Ford - Country Squire Station Wagon - 1951

1951 Ford Country Squire Woody Wagon \r
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-Flathead V8 - 239. 4 cid, 100 HP\r
-3-speed transmission\r
-Hydraulic drum brakes\r
-7-seater \r
-Classic roof rack \r
-US Title – all EU duties paid\r
-FFVE certificate to ask a French title\r
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For the 1951 Station Wagon, the name “Country Squire” was applied to the exterior of the car, a feature and legacy that would last until 1992. Ford used the Country Squire model to transition the station wagon from a pre-war hauler to a post-war family car. In 1951 the most noticeable change to the new “upscale” model was the grille, which featured dual bullet-nose styling. Trying to prove it was perfect for families, it would once again comfortably seat seven with a three-two-three bench seating combination. The sales sheets would show this newly marketed wagon would not work as sales were low. The 1951 Country Squire Station Wagon was the second lowest in production in the Ford model line-up, resulting in only 3. 7 percent of total sales that year. Though it was a slow start for the Country Squire, it would eventually gain momentum and become a 41 year-long tradition. 1951 is the last year of real wood exterior panels Ford did assemble. It became wood stickers the following years. \r
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THE UNIT OFFERED\r
This Country Squire was fully restored 10 years ago in the USA, so it now shows a nice patina. Restoration was recently refreshed as well as few improvements made. The Woodie come with a FFVE certificate to have a French collectors title. Going with the car, is a brand-new surf roof top rack. It's a 2000$ reproduction of originals roof rack from the fifties. As well going with it a 1952 Canoe with value of 3500€ that was acquired to make a pair with the woody. The canoe needs to be picked up in France where it is stored. \r
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BODYWORK\r
The woody is a true survivor. The underfloor was restored like new so was the chassis. Though with time it does show minimal and very few surface rust is few spots. The wood panels have not been restored and kept original and present themselves with a great patina look. The chrome in general in original shape and shows sections of wear. The paint could benefit of a polish, of be left as it is now. \r
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INTERIOR\r
The beige and brown vinyl seats are in great condition, showing no rips or tears. A new black rubber floor mat has been laid throughout and retains the original headliner, only showing some signs of wear. The dash is in great condition, as are all the instruments and gauges. Factory option equipment includes a radio (not working now) . \r
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MECHANICS\r
Under the hood, the 239-cubic-inch flathead V-8 looks great in the engine bay with the big bronze block shining against the red fenders. The engine runs very smooth and has received a full service. A heat gage was added in the glove compartment to check engine temperature. Even if Spanish weather is known for high temperatures the car never overheated here. During the restoration was installed a brand new aluminium radiator. Millage is unknown but this engine will take you where-ever you want to go. All over the three-speed manual transmission and engine have been completely sorted, leaving this station wagon to run and drive like a champ. \r
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