1948 Ford Super Deluxe
Convertible
G.I. Joe In a Buying Mood
1948 started out with many question marks for the Ford Motor Company. Eight
months earlier, its founder and inspiration, Henry Ford, had passed away. The
combination of the Great Depression in the 30s and WWII in the 40s, had made
Fords financial situation shaky. Add these to a 1948 product line that had very
few changes from the previous year as Ford had put all their efforts into the
completely restyled 1949 line, and you can imagine how worried the auto
executives were during this time.But the US economy and consumers came to Fords
rescue. The Post-War boom had begun and the demand for cars was greater than
ever. By mid-year, Ford had topped their 1947 production and actually switched
to producing the new 1949 line.
Only Convertible Ford Made in 1948
The National Motor Museum Mint is proud to present this 1:18 scale precision
die cast replica of the Super Deluxe Convertible, the only convertible in Forts
1948 line. This sporty beauty features opening doors, hood, trunk, working
steering system, folding leather-look front seats and an eye-popping dark green
factory baked-enamel finish. It looks every bit as good as they did rolling off
the Ford assembly line over 50 years ago.
Model Features
Opening Doors
Detailed V8 Engine
Chrome Accents & Trim
Working Steering System
Detailed Leather-Look Interior
Opening Hood and Trunk with Spare Tire
Precision Die-Cast Replica
Baked Enamel Finish
1:18 Scale Model
11 inches long