Still, Ford managed to sell 1,206,739 units in 1950. In 1951, the automaker introduced "Fordomatic Drive," a new automatic transmission option that made the car easier to handle.

Ford also offered Club and Business Coupe models, a convertible, and a two-door station wagon. The new "bullet-nose" grille featured "6" or "8" numbers to denote the engine under the hood.

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Add them all up, and the Chevrolets in #2 condition are $31,260 for the 150 trim level, or $7160 more than the average shoebox Ford. Things get worse as you move up Chevrolet’s heirarchy, ...

Jamco Suspension For 1949-1953 Ford Shoebox's - Thinking Under The 'Box. Improving The Handling, Braking, And Ride Height Of The '49-53 Ford Shoebox With Jamco. HOT ROD Staff Writer Mar 01, 2009.