Vehicle Description
There's a reason songs were written about the Deuce coupe, and this
awesome 5-window coupe is further evidence that nothing is cooler
than a '32 Ford. Equipped with a stout 350 Chevy crate small block,
a brilliant red paint job, and handsome beige leather interior,
this is a slick rod that can definitely walk the walk.
This handsome 5-window coupe is an extremely solid fiberglass body
car that was obviously put together by high-end pros, and the end
result is a crispness and level of detail that's usually tough to
find at this price point. With a traditional rake, big-n-little
tire combination, and a lot of neat details like the chopped top
and open engine bay, it sure looks like the traditional hot rod
Ford that collects all the trophies at your local cruise-in. But
then again, that vivid red, high driver-quality paint job complete
with simple pinstripes, well, that looks pretty slick. Execution
was first-class when the coupe was built 3,563 miles ago, with
laser-straight bodywork, excellent panel gaps, and an attention to
detail that makes great rods stand out. Of course, it's been
happily enjoyed since day one, so it's no longer perfect, but that
also tells you it's a heck of a fun car to drive. Blue-dot 1939
Ford taillights (tilted inward to provide the viewer with a cool
pareidolia effect), King Bee headlights on trick dropped mounting
bars, and the side exhaust all look like traditional hot rod
tricks, while details like the chrome spreader bars fore and aft
(the rear has built-in turn signals and brake lights!) and small
mirrors on the doors are just modern custom pieces that are just
plain cool.
Inside, you'll be impressed by the appealing tan leather upholstery
throughout the cabin that provides a perfect contrast to the vivid
red exterior. Those low-back front buckets are all-day comfortable
and supportive enough for energetic maneuvers, and seatbelts keep
you nice and snug. There's a surprising amount of room in there and
with all the modern conveniences, you shouldn't be afraid to run
this one cross-country. The steering column is a beautiful polished
tilt unit topped by a leather-wrapped 4-spoke Lecarra steering
wheel, and the simple dashboard was painted in matching red and
filled with Dolphin analog/digital gauges. A/C controls and vents
have been cleverly integrated into the overall design, power
windows are a welcome addition, and many of the secondary controls
have been stashed out of sight for a cleaner look. There's also a
taut headliner above that matches the seats, some extra storage
behind the buckets, and plush carpets below that tie the entire
cabin together very nicely. Out back, the neatly upholstered trunk
is big enough to swallow a week's worth of luggage for two people
(even with the relocated battery), making this a real
no-compromises rod that can actually be used in the real world.
Wherever you're going, however, it won't take long to get there
thanks to the GM 350 cubic inch V8 crate motor up front. Chevy
small blocks are some of the most reliable machines ever devised by
man, and this one is no exception, with a Weber 4-barrel carburetor
up top handling the fuel-and-air mixture up top. It looks quite OEM
with the familiar long-tube headers, a chrome air cleaner, and
chrome valve covers, and a custom pulley and bracket system mounts
the alternator and R134a A/C compressor tightly to the block. A big
aluminum radiator with an electric fan keeps it cool, and all the
plumbing has been neatly routed to make things easy to service. The
suspension is familiar, with a chromed-out dropped I-beam and
rack-and-pinion system up front and a 9-inch rear on a 4-link with
coilovers out back. A TH400 3-speed automatic transmission handles
gear swaps smoothly and the dual exhaust system with chambered
mufflers sounds absolutely fantastic at idle, or when the throttle
is opened up and barreling down Main Street. Beautiful 15- and
16-inch American Racing alloys are a great choice and wear
205/70/15 front and 275/70/16 rear blackwall radials to complete
the killer look.
This awesome rod is beautifully built, nicely detailed, and shows
3,563 miles, so you know it's sorted out and ready to dominate for
years to come. Just be ready for the crowds that will surely form
around it. Call today!
