Jim Jennings’ 1947 Monarch
JIM JENNINGS FF 2018 WINNER ARTIFACTS CHOICE BEST FLATHEAD
1947 MONARCH.
Jim Jennings bought his 1947 Monarch after hearing about it from his brother Ted, who was probably hoping Jim would get one too – and he did. Jim writes: “My 1947 Monarch 4-door sedan was originally bought new from Canadian Motors Ltd. in Regina, Saskatchewan sometime in 1947.
Then in 1949, a Mrs. Smith bought this car and drove it until 1958, when she stopped driving the car with only 63,405 miles on the odometer.
“Mrs. Smith and her young son Don (who would have been about 26 years old) put the car up on blocks in a garage in Surrey, B.C., where they lived. Fifty years passed when Don felt it was time to sell this time capsule.
“Ted and his wife had just finished rebuilding their ’47 Monarch, an identical car. Don had seen Ted’s car at the 2013 Deuce Days show and went home to check details on his car regarding weather seals around the doors and other important finishing touches for Ted’s restoration. Don mentioned at the time that he might sell the Monarch.
“A few months later, I gave Don a call only to find out that he was about to place ads in several magazines that very day to sell the Monarch. Don said he would hold off on placing the ads and would send me some pictures of the car. A few days later the pictures arrived and after a short phone call, I bought myself a matching 4-door Monarch identical to my brother’s car.
“A few days later I headed off to Surrey with a car trailer, picked the Monarch up, and brought it home. Brother Ted’s is totally restored and mine is a survivor with just over 65,000 original miles to date. Both vehicles are in Victoria, B.C.”
Jim continues to be a very active, valuable member of the Early Ford V8 Club 109 in Victoria. He owns and has owned multiple collectible cars, still doing most of the mechanical work himself. The 47 Monarch is a common sight on the streets of Victoria and attends many club events throughout the year. Full details on the two 47 Monarchs owned by the Jennings brothers is available in the Members Rides section of our website. Also follow this link for a great article on Jim and Ted’s Monarchs.
Congratulations to Jim Jennings for a great win and such a long-term dedication to the wonderful Ford Flathead!
The Artifacts trophy was presented by John Walls (on the right) of the Saanich Historical Artifacts Society and his new 2IC, Cam Whalley (on the left). SHAS hosts the F&F show and is a valuable supporter of the EFV8 club.
Thanks to everyone at SHAS for all your help.
