Ford T-Bucket Hot Rod

Ford

Ford is an American automotive manufacturer that was established in 1903. Founded by Henry Ford, the Ford Motor Company is one of the world&#39;s largest automotive producers, and has been behind many notable innovations such as the production line. Early offerings such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-t/">Model T</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-a/">Model A</a> helped establish Ford as one of the world&#39;s foremost car makers, while models such as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mustang/">Mustang</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/bronco/">Bronco</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/thunderbird/">Thunderbird</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/">F-Series</a> have become icons in their own right. Since its early days, Ford has always placed an emphasis on motorsport, having participated in a wide range of disciplines such as <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/nascar/">NASCAR</a>, the World Rally Championship, the World Endurance Championship, and Formula 1. This pursuit of motorsport and performance has lead to the development of some truly special road cars, most notably the legendary <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/gt/gt40/">GT40</a> and the revered <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/shelby-mustang/">Shelby Mustang</a>. Some of Ford&#39;s international subsidiaries have also produced some special models, such as the wonderfully mad <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/rs200/">RS200</a> and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/escort-europe/rs-cosworth/">Escort RS Cosworth</a>.

Ford is an American automotive manufacturer that was established in 1903. Founded by Henry Ford, the Ford Motor Company is one of the…

As one of the world&#39;s most popular early cars, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-t/">Ford Model T</a> frequently found its way into the hands of customizers. One of the most common names for these early hot rods is T-Bucket. These cars are named for their use of the Model T&#39;s passenger compartment, which when removed of its roof and stripped of its fenders, largely resembles a bucket. These cars commonly feature powerful aftermarket engines which are placed on full display, usually only obscured by a front radiator. These modified cars vary greatly in power and build, leading to a wide range of customized examples.

As one of the world's most popular early cars, the Ford Model T frequently found its way into the hands of customizers. One of the most…

T-Bucket Hot Rod

Ford Model A

The Ford Model A (1903) was a series of early Ford cars introduced in 1903. Not to be confused with the later <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-a/">Ford Model A</a>, this early model was the first car built by Ford, and was available as a two seat runabout or four seat tonneau. The early Model A was powered by a 1.7L flat two engine that produced 8hp. A variant known as the Model AC was also available in 1904, this car used the bigger engine from the Ford Model C. Production of the Ford Model A ended in 1904, and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/early-model-b/">Model B</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-c/">Model C</a>.

The Ford Model A (1903) was a series of early Ford cars introduced in 1903. Not to be confused with the later Ford Model A, this early…

Model A

Early Model A

Ford Model C

The Ford Model C was a series of early cars introduced in 1904. In contrast its upscale <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/early-model-b/">Model B</a> sibling, the Model C was marketed as an entry level car, and was available as a two seat runabout or a four seat tonneau. The Model C was powered by a 2.0L flat two engine and saw around 800 examples built before production ended in 1905 and the model was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-f/">Ford Model F</a>.

The Ford Model C was a series of early cars introduced in 1904. In contrast its upscale Model B sibling, the Model C was marketed as an…

Model C

Ford Model B

The Ford Model B was a series of early cars introduced in 1904. Not to be confused with the later <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-b/">Model B</a>, the early Ford Model B was only available as an upmarket touring car, and was powered by a front mounted 4.7L inline four engine. The Early Model B was built until 1906, and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-k/">Ford Model K</a>.

The Ford Model B was a series of early cars introduced in 1904. Not to be confused with the later Model B, the early Ford Model B was only…

Model B

Early Model B

Ford Model F

The Ford Model F was a series of early cars introduced in 1905. The Model F was the follow up to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-c/">Ford Model C</a> and was available as an upmarket four seat phaeton. Power for the Model F came from a 2.0L flat two engine, and production lasted until 1906, with the model being replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-n/">Ford Model N</a>.

The Ford Model F was a series of early cars introduced in 1905. The Model F was the follow up to the Ford Model C and was available as an…

Model F

Ford Model K

The Ford Model K was a series of early cars introduced in 1906. As the successor to the<a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/early-model-b/"> Ford Model B</a>, the Model K was available as an upmarket tourer or roadster powered by a 6.6L inline six engine. Production of the Ford Model K lasted until 1908 when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-t/">Ford Model T</a>.

