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Old 03-20-2011, 03:20 PM   #21
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Hi,

I'm hoping this thread is still active.

I recently came across some Ford shift knobs while going through my deceased uncle's belongings. Just about the only info I have found is this thread; I'm hoping someone can tell me more about them and/or what they might be worth.

They sound like what Terry, OH described:

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There were many souveniors from the anniversary expo, including gear shift knobs with the lone star in the center. This was not the only expo that Ford attended in 36, Cleveland was another
Description: Ford gear shift knob in brown bakelite, with silver medallion containing a star with "Ford" & "Dallas" and the years 1836- 1936.

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Any help will be much appreciated!

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Old 03-24-2011, 11:04 AM   #22
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sbdivemaster;
You have an original. As for it's worth, the Texas and Great Lakes are rather rare, and can easily be mid 3 digits on e-bay. I would suggest you hang on to the great piece of family history. It truly is a collectible.
As for the history, I would GOOGLE 1936 Texas Centennial -- there is a lot of information out there.
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Old 03-24-2011, 11:48 AM   #23
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nelsb01,

Thank you for the reply and the information. I did do a little research based on your suggestion. Whoa! People are really into the 1936 Centennial collectibles.

I actually have two of these; the one in the photo is in very good condition The second one, has some minor cracking near the silver medallion. I can get some pictures posted if you would like to see.

I am not a collector of Ford or 1936 Centennial memorabilia, and I am trying to cover some expenses from my uncle's death. Would you be interested in purchasing these?

Thanks.
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Old 03-24-2011, 01:03 PM   #24
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advertise them here in the 4sale Swap Meet section, in the EFV8C/A Classifieds, and maybe on ebay as well. You must make it well known that these are originals. I see some original gear shift knobs going for some pretty good $$'s on ebay.
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Old 03-26-2011, 06:32 PM   #25
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OK I posted an ad in the Swap Meet section:

http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=32490
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Old 03-27-2011, 11:42 AM   #26
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This is the Dallas gear shift knob being offered at the Eastern & Central Nationals meets this summer. It is being graciously donated by Dennis Carpenter. I can only speak for the Central Meet, but all proceeds from the sale of the knobs will benefit the Early Ford V-8 Foundation Museum. There should be knobs left over and available from the Foundation Museum.

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Old 03-27-2011, 12:23 PM   #27
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I sold the second shift knob, with the cracks; I have posted an ad in the Swap Meet section for the one that is in VG-Excellent condition:

http://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=32490
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I know this is a stretch and opening a very old post but thought I would give it a try. I have a 36 Fordor Deluxe that has been in the family for about 50 years. It came with an original 1936 Texas Centennial gear shift knob.

I wonder if the book by: Lorin Sorenson, "The Ford Shows" would show any of the Ford cars on display, assuming there where some. I hate to buy the book if there aren't cars shown. Just wondering if anyone might have the book or know of its content.
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Old 06-18-2020, 12:12 PM   #29
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Yes, in Chapter 6 - 1936 Texas Centennial Celebration - of that book, several pictures of 1936 Ford cars displayed plus the 'mechanics in white coveralls' the OP described. Buy the book, you'll enjoy it....
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Our very original '37 coupe has one of those early shift knobs on it, installed by the original owner who passed-away in '99. I was able to purchase the car in 2001.
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Old 06-18-2020, 07:16 PM   #31
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Thanks so much, I will add it to my list.
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Old 06-19-2020, 06:30 AM   #32
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As mentioned above the Early Ford Foundation in Auburn also had some of the reproduction knobs for sale. Contact them if interested. Anyone have a 1936 Great Lakes Exposition, Cleveland, shift knob? I would love to see a photo!
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