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Betting the Ranch on a Country Woodie: A '55 Ford Ranch Wagon is re-imagined after being inspired by the 1952 Country Squire, Ed Bowman writes

I’ve always had a love for old cars, and among the many vintage vehicles that have captured my heart, the woodie, with its timeless charm, holds a special place.

My journey into the world of woodies began in 1960, when I purchased a 1947 Ford with all my savings – of $75. At the time, it was the only car that I could afford, but little did I know that this modest purchase would ignite a lifelong passion and set me on the path to own many woodies. These included a 1948 Buick Roadmaster Estate Wagon, then a 1936 Ford; these were all original. Next was a 1940 Ford DeLuxe, then a 1951 Ford Country Squire, and finally a 1955 Ford Ranch Wagon. These were all modified.

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