The Ford Model K was a series of early cars introduced in 1906. As the successor to the Ford Model B, the Model K was available as an…

Model K

Ford Model N

The Ford Model N was a series of early cars introduced in 1906. The Model N was offered as a four seat phaeton, and was powered by a front mounted 2.5L inline four engine. The Model N was also used as the base for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-r/">Ford Model R</a> and Model S. Production of the Ford Model N lasted until 1908.

The Ford Model N was a series of early cars introduced in 1906. The Model N was offered as a four seat phaeton, and was powered by a front…

Model N

Ford Model R

The Ford Model R was a series of early luxury cars introduced in 1907. The Model R used the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-n/">Ford Model N</a> platform, yet offered more upscale finishings, as well as a larger and more detailed body. The Ford Model R was powered by a 2.5L inline four and was produced until 1908.

The Ford Model R was a series of early luxury cars introduced in 1907. The Model R used the Ford Model N platform, yet offered more upscale…

Model R

Ford Model T

The Ford Model T (colloquially known as the Tin Lizzie, Leaping Lena, jitney or flivver) is an automobile produced by Ford Motor Company from October 1, 1908, to May 26, 1927. It is generally regarded as the first affordable automobile, the car that opened travel to the common middle-class American; some of this was because of Ford&#39;s efficient fabrication, including assembly line production instead of individual hand crafting. The Model T is commonly used by hot rodders and customizers, these cars can be found in the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/t-bucket-hot-rod/">T-Bucket Hot Rod Market</a>.

The Ford Model T (colloquially known as the Tin Lizzie, Leaping Lena, jitney or flivver) is an automobile produced by Ford Motor Company…

Model T

Ford Model TT

The Ford Model TT was a series of trucks introduced in 1917 that were based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-t/">Ford Model T</a>. The TT featured a more robust frame as well as rear axle. The Model TT shared its 2.9L inline four with the Model T, and was available in a variety of purpose built body styles from a number of builders. Starting in 1924, Ford began to offer its own truck bodies. Production of the Ford Model TT lasted until 1927.

The Ford Model TT was a series of trucks introduced in 1917 that were based on the Ford Model T. The TT featured a more robust frame as…

Model TT

The Ford Model A (also colloquially called the A-Model Ford or the A, and A-bone among customizers) was the Ford Motor Company&#39;s second market success after its predecessor, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-t/">Model T</a>. Introduced December 1927, it replaced the venerable Model T, which had been produced for 18 years. This new Model A (a previous model had used the name in 1903&ndash;04) was designated a 1928 model and was available in four standard colors. By February 4, 1929, one million Model A&#39;s had been sold, and by July 24, two million. The range of body styles ran from the Tudor at US$500 (in grey, green, or black) to the Town Car with a dual cowl at US$1200. In March 1930, Model A sales hit three million, and there were nine body styles available. Model A production ended in March 1932, after 4,858,644 had been made in all body styles. Its successor was the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-b/">Model B</a>, which featured an updated inline four-cylinder engine, as well as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-18-40/">Model 18</a>, which introduced Ford&#39;s new flathead (sidevalve) V8 engine.

The Ford Model A (also colloquially called the A-Model Ford or the A, and A-bone among customizers) was the Ford Motor Company's second…

Ford Model AA

The Ford Model AA was a series of heavy duty early trucks introduced in 1928. The Model AA used the same 3.3L inline four engine used for the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-a/">Model A</a> and featured many of the same mechanicals, except for the radiator, and lengthened and strengthened frame. The Model AA was offered on two wheelbase lengths, and in a variety of body styles for a wide range of uses. Production of the Ford Model AA ended in 1932, and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-bb/">Model BB</a>.

The Ford Model AA was a series of heavy duty early trucks introduced in 1928. The Model AA used the same 3.3L inline four engine used for…

Model AA

Ford Hot Rod / Hi-Boy

Throughout its history, many Ford models have been modified or hot-rodded. Some of the most popular models used by customizers were the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-a/">Ford Model A</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-b/">Ford Model B</a>. These cars were easily available, and simple enough to be worked on by most people, leading to a wave of customized early Fords. The &#39;Hi-Boy&#39; hot rods are a common example of a well known customization style. Hi-Boy hot rods generally had their fenders removed, and featured a chopped, or modified body. Due to the wide variety and extent of modifcations performed, it is very difficult to collectively value this group of cars, requiring close inspection of each example and its provenance in order to determine value. While modified Ford&#39;s continued to be built by their owners after 1934, this &#39;golden era&#39; of hot rods ended when Ford introduced their 1935 <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-48-68/">Model 48 &amp; 68</a>.

