In 1934, Ford blanketed much of the automobile market, offering a wide range of no fewer than 12 distinct models to the buying public. Available models ranged from basic coupes, roadsters, and two-door sedans to more luxurious and well-appointed cabriolets, convertible sedans, and four-door sedans. Most importantly, Ford put high-quality automobiles within reach of ordinary Americans with low prices and rock-solid reliability.

While some buyers might have only been able to afford a basic four-cylinder, two-door coupe priced from $465, the handsome $590 V-8 cabriolet was one of the upscale models that brought them into Ford showrooms. Equipped with roll-up windows and a snug cloth top, the cabriolet combined comfortable and complete appointments with the performance benefits of Ford’s steadily refined 85-hp V-8 engine and sturdy yet lightweight construction.

The DeLuxe cabriolet offered here is beautifully presented in black with a broadcloth interior in the correct pattern, exceptional wood-grained trim (including the dashboard and window turns), and proper Ford script glass in the side windows and back window. The bodywork is impressively straight, with fresh welting and rubber seats, and the brightwork, including both chrome and stainless, is very attractive. Its engine bay has an excellent, stock appearance, with an original air cleaner and generator, factory manifolds and exhaust, and proper detailing down to the correct hose clamps. Desirable accessories fitted included a Ford radio, jewel cigar lighter, rear-view mirror with clock, dual horns, “greyhound” radiator mascot, dual cowl lights, locking gas cap, and bumper guards, as well as wire wheels with trim rings.

A very fine example that will please even the most devout Ford enthusiast, this is among the nicest 1934 Ford cabriolets available, with an impressive, correct look that makes it a standout even among the rarefied few.