Vehicle Description
Close your eyes and think the words "tricked out street rod" - an
image closely resembling this 1932 Ford Window 3-Window coupe is
very likely to be conjured up. It's a great looking modded ride
that combines a lightweight body with plenty of power to make for a
driving experience you won't want to pull yourself away from.
With its prominent front grille leading the way, this is one
well-configured ride. A chopped cabin and just the right inclined
stance give it a hunkered down appearance and the open engine
compartment puts the powerplant on full display while the
fender-less look in back does the same for the massive rubber
that's on board. The fiberglass body on this classic makes for an
outstanding power to weight ratio and has come through the years in
terrific shape - there are no stress cracks to be found and the red
paint it wears is in fine form, with a nice slick texture and a
great shine. Below, the sturdy foundation has served its purpose
well - with the prominent contours running along the sides, it
would stand out right away if anything was amiss as far as
alignment is concerned.
The interior features some great details, starting with a pair of
plushly-padded gray tweed buckets that show virtually no wear and
feature sharp red pinstripes that tie in perfectly with the door
panels they're bracketed by. Climb inside and you'll notice right
away that this is one roomy coupe - especially as far as legroom is
concerned. Just beyond the steering wheel sitting on its tilting
chrome column, the dash area features a collection of Daytona
Instruments gauges recessed into a chrome panel that's surrounded
by a smooth red backdrop. There are vents at each side of the dash
to bring cool air into the cabin - air conditioning is a welcome
feature often overlooked in cars of this niche and with some
servicing this one will be back in top form. The Lokar shifter
looks awesome on the compact center console, which also features a
pair of cupholders and switches to operate the power windows. Audio
comes via a Pioneer AM/FM/CD seamlessly mounted above in the
headliner. In back, the storage area features a power-operated deck
lid and is finished off with carpeted sides, with the center panel
bearing a Ford emblem in relief - it's really a great touch.
The open engine compartment puts heavy emphasis on a powerplant
with plenty of visual appeal and the 383 cubic inch V8 aboard here
certainly has that covered. Dressed with an oblong chrome air
cleaner, chrome valve covers and a number of other eye-catching
components, it's a great looking engine and is armed with a pair of
Edelbrock aluminum heads and 4-barrel carb to provide plenty of
power - a 350 serves as its foundation and the extra displacement
comes from a lengthened stroke, so there's also all kinds of torque
to push you back in your seat when you step into it. A Mallory
ignition maximizes available spark, while an aluminum radiator
paired with an electric fan keeps operating temperatures in check.
The engine pairs with a smooth-shifting 3-speed automatic TH350
transmission, so this streetrod is a great driver that also
possesses plenty of stopping ability due to the Wilwood power
brakes at all four corners, as well as a surprisingly refined ride
- complements of the coilover rear suspension. This vintage Ford
prowls the pavement on a set of America Racing Torq Thrust wheels
that position a pair of massive Mickey Thompson Sportsman tires in
back for maximum asphalt-gripping ability.
The weather is warming up, the boulevard beckons and this 1932 Ford
3 Window Coupe stands ready to provide plenty of future fun. Call
today!