Throughout its history, many Ford models have been modified or hot-rodded. Some of the most popular models used by customizers were the…

Hot Rod / Hi-Boy

Ford Model 18 / 40

In 1932, Ford introduced their new range of full-size V8 powered cars. For 1932, this new V8 powered car was known as the Model 18, and then as the Model 40 from 1933 until 1934. This range of cars was available in a wide range of open and closed body styles, and featured power from a 3.6L V8 engine. As well as standard car body styles, pickup variants were also offered, and were known as the Model 46. Production lasted until 1934, when these cars were replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-48-68/">Ford Model 48 &amp; 68</a>.

In 1932, Ford introduced their new range of full-size V8 powered cars. For 1932, this new V8 powered car was known as the Model 18, and…

Model 18 / 40

The Ford Model B was a series of cars introduced for the 1932 model year that were powered by an inline four engine. The Model B, not to be confused with the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/early-model-b/">Early Model B</a>, was available in a wide range of open and closed body styles such as roadster, cabriolet, sedan, and coupe. Power for this line of cars came from a 3.3L inline four engine, with production of the Model B lasting until 1934.

The Ford Model B was a series of cars introduced for the 1932 model year that were powered by an inline four engine. The Model B, not to be…

Ford Model BB

The Ford Model BB was a series of heavy duty trucks introduced in 1933. This family of trucks succeeded the Model AA, and was offered on a longer platform. THe Model BB was available with a 3.3L inline four or optional 3.6L V8 engine. Ford built the Model BB until 1934, with the model being replaced by Fords&#39; Pre-War Trucks.

The Ford Model BB was a series of heavy duty trucks introduced in 1933. This family of trucks succeeded the Model AA, and was offered on a…

Model BB

Ford Model Y

The Ford Model Y was a family of compact cars built by Ford Europe, and introduced for the 1933 model year. The Model Y was the first Ford car designed to be sold outside of the American market. Ford offered the Model Y in saloon, pickup, van, and estate body styles, all of which were powered by a 933cc engine. This sidevalve inline four cylinder engine generated 8hp, which it sent to the rear wheels via a 3 speed manual transmission. Production of the Ford Model Y lasted until 1937, when it was replaced by the Ford 7Y.

The Ford Model Y was a family of compact cars built by Ford Europe, and introduced for the 1933 model year. The Model Y was the first Ford…

Model Y

Brewster-Ford

The Brewster-Ford was a series of coachbuilt custom luxury cars built on Ford V-8 platforms. These cars were available in four body styles, with the most notable being the town car and convertible. Only an estimated 135 Brewster-Ford&#39;s were built, with the majority being Town Cars. Today, these luxury cars are the only Ford V8 cars recognized by the Classic Car Club of America as full classics.

The Brewster-Ford was a series of coachbuilt custom luxury cars built on Ford V-8 platforms. These cars were available in four body styles,…

Ford Ute (Australia)

The Ford Ute was a series of utility vehicles introduced in 1934 by Ford Australia. &#39;Ute&#39; is an abbreviation for utility, which when related to cars refers to a non-truck body paired with a tonneau cargo compartment. The Australian Ford Utes were available as a roadster or coupe, and were built until 1960, when they were replaced by the Australian Ford Falcon Ute.

The Ford Ute was a series of utility vehicles introduced in 1934 by Ford Australia. 'Ute' is an abbreviation for utility, which when…

Ute (Australia)

Ford Model 48 / 68

The Ford Model 48, and its higher trimmed sibling, the Model 68, were a series of full size cars introduced in 1935. These cars were part of the early Ford V8 family, and were powered by a 3.6L V8 unit. Standard and Deluxe (Model 68) trims were offered, as well as body styles such as roadster, sedan, coupe, convertible, and &#39;woody&#39; station wagon. Ford also built pickup truck versions of these cars, which can be found in the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/pre-war-pickups/">Pre-War Pickups</a> market. Production of the Model 48 &amp; 68 lasted until 1936.

