theconvertibleguy Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 (edited) This is probably one of the more unique finds that I've seen on a average site like kijiji. Never even heard of this model. Possibly European? https://www.kijiji.ca/v-classic-cars/winnipeg/1932-ford-b400/1687394874 Quote 1932 Ford B400 Convertible Sedan- all original- in storage since 1959 - ready to restore or hot rod - best offer Edited April 6 by theconvertibleguy (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
classiclines Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 why is the floor in front of the seats missing?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bloo Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SparkEE Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 (edited) Production numbers on the preceding A400 (may be more authoritative source) : https://www.mcecars.com/vehicles/715/1931-ford-model-a400# Edited March 6 by SparkEE (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twisted Shifter Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 (edited) I did a real double-take when I saw this post. Van Der Brink auctions sold a very similar B400 in 2020. It even was without floor boards. The interior on the one listed in this post appears to be leather while Van Der Brink's is beadford cloth, plus there are many other differences. The OP car is probably Canadian built. Just made me wonder for a while in this age of deception and scams. CN$68,500 = US$50,425. (probably not an unreasonable price) Check it out yourself: https://www.vanderbrinkauctions.com/lot-item/5ra/ (even without floor boards) Edited March 6 by Twisted Shifter (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1912Staver Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 B 400's { and A 400's } are normal North American production. But yes, quite low production numbers. Survivors are reasonably rare , and quite desirable. Gimli eh . 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
58L-Y8 Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 The Standard Catalog of American Cars, 1805-1942, edited by B. R. Kimes and H. A. Clark states production totals as follows: 1932 Ford V8 Model 18 2dr convertible sedan: 842. 1932 Ford 4-cyl. Model B 2dr convertible sedan: 41. In each case, these were the highest-priced Fords offered at $650 and $600 respectively. Let's hope the next owner has the decency and intelligence to preserve the car in its original condition. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leif in Calif Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 Is '32 the last year for this body style? I knew of them as Model A's but not later. It was revived by Jaguar in the 80's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motoringicons Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 A VERY RARE and desirable Ford V-8. Well worth the money. I think the Van Der Brink Auctions had two of them, both were ROUGH, and they sold upwards near 100K. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StillOutThere Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 Wait a minute. What about Lois Lane's (Superman series) '51 Nash Rambler Custom? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crusty Trucker Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 (edited) 2 hours ago, StillOutThere said: Wait a minute. What about Lois Lane's (Superman series) '51 Nash Rambler Custom? ... and the Morris Minor? And the Frazer Manhattan convertible Fiat 500 Edited March 6 by Crusty Trucker (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Y Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 2 hours ago, motoringicons said: A VERY RARE and desirable Ford V-8. Well worth the money. I think the Van Der Brink Auctions had two of them, both were ROUGH, and they sold upwards near 100K. I agree. It appears to have a 1932 V-8 in the engine bay too, as opposed to a newer V-8 Need more/better photos to be sure, but looks good at first glance Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theconvertibleguy Posted March 6 Author Share Posted March 6 1 hour ago, StillOutThere said: Wait a minute. What about Lois Lane's (Superman series) '51 Nash Rambler Custom? Wow that was my dad's first car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lee H Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 Named after the social elite of NYC in the late 19th century. 400 was purportedly the number of people who could fit in Mrs. Astor’s ballroom. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Y Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 1 hour ago, Lee H said: Named after the social elite of NYC in the late 19th century. 400 was purportedly the number of people who could fit in Mrs. Astor’s ballroom. Maybe, but I think the real reason for using the name "400" is: My opinion, not Gospel, is the Ford 400 is a reference to Fortune magazine, which once a year ran an issue dedicated to the: ' 400 Richest Americans' As a group often referend to as "THE 400" or individually "one of the 400". During movies of the 20's and30's actors or actress will often say lines such as, "Mr. Belvedere is one of THE 400, you know" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1957Birdman Posted March 6 Share Posted March 6 It would be a crying shame if this car was not restored to original. Lew Bachman 1957 Thunderbird 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matej1991 Posted March 7 Share Posted March 7 How to find out where it is made. Are there differences between manufacturing in the US, Canada and Europe? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted March 7 Share Posted March 7 Canada built used Robertson screw heads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matej1991 Posted March 7 Share Posted March 7 52 minutes ago, JFranklin said: Canada built used Robertson screw heads. Can you tell me where I can find them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 4 hours ago, Matej1991 said: Can you tell me where I can find them? To buy or see? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matej1991 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 13 hours ago, JFranklin said: To buy or see? Where can I find them on the car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFranklin Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 They are a type of screw that was used instead of the slotted ones used in the USA. Just take a look. If they were used you will see them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matej1991 Posted March 15 Share Posted March 15 According to the information given to me by the seller, it is Canadian production. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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