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Ford claimed that its 1941 De Luxe and Super De Luxe models were “New in every respect.” Although they didn’t have square wheels or even independent front suspensions, the Fords introduced nationwide in September 1940 at more than 6000 dealerships had a lot of changes.

Cars in both lines were bigger with longer bodies mounted on ladder frames that were said to be “doubled in rigidity.” Interior appointments were completely redesigned. Ford added a new Sedan Coupe body style to the Super De Luxe

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