The Ford Model 48, and its higher trimmed sibling, the Model 68, were a series of full size cars introduced in 1935. These cars were part…

Model 48 / 68

Ford Pre-War Pickups

After Ford discontinued the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/model-bb/">Model BB</a> in 1934, the company continued to produce pickups and trucks based on their concurrent full-size models. This family of trucks saw a range of variants such as COE (Cab-Over Engine), stake bed, flat bed, pickup, and panel truck. Initially, the Pre-War Pickups were only available with V8 engines, but in 1941, an inline six option was offered. Production of civilian models stopped in early 1942 due to WW2, and restarted for the 1946 model year. Examples built after the war were mechanically identical to 1942 versions, yet with mildly updated styling. Production continued until 1947 in order for Ford to finalize the Pre-War Pickup&#39;s replacement, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/">Ford F-Series</a>. Pre-War Pickups were built mirroring mechanical developments on the full-size Ford platform, although not always the styling.

After Ford discontinued the Model BB in 1934, the company continued to produce pickups and trucks based on their concurrent full-size…

Pre-War Pickups

Ford Standard & Deluxe

The Ford Standard and Deluxe was a series of full size cars introduced for the 1937 model year. This family of cars was offered in a wide range of body styles such as coupe, convertible, two or four door sedan, and station wagon. Two engine options were available during production, the base 2.2L V8, and optional 3.6L V8 engine. The Deluxe variant was the high trimmed, and more luxurious version, while the Standard represented the base model. Over the course of production, Ford used Model &#39;X&#39; names to designate their higher output engine. Ex: The 1937 Model 74 featured the 60hp V8 engine, as opposed to the Model 78&#39;s 85hp V8 (For 1938: Model 81A, 82A / For 1939 Model 91A, 92A, etc). Production of the Ford Standard &amp; Deluxe lasted until 1940, and was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/deluxe-super-deluxe/">Ford Deluxe &amp; Super Deluxe</a>. During this era, Ford built pickup trucks based off of the full size platform, these trucks can be found in the Ford <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/pre-war-pickups/">Pre-War Pickups</a> market.

The Ford Standard and Deluxe was a series of full size cars introduced for the 1937 model year. This family of cars was offered in a wide…

Standard & Deluxe

Standard / Deluxe

Ford Thames (Europe)

The Ford Thames was a series of commercial vehicles introduced in 1938 by Ford UK. The Thames name was used for a wide range of commercial vehicles, including vans and pickups until 1965, when the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/transit/">Ford Transit</a> was introduced.

The Ford Thames was a series of commercial vehicles introduced in 1938 by Ford UK. The Thames name was used for a wide range of commercial…

Thames (Europe)

Ford Prefect (Europe)

The Ford Prefect was a series of cars introduced for 1939 by Ford UK. The Prefect was the top compact model offered by Ford UK, and was offered in a range of body styles over its production including saloon, tourer, convertible, and van. For the majority of its lifespan, the Prefect was fitted with a 1172cc inline four engine, except for its final two years, when a 1.0L inline four was used. Ford UK built the Prefect until 1961.

The Ford Prefect was a series of cars introduced for 1939 by Ford UK. The Prefect was the top compact model offered by Ford UK, and was…

Prefect (Europe)

Ford Anglia (Europe)

The Ford Anglia was a series of small family cars introduced in 1939 and built by Ford UK. The Anglia was offered in saloon body styles, but panel van variants were also produced. The Australian market Anglia was also built in tourer, roadster, and coupe utility body styles. Ford built the Anglia in four main generations: E04A (1939-1948), E494A (1949-1953), 100E (1953-1959), and 105E (1959-1967). Regardless of the generation, the Anglia was always a front engined, rear wheel drive car powered by an inline four engine. Production of the Ford Anglia ended in 1967, and the model was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/escort-europe/">Ford Escort (Europe)</a>.

The Ford Anglia was a series of small family cars introduced in 1939 and built by Ford UK. The Anglia was offered in saloon body styles,…

Anglia (Europe)

Ford Taunus (Europe)

The Ford Taunus was a series of compact family cars introduced in 1939 by Ford of Germany. This European model was offered in a wide range of body styles over the course of its long production, with sedan, coupe, convertible, and station wagon variants among the most notable. While&nbsp;launched as a unique model, the Taunus became nearly identical to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/escort-europe/">British Ford Escort</a> from 1970 onwards until the end of production in 1994.

