1936 Ford Roadster Washington Blue

Described as a “ground up restoration” with Imron paint and no reported issues, this 1936 Ford Model 68 Deluxe Roadster is said to “have all the goodies,” referring to a liberal number of aftermarket accessories that are either installed on or will be supplied with the vehicle. Among the extras cited by the seller include a heart-shaped wiper motor, a clock mounted inside the rear-view mirror, a luggage rack, banjo steering wheel, and a greyhound radiator mascot. Reported to be under the same ownership for 45 years, the Ford is said to be further equipped with a Stromberg 97 carburetor, custom leather upholstery and five Lester tires. The 85 horsepower flathead V8 is reportedly original to the car, with no stated rebuild history. Additional items that come with the car include a car cover and side curtains. The restoration is reported to date to 1978, by Antique Autos of America in Florida. The seller says the V8 is fitted with aluminum cylinder heads. Based on the photos, both the engine bay and underside present as very clean.

• The 221-cu.in. L-head V8, factory rated at 85 horsepower, is described as original.
• The Ford’s “ground up restoration” reportedly dates to 1978.
• The Ford has been under its current ownership for 45 years.
• The Washington Blue Imron paint looks to be in very good overall condition.
• A luggage rack is present at the rear.
• Five Lester tires are mounted on the car with Spider hub caps and stainless trim rings.
• The custom interior and rumble-seat leather shows no damage or imperfections.
• The burl-finished dashboard looks to have full trim and all small controls.
• A banjo steering wheel is fitted.
• The Ford is equipped with Unity fog lamps.
• The spare tire has a cover that looks to be in good shape.
• The seller says the Ford has been “kept elevated at all times.”
• A new 6-volt battery was reportedly installed in August 2024.
• The Ford has a mirror-mounted interior clock.
• The roadster top shows no damage and appears to have very good fit.
• The top bows and irons are reported to be “finished.”
• All chrome appears to be complete, undamaged and in very good condition.

• A car cover will be supplied.
• Wind wings are attached.
• Side curtains and other top components will be provided.
• A greyhound chromed hood ornament will be provided.
• A selection of vintage Champion spark plugs will be included in the sale.
• Additional headlamp lenses and trim rings will be provided.

• The seller notes “superficial” sidewall checking of the front tires.

• This 1936 Ford Model 68 Deluxe Roadster is the recipient of a “ground up restoration.”
• The seller cites no issues with the vehicle.
• The Ford has reportedly been under current ownership for 45 years.
• A selection of accessories and extras will be included in the sale.
• The odometer reads 27,982 miles, but actual mileage is unknown.

The seller states that this vehicle will be sold on a clean New Jersey title in his name. This 1936 Ford Model 68 Deluxe Roadster presents as a previously restored, well-accessorized example with a long-term known ownership history.