Vintage Ford Coupe Rolls Over in Northeast Nebraska Crash

Driver suffers serious head injuries after losing control of classic car

Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:19pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a severely damaged classic car part, such as a twisted metal fender or shattered headlight lens, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a rollover crash involving a vintage vehicle.A vintage car crash in rural Nebraska leaves a classic vehicle in ruins and its driver seriously injured.Stanton Today

A 67-year-old man from Stanton, Nebraska was seriously injured after his 1932 Ford Coupe rolled over on Golf Course Road southeast of Stanton on Sunday evening. The driver had to be extricated from the heavily damaged vintage vehicle and was airlifted to the hospital, though seat belts were not in use and alcohol was not involved in the single-vehicle accident.

Why it matters

Rollover crashes involving classic or vintage vehicles can often result in catastrophic injuries due to the lack of modern safety features. This incident highlights the importance of seat belt usage and safe driving practices, especially when operating older automobiles that may not have the same crash protection as modern cars.

The details

According to the Stanton County Sheriff's Office, the accident occurred around 6 PM on Sunday when the 67-year-old driver was traveling westbound on Golf Course Road and lost control of the 1932 Ford Coupe, causing the vehicle to leave the roadway and roll onto its side. The driver had to be extricated from the wreckage by emergency responders and was airlifted to the hospital with serious head injuries, though seat belts were not in use and alcohol was not a factor.

  • The accident occurred at 5:59 PM on Sunday, April 13, 2026.
  • The driver was transported to the hospital by ambulance after a medical helicopter was unable to respond in a timely manner.

The players

Stanton County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency that responded to and investigated the single-vehicle rollover crash.

Stanton Fire and Rescue

The local fire and emergency medical services that assisted in extricating the driver from the heavily damaged vintage vehicle.

67-year-old Stanton resident

The driver of the 1932 Ford Coupe who suffered serious head injuries in the rollover crash.

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What they’re saying

“The sheriff's office always asks that everyone use their seat belts, not just because it is the law, but because they do often prevent more serious injuries and death.”

— Sheriff Mike Unger, Stanton County Sheriff

What’s next

Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the rollover crash and will determine if any charges will be filed against the driver.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a sobering reminder of the risks involved in operating vintage vehicles, even on familiar roads. While classic cars hold a special appeal, drivers must prioritize safety by always wearing seat belts and exercising extreme caution to prevent catastrophic crashes.