Chassis No. 18915523

Body No. 760LB5523

Building on the success of the Model T, Ford continued its momentum into the 1920s and 1930s with the Model A. In 1932, Ford introduced a significant upgrade with the V8-powered 221 cu-in engine, a revolutionary move that marked a shift toward offering power and style for the average consumer. By 1934, Ford had refined the design further. The radiator grille was laid back and sculpted into a V-shape, blending seamlessly into the hood. The fenders flowed smoothly into the running boards, and the cars came well-equipped for their price point. The most significant mechanical update was the addition of a Stromberg carburetor, boosting the V8's output by ten horsepower.

Ford offered a wide range of body styles, from two- and four-door sedans to roadsters, station wagons, and the coveted Cabriolet. This 1934 Ford Convertible Cabriolet is one example restored under prior ownership to factory specification and finished in Cordoba Gray; the exterior contrasts with a Medium Cream pinstripe and matching 17-inch wire wheels with Firestone wide whitewall Deluxe Champion tires. The interior and rumble seat are upholstered in brown vinyl accented by the wood-grained dashboard and door toppers. There is also a tan canvas soft top stored underneath the matching boot. With attention to detail, illumination is provided by Ford script Twolite Headlamps and Duolamps at the rear.

As proof of the restoration's quality, the car earned an AACA Senior National First Prize in 1995. Today, the odometer reads just 154 miles since the completion of its restoration. One deviation from the original is the addition of a period-correct Ford-script Kilocycles radio with modern speakers tucked under the dashboard. Now, this 1934 Ford Convertible Cabriolet remains a wonderful reminder of a bygone era of America's motoring heritage.