Ford car creates nationwide buzz after few days on market
The new Ford model sparked unusual national interest within days of its market debut. Millions learned full details last week and praised its beauty in reports across the country.
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Newspaper
Athens Messenger
Location
Athens, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1927
Page
7
The new Ford model sparked unusual national interest within days of its market debut. Millions learned full details last week and praised its beauty in reports across the country.
Crowds fill Ford salesrooms from Maine to Florida praising the speed, comfort, safety and low price of the new Ford Phaeton. Orders flood in since last Friday, with advance bookings ensuring continuous production. Ford claims unmatched value, quiet ride, and easy handling through heavy traffic and open-road speed.
Features describe a Ford model with four color choices and low body lines. It lists performance figures from 55 to 65 mph and 40 horse power with remarkable acceleration. Safety and comfort items include four-wheel brakes hydraulic shock absorbers and standard gear shift. Fuel economy is cited as 20 to 30 mpg with theft proof lock and extensive standard equipment such as starter wheels dashlight wipers gauges tools and lubrication.
Six new Ford cars listed with surprising prices including the Phaeton Roadster Sport Coupe Tudor Sedan and Coupe. Prices shown range from 385 to 570 with Detroit P.O.B. terms.
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