Description
Please note - new updated listing info - with regards Colour / UK dealership history and condition -
️ For Sale: 1939 Nash Ambassador – Originally Mohawk Maroon, Later Repainted Black, UK History, Rare Pre-War Classic ️
Year: 1939
Make & Model: Nash Ambassador
Body Style: 4-Door Sedan
Transmission: 3-Speed Manual
Condition: Running & Driving – Part Project / Preservation Candidate
Current Exterior Colour: Black (older repaint)
Overview
Offered for sale is a highly original and mechanically strong 1939 Nash Ambassador, a rare pre-war American luxury car with documented UK dealership provenance and visible evidence of its original factory paint colour.
The car is currently finished in black, having been repainted at some point in its life. Importantly, original factory paint remains visible in key untouched areas, confirming its original specification.
This Nash starts, runs, and drives extremely well and represents an excellent candidate for sympathetic restoration or preservation.
Mechanical & Driving Condition
Starts and runs exceptionally well
Smooth, quiet, and responsive engine
3-speed manual gearbox — engages gears cleanly and drives well
Twin-spark / twin-ignition setup — advanced Nash engineering
Flip-switch ignition — car starts by fully depressing the clutch, working exactly as designed
Mechanically, the car performs far better than expected for its age.
Body & Paint History
Currently finished in black (older repaint, age unknown)
Originally finished in Nash “Mohawk Maroon”
Original factory maroon paint visible:
In the scuttle area below the windscreen
On inner bonnet sections
Exterior paint shows age-related wear and patina
Rust present in localised areas, including edges and parts of the sills
Notable rust to the lower boot lid and rear boot panel, which will require attention
Floors and sills largely solid and original
Interior
New seat covers fitted
All door cards and window surrounds included and ready for refitting
Original interior components present for completion
Body Tag & Authenticity
Retains its original Seaman Body Corporation (Milwaukee, Wisconsin) body tag:
Body Style Code: 3828 — correct for a 1939 Nash Ambassador 4-door sedan
Body Number: 1443 — the 1, 443rd body of this style produced
Confirms originality and correct coachwork.
UK History & Dealership Provenance
The car retains its original RM Automobiles Ltd plaque mounted in the engine bay:
Sole UK concessionaires for Auburn, Cord & Nash
Addressed to 26 Bruton Street, Berkeley Square, London W1
Indicates early UK supply or long-term UK ownership
Adds genuine historical and collector interest
Historical Significance
The Nash Ambassador was Nash’s flagship pre-war luxury model
Known for comfort, refinement, and forward-thinking engineering
Twin-ignition engines were a Nash hallmark
Running, UK-history examples are increasingly scarce
Important Notes
Sold as a part project / preservation candidate
Known rust areas disclosed, including rear boot panel and lower boot lid
Viewing and inspection strongly recommended
Ideal for sympathetic restoration rather than over-restoration
Honest description aimed at knowledgeable enthusiasts
