1936 Ford Coupe Moonshine Runner Seat

[johnnydiamond]

I bought an unrestored, 5 Window Coupe a couple years ago that was a documented Moonshine Runner in Alabama in the late 50's-early 60's. I've never noticed any features that I would associate with runnin shine other than mechanical upgrades until today when I noticed the backrest section of the seat is hinged and has the same support as the deck lid. Is this a factory option or is it something the previous owner had done?

 

[Mark Slight]

Johnny, That is factory correct, it was called a business coupe. Mostly used by salesmen.

I had a 1940 Ford business coupe it was made and hinged the same way.

Mark

 

[johnnydiamond]

Mark, that's what I figured as it appears to be factory installed, not a "backyard" job. Thanks for the information!

 

[scooder]

Nice, very nice, one of my very top favourites. Five windy 36.
Thanks for posting.
Martin.