The Ford Taunus was a series of compact family cars introduced in 1939 by Ford of Germany. This European model was offered in a wide range…

Taunus (Europe)

Ford Deluxe & Super Deluxe

The Ford Deluxe and Super Deluxe were a series of full-size cars introduced for the 1941 model year. This new series of full size Fords, along with their entry level &#39;Special&#39; variants, was offered in a wide range of body styles, such as sedan, coupe, convertible, sedan delivery, and station wagon. Whereas previous generations of full-size Fords had been offered exclusively with V8 engines, the Deluxe &amp; Super Deluxe family saw the addition of a more economical 3.7L inline six unit alongside the established 3.6L and 3.9L V8 engines. Due to WW2, production was halted early in 1942.&nbsp; After the war, production resumed for 1946 with a mechanically identical model to 1942&#39;s offerings. The most notable post-war variant was the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/deluxe-super-deluxe/sportsman/">Ford Sportsman</a>, a limited production wood panelled convertible. Ford built the Deluxe &amp; Super Deluxe series of cars until 1948, when they introduced their new line, headed by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/custom-deluxe-deluxe/">Ford Custom Deluxe</a>. Ford also produced a range of <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/pre-war-pickups/">Pre-War&nbsp;Pickups</a> based on the full-size platform during these years, with these trucks becoming the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/">F-Series</a> in 1948.

The Ford Deluxe and Super Deluxe were a series of full-size cars introduced for the 1941 model year. This new series of full size Fords,…

Deluxe & Super Deluxe

Deluxe / Super Deluxe

Ford GPA Amphibious

The Ford GPA was a series of amphibious military vehicles built from 1942 until 1943. Also known as the &#39;Seep&#39; (Sea Jeep), the GPA featured selectable four wheel drive and was powered by a 2.2L inline four engine. The GPA was envisioned as a smaller alternative to the six wheel <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/gmc/dukw-amphibious/">GMC DUKW</a>, but the model did not perform as well as desired leading to the model&#39;s discontinuation in 1943 with 12,778 examples built.

The Ford GPA was a series of amphibious military vehicles built from 1942 until 1943. Also known as the 'Seep' (Sea Jeep), the GPA featured…

GPA Amphibious

Ford Pilot (Europe)

The Ford Pilot was a series of mid-size cars introduced in 1947 by Ford UK. Also known as the V8 Pilot, this model was available as a saloon, station wagon, coupe utility, and pickup. Initially the Pilot was powered by a 2.2L V8 engine, but this engine was quickly replaced by a 3.6L V8 unit. Production of the Ford Pilot lasted until 1951.

The Ford Pilot was a series of mid-size cars introduced in 1947 by Ford UK. Also known as the V8 Pilot, this model was available as a…

Pilot (Europe)

Ford Vedette (Europe)

The Ford Vedette is a series of mid-size cars introduced in 1948 by Ford SAF (France). Originally concieved as a smaller alternative to the full size Ford, the project did not see American production. Instead, this project would be sold in France in order to recoup the development costs, the resulting model was named the Vedette. The Vedette was available in a variety of body styles, including hatchback, coupe, cabriolet, and station wagon, and was offered with a choice between a 2.2L or 3.9L V8 engine. Production of the Vedette ended in 1954.

The Ford Vedette is a series of mid-size cars introduced in 1948 by Ford SAF (France). Originally concieved as a smaller alternative to the…

Vedette (Europe)

Ford F-Series

The Ford F-Series is a series of light- and medium-duty trucks (Classes 2&ndash;7) that have been marketed and manufactured by Ford Motor Company. In production since 1948, the F-Series includes full-size pickup trucks, chassis cab trucks, and commercial vehicles. It has been produced in 13 distinct generations.&nbsp;In 1999, during the 10th Generation,&nbsp;the lineup was separated into the F-Series, which continued with the F150 trucks,&nbsp;and the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series-super-duty/">F-Series Super Duty</a>, which began with a new platform for the more commercial oriented versions such as the&nbsp;F250 and F350. The Ford F-Series has been built in thirteen generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1948-1952)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1953-1956)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (1957-1960)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/4th-gen/">4th Gen (1961-1966)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/5th-gen/">5th Gen (1967-1972)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/6th-gen/">6th Gen (1973-1979)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/7th-gen/">7th Gen (1980-1986)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/8th-gen/">8th Gen (1986-1991)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/9th-gen/">9th Gen (1992-1997)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/10th-gen/">10th Gen (1997-2004)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/11th-gen/">11th Gen (2004-2008)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/12th-gen/">12th Gen (2009-2014)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/13th-gen/">13th Gen (2015-2020)</a>, and 14th Gen (2021-).

