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07-24-2018, 02:54 PM | #1 |
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1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
Have a 33 3-W coupe that I want to start working on. Needs a lot of detail parts and work but should restore nicely. It was originally a standard model which is unusual today. My question is, should I restore as a standard model or change to a deluxe model. Add right taillight, cowl lights, dual chrome horns, ash tray, lighter, speedo, chrome windshield frame, painted vs wood grained dash/moldings.
Does it change the value or desirability, + or -, very much. |
07-24-2018, 03:00 PM | #2 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
My .02 worth is leave it a standard.....Deluxe models are more common, it would be refreashing for me to see a standard! OH and PLEASE no whitewall tires on it!!! My $.02
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07-24-2018, 03:05 PM | #3 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
Les than 6600 std 3W coupes produced domestically in '33
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07-24-2018, 03:17 PM | #4 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
With that wonderful body style, Only a few average people would likely notice the difference. The basic model would save adding the few parts that make the difference.
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07-24-2018, 03:50 PM | #5 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
If desirability includes unique as a criteria, then a restoration of it as built better fits that term. You can bet that a majority of the survivors of the 6600 built that have been restored have been converted into the deluxe version.
I've a couple of '32 and '33 standard open cars and they are being restored as built. |
07-24-2018, 04:21 PM | #6 |
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07-24-2018, 06:28 PM | #7 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
Rumble seats for all North American '32-'34 coupes, with the exception of '32 sport coupes, were optional at extra cost.
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07-25-2018, 08:28 AM | #8 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
I kept my 34 5 window a standard and those in the know appreciated it.
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07-25-2018, 09:13 AM | #9 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
I would add right tail light for safety reasons. Jack
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07-25-2018, 09:33 AM | #10 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
Three of my '35's are standard models, and you couldn't pay me enough to convert any of these cars to deluxe models. I will admit that I do not like having only one taillight, so I have added a "BrakeLighter" bar in the back window of my avatar, and have a plan to add a right side taillight without mounting it in the fender like a deluxe model.
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07-25-2018, 09:34 AM | #11 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
Or one of the add-on rear window lights, they can be found with brake and right and left turn.
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07-25-2018, 09:42 AM | #12 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
I am typing before research....
I thought all 3 windows were produced as deluxe..... |
07-25-2018, 09:51 AM | #13 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
In the '33 model year (only) the 3-window coupe was offered in both the standard and deluxe configurations, at least in the U.S..
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07-25-2018, 09:56 AM | #14 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
The addition of the second tail lamp and cowl lamps does not a deluxe make as those items were available as dealer-installed extra equipment and in some jurisdictions, one or both of them were required on all vehicles.
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07-25-2018, 12:47 PM | #15 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
Thanks for that last post.Now I don't feel bad that I installed the right tail light on my 33 std tudor.
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07-25-2018, 01:14 PM | #16 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
It is one thing to leave a trailer queen with a single tail lamp, but quite another for a car being driven, day or night, especially given how anemic and small were the original lights.
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08-07-2018, 04:53 AM | #17 |
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Re: 1933 Ford 3-W Cp Deluxe vs Strandard
David- i agree my 1934 Standard Fordor is fitted with Twin tail lights and cowl lights - Many times I have been told that they are incorrect for my car . However original photos from when the car was very new suggest these were dealer installed when the car was purchased,-Karl
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