Vehicle Description
From the time they first gained popularity in the 1940's as the
foundation for a new generation of street rods, the Ford Highboys
(also referred to as the Deuce Coupe in reference to the "2" in
1932) became a rolling exemplification of what the pursuit was all
about - take an already light vehicle and make it even lighter,
then drop in a powerful engine capable of delivering "knock you
back in your seat" performance and drop the pedal. But this 1932
Ford Highboy Roadster is more than that. This is an exceedingly
well-built car, nostalgia-inducing for sure, but also exhibiting a
great attention to detail that sets it apart, no matter the company
it's in.
The exteriors of many street rods are often about visual
pyrotechnics and we're certainly fans of well-executed creativity,
but it's also nice to see a more understated, well-planned
approach, such as what's on display here, especially considering
the quality that's gone into it. That rich, deep shade you see
adorning the renowned Kilbourne fiberglass body is known as
Washington Blue and it's a great choice, with the matching heads
and valve covers inside the open engine compartment, as well as the
outer portions of the rims, making the paint scheme even more
effective. The much sought-after light weight of the fiberglass
body doesn't come at the expense of strength either - Kilbourne
reinforces its work with square steel tubing, so it's sturdy, as
well. The ornate front grilles on these '32s are definitely a focal
point and the one here is a great specimen - it's an impressive
expanse of chrome ribbing sitting under that signature Blue Oval
badge on the hood.
Open one of the low-profile doors and you'll marvel at the
workmanship on display with this interior. While custom interiors
in vintage roadsters like this aren't terribly rare, you just don't
come across one showing this level of quality very often. The tuck
and roll saddle tan upholstery across the bench seat is not only
well-fitted, but it also supports a very sharp, lightly distressed
look and, in contrast to so many of its counterparts, is also
well-padded and contoured for comfort. The same pattern lines the
insides of the doors and the kick panels - still more well-executed
details on a car full of them. Just beyond the Limeworks custom
steering column and wheel, a set of white-faced Moon gauges resides
inside a textured cluster on the dash, providing a great contrast
to the surrounding blue metal. The trunk area in back will
definitely capture your attention. Detailed to match the interior
of the car, it has matching tan carpeting and a custom accessory
box inside where the battery lies, a very nice touch!
Lest we not forget that street rodding is still very much about
power, there's a Chevy 350 cubic inch V8 on full display within the
open-sided engine compartment. Topped with an Edelbrock intake and
carb, it's running great and sounding awesome - emitting a
dominating exhaust note that stops well short of being "too much."
This potent drivetrain sits on a foundation that's more than up to
the task of handling all that power - a Pete and Jake's steel
chassis also equipped with a Super Bell front end, coilover
suspension and front disc brakes. This very well-built roadster
sits on a set of Vintique wheels, and sports a pair of 5.50-16
front and massive 8.90-16 Firestone tires in back.
Looking for an open-air roadster with smile inducing performance
and a look both inside and out that exudes quality? You have to
check out this 1932 Ford Highboy Roadster. Call today!
