Introduced as one of Ford’s first luxury offerings after World War II, this model stood out with its iconic wood-bodied design, combining artistry, performance, and a sense of rarity that cemented its place as a true classic.
 
The Ford Sportsman’s look was all about rustic elegance. Its wooden body panels were made from real ash and mahogany, hand-finished and polished to highlight the wood’s natural beauty. These elements weren’t just for show; they required precise craftsmanship and a level of detail more common in furniture-making than car assembly. Each body panel was hand-fitted, often by skilled woodworkers, which meant that no two Sportsman models were exactly alike.
 
The use of wood in car design harkened back to Ford’s “woody” station wagons, yet the Sportsman was different. This was a convertible, a luxury car in a league of its own. The wooden side panels added a luxurious touch, elevating the car’s appeal and offering something truly novel to customers of the time.
 
Ford Sportsman Quick Facts:

Production Years: 1946-1948

Total Produced: 3,487 units

Engine: 239 cubic inch Ford Flathead V8

Power: Approximately 100 horsepower

Transmission: 3-speed manual

Unique Feature: Hand-finished wooden body panels made from ash and

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Checkout our new Projects page

We have added a new section to our website. This new section is called Projects and will highlight our members projects. The first project will be:

We would like to showcase your project. Whether it is a restoration or an interesting upgrade, please contact Larry Mills at lrmills@att.net.

New Addition to our References page

We have added a new link to our References page. AmericanAutoEmblems.com showcases the nameplates, emblems and logos displayed on American auto vehicles from the introduction of the horseless carriage up to about 1950. This is a treasure trove of interesting information. A must read for anyone who is interested in automotive history. Click on our References link and enjoy.

Request for Submittals

We would like to showcase our members cars each month. If you would like to see your car with a little background story, on this page, please email some pictures and a background story to Larry Mills at lrmills@att.net.

Next Club Meeting

The next club meeting will be held on Monday, November 11th. The Board meeting will start at 6:00 PM and the general meeting will start at 7:00 PM. Remember we are now meeting at All Saints Episcopal Church, Mary Martha Room, 338 East Lyman Avenue, Winter Park Florida. This is located on the corner of Lyman and Interlochan Ave. That is one block East of Park Ave. and one block north of Fairbanks.
We encourage you to drive an old car, if you have one. Hope to see everyone there!

Old Car Cruise-in

Our club is sponsoring an Old Car Cruise-in on Sunday November 17th. The cruise-in will be at Perkins Restaurant, 989 West OBT (US441) Apopka 32703, from 2-5 PM. Everyone join us and drive your old car.

Winter Classic Car Show

Click HERE, to view registration form for printing.