1936 Ford Model 18 Station Wagon (Woodie)
- Engine
- 221 cu-in (3.6L) flathead V8 with Offenhauser heads, dual Stromberg 97 carburetors on Offenhauser intake manifold
A 1936 Ford V-8 Station Wagon — popularly known as a 'Woodie' — modified as a period hot rod. The car features an Offenhauser intake manifold, dual Stromberg 97 carburetors, Offenhauser cylinder heads, a dropped front axle, 1939-specification hydraulic brakes, and a 12-volt electrical conversion. The timber coachwork is believed largely original and presents in exceptional condition. Interior appointments include a banjo steering wheel, three rows of brown leather seating, and original radio and clock.
Ownership
- —Auction saleEstimate US$115,000 – US$135,000
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
The vehicle underwent a comprehensive restoration combined with period hot-rod modifications, resulting in its current finely presented condition.
- —Modification
Engine modified with an Offenhauser intake manifold, dual Stromberg 97 carburetors, and a pair of Offenhauser cylinder heads. A dropped front axle was fitted to lower the body stance.
- —Mechanical
Braking system upgraded to 1939-specification hydraulic brakes, and the electrical system converted from 6-volt to 12-volt.
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