Ford Model 7Y.
Firstly, another period Ford photo from Les' extensive photo collection, this time of a late 1930s sidevalve Ford. Judging by the non-beaded edge to the wings, I think this is a 1937/39 7Y, fitted with the 8hp version of Ford's sidevalve motor. It was in effect the 'bargain basement' car in Ford's model range, taking over from the earlier 8hp Model Y. Buyers could choose from a standard saloon, a De Luxe, and a small 5cwt van. Australian buyers could also opt for a tourer or roadster version, perhaps more suited to their climate. All 7Y Fords were powered by the four cylinder all-iron 933cc 'Eight' sidevalve engine, with thermo-syphon cooling, coupled to a three speed 'box. The car shown below is a De Luxe version of the 7Y 'Eight', and looks to be fitted with a wireless.
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2. Another 7Y De Luxe saloon.
Next is a photo from my own collection. It shows a 7Y Eight from the front this time, along with some ladies of mixed vintage. The dip in the bumper is a throwback to the long-rad Model Y. Again this is a De Luxe model, sporting an opening windscreen with a chrome-plated surround. It also has a factory-option single fog lamp, fitted to the nearside only. GPJ 223 was registered in Surrey.
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3. A base model 7Y Ford?
This photo shows another Ford 7Y, registration DUR 578, a Hertfordshire series first used in 1938. A note on the back suggests that the driver is a Mr Harold Westcott, and the location is given as Smethwick, Staffordshire. This looks like it could be a base model Ford 8, note the single screen wiper (those shown above have two), and the lack of shiny trim around the bonnet side vent. This one has however been upgraded with pop-up semaphores, or "trafficators", mounted externally just ahead of the doors.
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