The Ford F-Series is a series of light- and medium-duty trucks (Classes 2–7) that have been marketed and manufactured by Ford Motor…

F-Series

Ford Custom Deluxe & Deluxe

The Ford Custom Deluxe and Deluxe was a series of full-size cars introduced in 1949. For the first year of production, this family of cars was known as the Custom and Standard, but for 1950 the models were known as the Custom Deluxe and Deluxe. This series of cars was offered in sedan, coupe, convertible, hardtop, and station wagon body styles, and was available with a 3.7L inline six or 3.9L V8 engine. The top trim for the Custom Deluxe was named Crestliner, which when production of the Custom Deluxe ended, the name was used for its successor, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/crestline/">Ford Crestline</a>. The middle and entry level trims became known as the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mainline/">Ford Mainline</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/customline/">Ford Customline</a>.

The Ford Custom Deluxe and Deluxe was a series of full-size cars introduced in 1949. For the first year of production, this family of cars…

Custom Deluxe & Deluxe

Custom Deluxe / Deluxe

Ford Country Squire

The Ford Country Squire (later known as the Ford LTD Country Squire) is a series of station wagons that was assembled by American automaker Ford. The premium station wagon of the Ford division, the Country Squire was distinguished by its external woodgrain trim. From the 1949 (although not named Country Squire until 1950) to 1991 model years, eight generations of the Country Squire were produced: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1949-1951)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1952-1954)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (1955-1956)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/4th-gen/">4th Gen (1957-1959)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/5th-gen/">5th Gen (1960-1964)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/6th-gen/">6th Gen (1965-1968)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/7th-gen/">7th Gen (1969-1978)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/8th-gen/">8th Gen (1979-1991)</a>.

The Ford Country Squire (later known as the Ford LTD Country Squire) is a series of station wagons that was assembled by American automaker…

Country Squire

Ford NASCAR

Ford has actively participated in a wide range of motorsports since the company&#39;s early years. Stock Car racing is a big part of this history, and Ford has won numerous NASCAR championships. Numerous models such as the Taurus, Thunderbird, Fairline, and Fusion have been notable examples of cars that have seen their nameplates used for race cars.

Ford has actively participated in a wide range of motorsports since the company's early years. Stock Car racing is a big part of this…

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Ford Cométe (Europe)

The Ford Com&eacute;te was a series of luxury cars introduced in 1951 by Ford SAF (France). The Com&eacute;te was created to be Ford SAF&#39;s luxury model, and was offered exclusively as a two door coupe altough an alleged two convertible versions were built. These front engined cars were powered by a V8 engine that grew in displacement over production from 2.2L to 4.0L. While Ford built the underpinnings, the stylish Com&eacute;te was bodied by FACEL, who would eventually produce their own line of cars as <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/facel-vega">Facel Vega</a>. Production of the Ford Com&eacute;te ended in 1954, although <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/simca">Simca</a> continued to build the car under their brand for 1955.

The Ford Cométe was a series of luxury cars introduced in 1951 by Ford SAF (France). The Cométe was created to be Ford SAF's luxury model,…

Cométe (Europe)

Ford Consul (Europe)

The Ford Consul was a series of compact cars built by Ford UK and introduced in 1951. The Consul was built in sedan, station wagon, and convertible, and was offered in two generations (1951-1962, 1972-1975). Production of the Ford Consul lasted until 1975.

The Ford Consul was a series of compact cars built by Ford UK and introduced in 1951. The Consul was built in sedan, station wagon, and…

Consul (Europe)

Ford Crestline

The Ford Crestline was a series of full size luxury cars introduced for the 1952 model year. The Crestline was Ford&#39;s top offering during its production, and was available as a sedan (Fordor), convertible (Sunliner), two door hardtop (Victoria), and station wagon (<a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/country-squire/">Country Squire</a>). For 1954, Ford also offered a glass roof variant known as the Skyliner. Two engine options were available for the Crestline, a 3.7L inline six engine, or a 4.0L V8 unit. Production of the Ford Crestline lasted until 1954, and the model was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane">Ford Fairlane</a>.

The Ford Crestline was a series of full size luxury cars introduced for the 1952 model year. The Crestline was Ford's top offering during…

Crestline

Ford Mainline

The Ford Mainline was a series of entry-level full size models introduced for the 1952 model year. The Mainline was placed under the other two full size variants, the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/customline/">Customline</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/crestline/">Crestline</a>, and was offered as a two or four door sedan, coupe, or station wagon (<a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/ranch-wagon/">Ranch Wagon</a>). The Mainline was available with a selection of an inline six or V8 engine, and was produced until 1956.

