The Ford Sedan Delivery dates back to the 1930s but is best known for its run from 1957 to 1959 and 1960 to 1965. During those periods, it was based on a 2-door station wagon but without side windows. It was a full-size vehicle in ’57-59, switching to the compact Falcon platform in the 1960s. This 1964 edition, which has been stored for 43 years, is one of just 776 made that year, as demand had long since peaked. Covered with mud and dirt from storage, this Ford is in Richmond, Kentucky, and is available here on Facebook Marketplace for $7,500 OBO.
With truck and van production growing after World War II, demand for automobile-based workhorses like the Sedan Delivery (also referred to in the 1950s as the Courier) declined rapidly. When Ford rolled out the Falcon compact in 1960, the bean counters thought demand might perk up with a smaller package. That turned out not to be the case, and the Sedan Delivery disappeared after the 1965 model year at only 649 copies. So, the Falcon Sedan Delivery is a rare commodity these days.
As is typical with Marketplace ads, few details are provided. We’re told it was last on the road in 1983, but why that status changed isn’t known. It has an inline-6 engine, probably displacing 170 cubic inches (no pics), and a standard transmission (“3-on-the-tree”?). Because it has been sitting for so long, the engine and brakes are locked up. Meaning you’ll have to drag it around or put it on dollies.
We’re told this is a solid vehicle for a restoration. And there’s no mention of corrosion. But since these were unibody machines, surely there is something to have to reckon with. We’re guessing there’s white paint (or light green) under all the grime, and the interior’s condition isn’t divulged (also no pics). For what appears to be a top-dollar price tag for a project vehicle, we wish the listing included more details and photos. Thanks to “Pnuts” for uncovering this tip!
Could be an awesome car, but who can tell. If they can’t even take the time to hose it off, then there must be all manner of horrors we can’t see.
$750 seems more appropriate. What a shame for what could be such a cool car.
I was thinking the same thing, an extra zero in there!
Talk about a blind spot.
No outside mirror nor any glass behind the passenger side door would make this rather stressful to drive in traffic. At least the mirror is easily added.
I actually have a NOS right hand mirror for one of these. NIB. A very sweet unit here!
i prefer the small triangular ‘opening’ seen on same era Econobx, easily miged -in that spot… It’s alot in the driving hx/experience, but agreed. Something for LHD intersection-viewing benefits abit. But not necessary even in today’s traffic.
This rig hasa lota potential if acquired @ a lower price (ie due to the bring-em-back costs). Didnt realize they were so rare (just this later ‘square body’?), Russ. Also like the ‘round body’ a lill better (’60/3). That or same ina ‘chero. Either in SCCA livery. Both a multipurpose utility/sports, & DD.
Cleaning it off would be a good start here and I am sure it would make a nice cruiser when it is restored. Never seen one because few were made.
Someone needs to introduce this seller to something called a hose and something called water. Sheesh.
Terrible pictures, but still cool.
The Panther is right. Too little info to justify 7,500. If it was nearby, I would drive by and look it over. Back in 72 I considered a 65 Wagon, but it had been a home for numerous cats for 2 years. Found a 66 Mustang with a blown engine.
So rarely see Sedan Deliverys, hope someone brings it back to life.
Ridiculous. Period.
For $7500.00 at least wash it with zero interior pictures and no engine pictures on top of that the asking price is way high.
Probably hiding sonething by not washing it off. I’m dure interior and engine pics would help. Either way, as is it ain’t worth 7,500. Present yourself a little better next time.
In the post war years Ford had a sedan delivery from ’46 to ’48. They skipped ’49 to ’51, then they reappeared again in ’52 to ’59 as the Courier. The also made a full size Courier in ’60 but it was 2dr wagon with no back seat. After that Ford’s sedan delivery was only offered in the Falcon line. I remember our local Coca-Cola distributer had some ’64-’65 Falcon deliveries. I miss the days when a manufacturer used one platform for a bunch of different vehicles. It sure made finding parts easier.
back then item costs more closely matched wage/income. ALL companies produced multi-offers (in autos: 5 trim levels, 4, 5 engines, 2, 3 transmissions,
coup, sedan, vert, FB, notch back, wagon, coupeUtility). THEREFORE more models to attract more customers’ (dollars). Good competition = more for the customer.
I used to see these at Illinois State University quite a bit as a kid. As a special needs student, I
was sent to one of their lab schools to get my education and it seemed that these things were
everywhere. It wasn’t that uncommon to see one pull up to
the entrance of our school to drop off whatever supplies they
might need. Their units were a
dark shade of red with the University logo on the doors. Once finished, it would make a great Door Dash vehicle. But it seems our seller has a lot to learn about how to make an already desirable car even more so by cleaning it up and giving us
some shots of the engine and the
interior. Just because you say it’s
worth $7K doesn’t make it so. My
advice to the seller would be to wash it, get a bit more free with
the photos, and MAYBE, just maybe, you’ll get your price. As for the car, these things were so
simple to work on that you could
probably have a really nice car after you put another $8K or so
into it– even less if you do the work yourself. so what if the engine’s locked up. Ford made a
lot of different sizes of 6 cylinder
engines to choose from. Me, I’d
drop in a tweaked 300 six, get the
brakes done, and then drive and
enjoy it. That is, after I got it cleaned up! $1K and I’m feeling
generous!
Not a dime over 850.00
As far as I can see. Only the rear wheels are locked up. (drag tracks only behind the rear wheels.) One thing I have learned from watching Wayne Carini Rear wheel only lock up is usually parking brake stuck. Following his example a big hammer bang on the back of the brake backing plate “usually ” “sets the rear wheels free”! Luckily, it looks like it lived under a roof for all those years. And I don’t see any rust through. But the rust may be hidden my all the mud/dirt. The Ranchero versions rust badly behind the cab. But since that area is closed off on this model. It most likely doesn’t have that issue. And Ken, I like the idea of the 300 6 cylinder. (If it fits as it is longer than the 170-200 engines.) If it fits, then use a ’86 or newer fuel injected version. And use a T5 5 speed. If the 300 is too long, then snag a 4.0 V6 with a 5 speed out of a Ranger. I think this car is lighter than a body on frame Ranger. But as it sits right now, I agree with the $1,000!
tall deck, l o n g motor but what durability’n tq ! ’60s, 70’s fords are known for ‘low hoods’ too (I have 6, 8 wrk-around strategies). I’d use a 3.3/200 or odd duck 250/4.2 (hasa ‘big block’ bell) and this;
https://www.vintageinlines.com/product-page/deposit-only-aluminum-head-package
it’s really cool and could made to be even cooler. the 7500.00 is way too aggressive for what here. sitting 43+ yrs, wont roll on its own and i would bet the motor is locked up. no more than 1k.
Engine locked, brakes locked: Check. Filthy: Check. No interior or engine pictures: Check. No underside pictures: Check. One of 776 made: Who cares?
It isn’t worth more than $750.00, if that. This guy needs to get his head out of the clouds – or elsewhere.
Definitely agree with previous posters. They should supply before (dirty) & after (clean) images of the car to perk up the sale. I’m constantly amazed that people want large dollars for a car the just literally dragged out of a shed.