The 1946-1948 Ford V-8 Super DeLuxe Sportsman was a convertible in the mold of Chrysler's Town and Country, with wooden framing and mahogany or birch inserts helping to jazz up what was basically a prewar design. This car was essentially fielded as a showroom traffic-builder, as was the T&C and the Nash Suburban.
This was the most expensive Ford in these years, and as such not too saleable. Collectors have changed all that though, not to mention boosting asking prices. The Super DeLuxe Sportsman is a very pretty car despite its outmoded styling, and it packed traditional Ford V-8 performance.
Pluses of the 1946-1948 Ford V-8 Super DeLuxe Sportsman:
- Good performance
- Nice looks
- Rarity
- It's a convertible
- Milestone car status
Minuses of the 1946-1948 Ford V-8 Super DeLuxe Sportsman:
- Pricey today
- Structural wood demands periodic maintenance
Production of the 1946 Ford V-8 Super DeLuxe Sportsman:
1,209
Production of the 1947 Ford V-8 Super DeLuxe Sportsman:
2,250
Production of the 1948 Ford V-8 Super DeLuxe Sportsman:
28
Specifications of the 1946-1948 Ford V-8 Super DeLuxe Sportsman:
Length, inches: 198.2
Wheelbase, inches: 114.0
Weight, pounds: 3,340-3,366
Price, new: $1,982-$2,282
Engines for the 1946-1948 Ford V-8 Super DeLuxe Sportsman:
| Type | Size | Horsepower | Years |
| sv V-8 | 239.4 cid | 100 | 1946-1948 |
Want more information about classic cars? See:
- Classic Cars
- Ford Muscle Cars
- Muscle Cars
- Sports Cars
- Consumer Guide Auto
- Consumer Guide Auto Used Car Search