The Ford Mainline was a series of entry-level full size models introduced for the 1952 model year. The Mainline was placed under the other…

Mainline

Ford Customline

The Ford Customline was a series of intermediate full-size models introduced for the 1952 model year. The Customline was positioned below the top of the line <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/crestline/">Ford Crestline</a>, and was built in two generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/customline/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1952-1954)</a> and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/customline/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1955-1956)</a>. Sedan, coupe, hardtop, and station wagon versions were available. Throughout production the Customline was offered with a standard inline six engine, or optional V8 unit.

The Ford Customline was a series of intermediate full-size models introduced for the 1952 model year. The Customline was positioned below…

Customline

Ford Country Sedan

The Ford Country Sedan was a series of station wagons introduced for the 1952 model year. The Country Sedan was always available as a full size four door model, representing the mid-range Ford station wagon. Initially, the Country Sedan was offered as part of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/customline/">Customline</a> family, but later in its life it was based on the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/galaxie/">Ford Galaxie</a>. The Country Sedan was fitted with a range of inline six or V8 engines, and was in production until 1974.

The Ford Country Sedan was a series of station wagons introduced for the 1952 model year. The Country Sedan was always available as a full…

Country Sedan

Ford Ranch Wagon

The Ford Ranch Wagon was a series of station wagons introduced for the 1952 model year. For the majority of its life, the Ranch Wagon was an entry level full size station wagon, built in two or four door versions. Initially, the Ranch Wagon was only offered as part of the Ford <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/mainline/">Mainline</a>, but in 1954 a <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/customline/">Customline</a> version was introduced. For 1963 and 1964, the Ranch Wagon was part of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane">Ford Fairlane</a> family, with these two years being the only two years the model was offered in the intermediate category. Production of full size Ranch Wagons resumed in 1965 until 1974, when Ford discontinued the Ranch Wagon name.

The Ford Ranch Wagon was a series of station wagons introduced for the 1952 model year. For the majority of its life, the Ranch Wagon was…

Ranch Wagon

Ford Courier

The Ford Courier was first introduced for the 1952 model year. When it debuted, the Courier name was used for a series of sedan delivery cars based on Ford&#39;s full size models. The <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/courier/1st-gen/">First Generation Courier</a> was built until 1960, and the name was dormant until 1972, when Ford began to sell a series of compact pickup trucks based on the Mazda B-Series for the North American market. This <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/courier/2nd-gen/">Second Generation Courier</a> was sold in North America until 1982, when it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/ranger/">Ford Ranger</a>. The Courier pickup has remained in production for a variety of foreign markets such as Australia.

The Ford Courier was first introduced for the 1952 model year. When it debuted, the Courier name was used for a series of sedan delivery…

Courier

Ford C Series

The Ford C Series was a series of medium duty trucks introduced in for the 1953 model year. Initially, Ford&#39;s medium duty line was part of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/f-series/">Ford F-Series</a>, but in 1953, the F-5, F-6, F-7, &amp; F-8 were renamed the C-500, C-600, C-700, and C-800 respectively. The C Series was offered for a wide variety of purposes such as fire trucks and flatbed haulers. A range of inline 6 and V8 engine were available, as were Diesel options, with these variants differentiated by an extra &#39;0&#39; at the end of the name (ex: C-8000). Production of the Ford C Series lasted until 1990.

The Ford C Series was a series of medium duty trucks introduced in for the 1953 model year. Initially, Ford's medium duty line was part of…

C Series

Ford Zodiac (Europe)

The Ford Zodiac was a series of luxury cars introduced in 1954 by Ford UK. The Zodiac was an upmarket version of the Ford Zephyr, and was largely offered as a four door sedan, although a few station wagon conversions are known to exist. Two tone paint and leather interiors help differentiate the Zodiac from the Zephyr on which it&#39;s based. Four generations of Zodiac were built (Mark I, Mark II, Mark III, and Mark IV), all of which were powered by an inline six engine. Production of the Ford Zodiac lasted until 1972.

