1949 Ford Custom Convertible
VEHICLE SUMMARY
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Iconic "Shoebox" Styling: First-year postwar redesign in deep Maroon with removable rear fender skirts, Dodge cross-bar hubcaps, and heavy chrome.
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Period Hot-Rod Flathead V8: Fitted with Offenhauser aluminum intake and heads, Holley carb, and classic dual exhaust.
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Modern Usability: Converted to a reliable 12-Volt electrical system for fast starter turnover and bright lighting.
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Convenience & Luxury: Equipped with a power soft top, power front windows (operated via original-style crank handles), and custom Dakota Digital dash gauges.
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Finished Trunk & Detailing: Relocated battery behind a custom panel with a matching covered spare tire.
CONDITION & KNOWN QUIRKS (READ BEFORE BUYING)
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Body & Paint: High-gloss Maroon finish with clean panel alignment. Shows minimal road wear consistent with careful driver use, with minor wear along the lower trunk edges. Tan cloth power top is in great condition.
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Window Fitment: The driver-side rear quarter window requires mechanical adjustment/alignment to eliminate a small gap and seal flush against the soft top weatherstripping when raised.
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Non-Functional Items: Horn, radio, and exterior locks are non-functional.
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Functional Mechanicals: At time of inspection engine, power top, power front windows, Dakota Digital gauges, wipers, headlights, tail lights, brake lights, and emergency brake function properly.
Rare Rides Company
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Phone: 980-306-8100 | Email: info@rarerides.com
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No tax, tag or title fees collected.
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Title Status: CLEAN
DOES IT WORK?
Air Conditioning N/A
Heater N/A
Speedometer YES - not accurate
Odometer YES
Oil PSI Gauge/Light YES
Temperature Gauge/Light YES
Fuel Gauge YES
Tachometer YES
Wipers YES
Windows YES - power front windows!
Horn NO
Radio NO
Headlights YES
Tail Lights YES
Brake Lights YES
Reverse Lights N/A
Turn Signals YES - must hold lever
Emergency Brake YES
4x4/AWD N/A
Tire Condition: High tread, 2022 dates
Keys – Ignition YES, Door NO, Trunk NO - exterior door locks seized, trunk lock doesn't lock
Seatbelts Front: N/A Rear: N/A
Runs & Drives YES
Installed Options
Engine:
- 12-Volt Conversion
- Chrome Air Cleaner
- Dual Exhaust
- Electric Choke
- Holley Carburetor
- Offenhauser Heads
- Offenhauser Intake
- Trunk Fuel Filler Relocation
Exterior Features:
- Removable Fender Skirts
Instrumentation:
- Retro-Modern Gauge Cluster
Interior:
- Finished Trunk
- Removable Cupholder Armrest
Roof:
- Power Top
Tires and Rims:
- Dodge Hubcaps
Rare Rides Company
Business Hours
| Mon: | CLOSED |
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| Tue: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Wed: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Thu: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Fri: | 9:00am-5:00pm |
| Sat: | 9:00am-3:00pm |
| Sun: | CLOSED |
Location
Statesville, NC 28677
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