Colors"" series, a special palette developed to stimulate Spring sales.� This car was restored from the ground up, later becoming an AACA Grand National Senior Award winner.�
Exterior
This dark red exterior is Coach Maroon, one of the five Easter Colors offered in spring 1936, and one of three that would be exclusive to that period as the other two, Armory Green and Light Fast Maroon, would continue on regular production cars that year. �The profile of the car, like so many of the era, is forward leaning as if in motion.� The vertical ribbed grille blends seamlessly into the V8 hood ornament which flows from a polished metal center line on the hood, becoming more prominent in '36 as the smaller front fenders cradle the body colored bullet headlights.� Side vents also blend with the body, likely expelling a good amount of engine heat and accented by a trio of barred trim. �The rounded corners of the windshield, framed in polished metal, is mirrored in shape by the small back window embedded in the impeccable tan canvas top.� The flat back of the car holds a perfectly painted spare and the 16-inch wheels are artillery steel wheels, fairly new to the market and taking the place of wire wheels, here colored keyed and wearing wide white walls and correct hubcaps. �Pinstripes were available in specific colors matched with exterior paint and Bright Poppy Red is the standard here.� The metalwork, paint, and top are fantastic on the car and we could not find any exterior imperfections.�
Interior
A staff favorite, saddle vinyl cascades over the inner doors with vertical stitch patterns and thin hardware in a nickel finish.� This material covers the front and rear benches with near perfection, just a few patina wrinkles on the front, but otherwise near flawless, and rear passengers have a rope handle and raised footrest. �A banjo steering wheel fronts a simple and clean dashboard, matte brown in color, housing three wonderful gauges but the most attractive dial just may be the clock that's embedded in the glove box door.� A brown knobbed shifter rises from the floor which has the requisite rubber mat, contouring perfectly throughout, and meeting saddle vinyl walls of the footwell.�
Drivetrain
More show quality is found in the engine compartment where the 221ci flathead V8 perches as if on the showroom floor in 1936.� Fueled by a 2-barrel carburetor, the engine is rated at 85 horsepower and driven with a 3-speed manual transmission routing power to the rear axle and 4.11 gears.� Mechanical drum brakes equip this car in both front and rear.��
Undercarriage
Spotless and uniformly black, this belly presents very nicely with only the green transmission veering from the black monochromatic coverage.� The single exhaust flows through a stock style muffler before exiting out back.� Transverse leaf springs, front and rear, were the standard and are present here.�
Drive-Ability
Let's see if functionality matches aesthetics on this fully restored car and after a quick start, we roll this beauty onto the test loop where all systems and the limited features afforded owners in 1936, operate as they should.� Eighty five horsepower is plenty for a leisurely drive around the loop, but all good things must come to an end, as they say, and we fly the flathead back to the stable.� While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.��
This car truly transports you to 1936 and seems mighty fancy for a car that was just one of thousands like it on the road.� It will probably transport you to the podium to receive your trophy, and maybe even a blue ribbon at more cultivated events.� A one month only color on a museum quality example of a '36 convertible, a worthy combination for the discerning buyer. �This desirable 1936 Model 68 is under our roof, but probably not long enough to collect dust.� �
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price.
With so many great cars, you know we have a lot to talk about, and we do that each week on the Classic Auto Mall Podcast with host Stewart Howden. Stewart discusses new inventory as well as trends in consignments and car prices, while interviewing celebrities and automotive professionals about amazing cars and their history. Tune in each week to the Classic Auto Mall Podcast wherever you enjoy listening. You can also watch on YouTube!
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| Year: | 1936 |
| Make: | Ford |
| Model: | Model 68 |
| Mileage: | 79503 |
| Exterior Color: | Coach Maroon |
| Interior Color: | Saddle |
| Trim: | Convertible Sedan |
| Body: | convertible |
| Stock: | 7273 |
| Engine Size: | Gasoline |
| Transmission: | 3 Speed Manual |
| Vin: | 183165439 |
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Classic Auto Mall is a world class consignment house located in southeastern Pennsylvania with indoor showroom space for up to 1,000collectable and special interest vehicles offered for sale. We are conveniently located just west of Philadelphia. This one of a kind building is climate controlled and security monitored and is the ultimate destination for classic and specialty car lovers. The building is located right on the Pennsylvania Turnpike with terrific frontage and exposure. Additionally, this one of a kind building houses one of the finest barn findcollections in the world with over 400 vehicles on display. The facility and grounds have plenty of room for indoor and outdoor automotive related events, car shows, car club meets, ride and drives and more.
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