The Ford Zodiac was a series of luxury cars introduced in 1954 by Ford UK. The Zodiac was an upmarket version of the Ford Zephyr, and was…

Zodiac (Europe)

Ford Fairlane

The Ford Fairlane is an automobile model that was sold between 1955 and 1970 by Ford in North America. The name is derived from Henry Ford&#39;s estate, Fair Lane, near Dearborn, Michigan. Over time, the name referred to a number of different cars in different classes; the Fairlane was initially a full-sized car, but became a mid-sized car from the 1962 model year. Ford built the Fairlane in seven generations: <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/1st-gen/">1st Gen (1955-1956)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/2nd-gen/">2nd Gen (1957-1959)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/3rd-gen/">3rd Gen (1960-1961)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/4th-gen/">4th Gen (1962-1965)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/5th-gen/">5th Gen (1966-1967)</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/6th-gen/">6th Gen (1968-1969)</a>, and <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/7th-gen/">7th Gen (1970)</a>.

The Ford Fairlane is an automobile model that was sold between 1955 and 1970 by Ford in North America. The name is derived from Henry…

Fairlane

Ford Thunderbird

Ford Thunderbird (colloquially called the T-Bird) is a nameplate that was used by Ford from model years 1955 to 1997 and 2002 to 2005 over eleven model generations. Introduced as a two-seat convertible, the Thunderbird was produced in a number of body configurations through its production life, including four-seat hardtop coupe, four-seat convertible, five-seat convertible and hardtop, four-door pillared hardtop sedan, six-passenger hardtop coupe, and five passenger pillared coupe, with the final generation produced as a two-seat convertible. The 1958 addition of a rear seat to the Thunderbird, while initially controversial, marked the creation of market segment eventually known as personal luxury vehicles. An American interpretation of the grand tourer, personal luxury cars were built with a higher emphasis on driving comfort and convenience features over handling and high-speed performance.

Ford Thunderbird (colloquially called the T-Bird) is a nameplate that was used by Ford from model years 1955 to 1997 and 2002 to 2005 over…

Thunderbird

Ford Parklane

The Ford Parklane was a series of two door station wagons available only for the 1956 model year. The Parklane was well equipped, and was offered with a 3.7L inline six or 4.8L V8 engine. In addition to the standard manual, a Ford-O-Matic automatic transmission was also available. The Parklane was only offered in 1956, with 15,186 examples built before it was replaced by the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/del-rio/">Ford Del Rio</a>.

The Ford Parklane was a series of two door station wagons available only for the 1956 model year. The Parklane was well equipped, and was…

Parklane

Ford Squire (Europe)

The Ford Squire was a series of compact station wagons built by Ford UK, and introduced for the 1956 model year. The Squire was offered as a two door station wagon powered by a 1.2L inline four engine. A total of 17,812 examples were built before the end of production in 1959.

The Ford Squire was a series of compact station wagons built by Ford UK, and introduced for the 1956 model year. The Squire was offered as…

Squire (Europe)

Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner / Galaxie Skyliner

The Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner is a two-door full-size car with a retractable hardtop that was produced by Ford Motor Company for the model years 1957 to 1959. The Fairlane 500 Skyliner was launched as part of the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/fairlane/2nd-gen/">Second Generation Ford Fairlane</a>, although in 1959 the model name changed to Ford Galaxie Skyliner very shortly after production of the 1959 models had started. 1959 was also the first year the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/galaxie/">Ford Galaxie</a> was offered. The retractable roof mechanism &ndash; also known as &quot;Hide-Away Hardtop&quot; &ndash; was unique to Ford branded products, and was not offered on Continental, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/lincoln/">Lincoln</a>, <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/mercury/">Mercury</a>, or Edsel branded vehicles during this time period. A total of 48,394 units were built.

The Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner is a two-door full-size car with a retractable hardtop that was produced by Ford Motor Company for the model…

Fairlane 500 Skyliner / Galaxie Skyliner

Fairlane 500 Skyliner

Ford Del Rio

The Ford Del Rio was a series of full size station wagons introduced for the 1957 model year. The Del Rio was only available as a two door station wagon, and was the successor to the <a href="https://www.classic.com/m/ford/parklane/">Ford Parklane</a>. Ford offered the Del Rio with an optional 5.4L or 5.8L V8 engine, with a 3.7L inline six being standard. Prodution of the Ford Del Rio only lasted for two model years before the model was discontinued in 1958.

The Ford Del Rio was a series of full size station wagons introduced for the 1957 model year. The Del Rio was only available as a two door…

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