20260508 Update regarding engine start 20260507 Classic Ford Model 40 Cabriolet from 1933 with iconic Flathead V8 and a long, continuous ownership history of nearly 40 years. With documented restoration and an unusually extensive history in the form of receipts, documents, and automotive historical literature.
Highlights
- Cabriolet
- American V8 Flathead
- Long ownership period approx. 40 years
- Extensive restoration 1989-1992 - verified by receipts, documents, negative photos
- Very large amount of documentation included, including receipts, historical documents, and publications within automotive historical literature
- Engine ignites and starts (updated info 20260508)
Registration number: FHL241
Status: Registered
VIN: 18F244394
Model year: 1933
Mileage: 033390
Engine: V8, 221 cu in, 3.6l, 76hp (according to the Swedish Transport Agency)
Carburetor: Stromberg Dual Down 1”
Gearbox: Manual, 3-speed
Fuel: Petrol
Color: Blue
Upholstery: Genuine leather
Body: Murray
Country of origin: USA
Original radio
History Ford Model 40 was introduced in 1933 as a further development of the groundbreaking V8 model from 1932, and marked an important step in the development of the automotive industry by making an 8-cylinder engine available to a wider market.
This example was imported to Sweden in 1987 by Blennermarks Bil in Vänersborg and was acquired in 1989 by the now-deceased owner, in whose possession the car has been for nearly 40 years since. During the years 1989–1992, the owner carried out an extensive restoration of the car.
The restoration is verified by a very large number of receipts and documents that are included, of which only a small part is documented in the image material here. The owner, who worked at Volvo Aero for most of his professional life, is described as meticulous and orderly – something that is reflected in the car's documentation and history.
Extensive documentation is included, including receipts, historical documents, and publications within automotive historical literature, which further strengthens the car's background and collector value.
⚠️ This item is to be collected at a different location
Area: Vänersborg Municipality
Buyer will be contacted with the exact address after the auction ends.
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Buyer's premium:
Categories Motorcycles and Cars: 12.5% + SEK 80
Other: 25% + SEK 80
Some items are to be collected at another location, see item description.
No payment on site. Payment only by Brite on My pages on Auctionet or through bank transfer.
Condition
The car has been stored in a heated garage and functioned well when it was last put away according to information from the seller's circle of friends. It was approximately five years since it was last started.
(updated info 20260508)
Ford veterans with experience of the vehicle type start the engine upon visit 20260507.
See updated video.
Bubbles in the paint occur generally on body parts
Some cracks in the paint
Brakes work when rolling the vehicle - but require inspection
The vehicle received hydraulic brakes from a 1939 Ford sometime during the 40s according to documentation
Convertible top fabric in intact condition - tonneau cover included
Convertible top frame in intact condition
Interior in very good condition
Leather upholstery in very good condition
Passenger door not openable at the time of photography
⚠️The item is sold on behalf of an estate. The car has been used sparingly, which may mean that the car is in need of technical inspection and possible service before the vehicle is put into use.
20260508 Update regarding engine start 20260507 Classic Ford Model 40 Cabriolet from 1933 with iconic Flathead V8 and a long, continuous ownership history of nearly 40 years. With documented restoration and an unusually extensive history in the form of receipts, documents, and automotive historical literature.
Highlights
- Cabriolet
- American V8 Flathead
- Long ownership period approx. 40 years
- Extensive restoration 1989-1992 - verified by receipts, documents, negative photos
- Very large amount of documentation included, including receipts, historical documents, and publications within automotive historical literature
- Engine ignites and starts (updated info 20260508)
Registration number: FHL241
Status: Registered
VIN: 18F244394
Model year: 1933
Mileage: 033390
Engine: V8, 221 cu in, 3.6l, 76hp (according to the Swedish Transport Agency)
Carburetor: Stromberg Dual Down 1”
Gearbox: Manual, 3-speed
Fuel: Petrol
Color: Blue
Upholstery: Genuine leather
Body: Murray
Country of origin: USA
Original radio
History Ford Model 40 was introduced in 1933 as a further development of the groundbreaking V8 model from 1932, and marked an important step in the development of the automotive industry by making an 8-cylinder engine available to a wider market.
This example was imported to Sweden in 1987 by Blennermarks Bil in Vänersborg and was acquired in 1989 by the now-deceased owner, in whose possession the car has been for nearly 40 years since. During the years 1989–1992, the owner carried out an extensive restoration of the car.
The restoration is verified by a very large number of receipts and documents that are included, of which only a small part is documented in the image material here. The owner, who worked at Volvo Aero for most of his professional life, is described as meticulous and orderly – something that is reflected in the car's documentation and history.
Extensive documentation is included, including receipts, historical documents, and publications within automotive historical literature, which further strengthens the car's background and collector value.
⚠️ This item is to be collected at a different location
Area: Vänersborg Municipality
Buyer will be contacted with the exact address after the auction ends.
View the video by enabling marketing cookies in the cookie settings.
View the video by enabling marketing cookies in the cookie settings.
Viewing: Digital
Buyer's premium:
Categories Motorcycles and Cars: 12.5% + SEK 80
Other: 25% + SEK 80
Some items are to be collected at another location, see item description.
No payment on site. Payment only by Brite on My pages on Auctionet or through bank transfer.
Condition
The car has been stored in a heated garage and functioned well when it was last put away according to information from the seller's circle of friends. It was approximately five years since it was last started.
(updated info 20260508)
Ford veterans with experience of the vehicle type start the engine upon visit 20260507.
See updated video.
Bubbles in the paint occur generally on body parts
Some cracks in the paint
Brakes work when rolling the vehicle - but require inspection
The vehicle received hydraulic brakes from a 1939 Ford sometime during the 40s according to documentation
Convertible top fabric in intact condition - tonneau cover included
Convertible top frame in intact condition
Interior in very good condition
Leather upholstery in very good condition
Passenger door not openable at the time of photography
⚠️The item is sold on behalf of an estate. The car has been used sparingly, which may mean that the car is in need of technical inspection and possible service before the vehicle is put into use.
