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Woody is a 1942 Ford Woody Wagon. If you believe the guys in the national club, it should be spelled Woodie, but pbblt on them. I freestyle.
I have read a ton, and spoken to lots of people who know, but there appear to be conflicts, and I suppose errors, in general understanding of the 1941-1942 models. Also, descriptions of particular models seem to be a bit off. Nobody I can find has ever seen some of them, or even heard of such things. So.
In 1941, Ford woodies got cool new styling. The model lines were called Standard, Deluxe, and Super Deluxe. This is sort of like minivan, minivan with nicer seats, and Eddie Bauer minivan. Some people say that the Super Deluxe had leather seats. It never did; all were an attractive and durable leatherette.
In 1942, the styling got even better, with new hoods, fenders, grilles, and trim. For me, the key thing is that all the doors had roll-up windows. Makes it much more livable for beach activities (and anywhere else you go with more than one passenger). I don't need my car pillow because the front seat is now adjustable (but it's still kind of a stretch for me). And check it out: you could lock it! Even the spare! Thank god for small favors.
It is written that 4,916 Super Deluxe woodies (the only ones made that year, say some; others say some Deluxes were made, probably for the military) were produced. Baloney, say some other people, far fewer. One book said 5,483, another 1,222. With such precise numbers, you'd think someone would have the definitive answer.
Ford ceased production on February 10, 1942 for the duration of World War II.
Woody is 114 inches long (wheelbase), bigger, heavier, longer and lower than previous models. Very comfortable for eight. He has a 90 hp V-8 flathead, even though a 6 cylinder was offered for economy. It is written that the V-8 was dropped. It was not. He has three-on-the-tree. Woody cost $1,015 (although someone else says $1,265). His body was built at Iron Mountain, and has maple framing and basswood roof slats. His top is brown artificial leather- hey, nice hair!
We're not sure what his color was called. He has his original paint, and it's sort of a flesh color. Here are the choices:
Black (nope)
Florentine Blue (don't think so)
Newcastle Grey (um..)
Niles Blue Green (doubt it)
Fathom Blue (hey, no blue already)
Moselle Maroon (you kidding?)
So, the winner must be [drum roll]: Newcastle Grey! Go figure.
Lots of famous people drove 1941-1942 woodies, like Tyrone Powers. Woody is in great company, although the paparazzi are sometimes a problem.
As the 1940 ad says:
The Ford Deluxe Station Wagon is eminently appropriate for the country estate, the private school, resort or country club. It is ideal for meeting guests at airport, station or dock...for transporting equipment to sporting events...for picnics, outings and other occasions. Other uses include engineers, surveyors, telephone maintenance and repair crews, and scientific expeditions.
I wonder if AT&T uses one. My reception is kind of spotty.
I have read a ton, and spoken to lots of people who know, but there appear to be conflicts, and I suppose errors, in general understanding of the 1941-1942 models. Also, descriptions of particular models seem to be a bit off. Nobody I can find has ever seen some of them, or even heard of such things. So.
In 1941, Ford woodies got cool new styling. The model lines were called Standard, Deluxe, and Super Deluxe. This is sort of like minivan, minivan with nicer seats, and Eddie Bauer minivan. Some people say that the Super Deluxe had leather seats. It never did; all were an attractive and durable leatherette.
In 1942, the styling got even better, with new hoods, fenders, grilles, and trim. For me, the key thing is that all the doors had roll-up windows. Makes it much more livable for beach activities (and anywhere else you go with more than one passenger). I don't need my car pillow because the front seat is now adjustable (but it's still kind of a stretch for me). And check it out: you could lock it! Even the spare! Thank god for small favors.
It is written that 4,916 Super Deluxe woodies (the only ones made that year, say some; others say some Deluxes were made, probably for the military) were produced. Baloney, say some other people, far fewer. One book said 5,483, another 1,222. With such precise numbers, you'd think someone would have the definitive answer.
Ford ceased production on February 10, 1942 for the duration of World War II.
Woody is 114 inches long (wheelbase), bigger, heavier, longer and lower than previous models. Very comfortable for eight. He has a 90 hp V-8 flathead, even though a 6 cylinder was offered for economy. It is written that the V-8 was dropped. It was not. He has three-on-the-tree. Woody cost $1,015 (although someone else says $1,265). His body was built at Iron Mountain, and has maple framing and basswood roof slats. His top is brown artificial leather- hey, nice hair!
We're not sure what his color was called. He has his original paint, and it's sort of a flesh color. Here are the choices:
Black (nope)
Florentine Blue (don't think so)
Newcastle Grey (um..)
Niles Blue Green (doubt it)
Fathom Blue (hey, no blue already)
Moselle Maroon (you kidding?)
So, the winner must be [drum roll]: Newcastle Grey! Go figure.
Lots of famous people drove 1941-1942 woodies, like Tyrone Powers. Woody is in great company, although the paparazzi are sometimes a problem.
As the 1940 ad says:
The Ford Deluxe Station Wagon is eminently appropriate for the country estate, the private school, resort or country club. It is ideal for meeting guests at airport, station or dock...for transporting equipment to sporting events...for picnics, outings and other occasions. Other uses include engineers, surveyors, telephone maintenance and repair crews, and scientific expeditions.
I wonder if AT&T uses one. My reception is kind of spotty.
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