1936 Ford V8 Light Tray Truck
Sold: $27,000
Specifications
| Engine | V8,221cid |
|---|---|
| Gearbox | 4-Speed Manual |
| Body Work | Truck |
| Colour | Marone/Black |
| Interior | Brown |
| Trim | Vinyl |
| Wheels | Steel disc |
| Brakes | Drum |
Description
For 1936, the Ford V-8 continued with the famouns 221ci flathead V-8 engine first seen in 1932. Although it acquired a new name, 'V8-68', mechanically it was unchanged from 1935. The 'flatty' developed 85bhp at 3800rpm, running a Stromberg two-barrel carburettor with a 6.3:1 compression ratio.
Matching the engine, the 1936 model range was known as the '68' and was an evolution of the much-improved 1935 series. Total Ford production in 1936 was 791,812 units. A new grille and rear fenders updated the looks, and as usual many bodystyles were available.
A number of Canadian-built Fords were exported to Australia and assembled locally - these differed from the American cars in minor ways, with some unique body styles like the Coupe Utility. The V-8 Fords earned a reputation for having great performance potential and cleaned up in stock car events during the Thirties. A Ford was even the getaway car of choice for criminals like Bonnie and Clyde, the latter writing a testimonial singing the praises of the V-8.
