Vehicle Description
If you want to own yet another red or black '32 Ford roadster, just
like everyone else's, well, move on, because this one isn't for
you. On the other hand, if you appreciate expert craftsmanship that
borders on art, an unflinching dedication to tradition, and a look
that will get attention simply because it's NOT black or red, then
this incredible 1932 Ford Highboy Roadster is exactly what you
need.
Professionally built a scant 488 miles ago, the build uses a
fiberglass body by Russ Nomore (as clever a name you'll find in
this industry) to replicate the original '32 Ford look, along with
a Rootlib steel hood and radiator/grille shell. And it totally
nails it. Its design is 100% tradition, so it isn't altered,
smoothed, or otherwise modified from the look of the original Ford
hi-boys, keeping everything that makes the '32 Ford so timeless.
House of Kolor supplied that unique shade of silver-blue, a color
similar to what many of the new Broncos are wearing these days, and
the deep, lustrous modern urethan finish is the perfect complement
to the iconic '32 hi-boy design. The top and bottom belt moldings
are accented with a subtle tan pinstripe outlined in red, and that
handiwork is continued on the grille shell and gas tank, but that
subtle offset is the only graphic interference on the design, and
we love it. Finish quality is exemplary and with so few miles on
the build, it remains in practically as-new condition without a
mark on it. The paint isn't flashy, but this rod definitely gets
attention because it's not following the same path as everyone
else, and if you are the guy lucky enough to own this rod, we're
guessing you'll keep it forever because it'll always look good.
Chrome spreader bars fore and aft make it look racy and we love the
big commercial-style headlights perched down low on the frame,
making this Ford look elemental and raw, which contrasts
beautifully with the incredible finish quality. Out back it has
blue-dot taillights incorporated into the rear end (rather than on
stalks), as well as another chrome spreader bar, and several of the
suspension components both fore and aft have been polished up to a
brilliant shine, adding a little flash to the otherwise disarming
build.
The interior is fully finished in high-end vinyl upholstery and it
lets the workmanship do all the talking. Nothing too flashy, just
factory-style pleats on the bench seat punctuated with some
beautifully ornate button and stitchwork in the seatbacks, along
with silver-blue piping and seatbelts to match the exterior finish.
The plush carpets continue the color these and are bound neatly and
protected with matching floormats, giving it a very tailored look,
and the door panels have been upholstered to match the two-tone
theme. A simple, leather-wrapped 3-spoke wheel recalls the dirt
track racer look with its upright angle and the gauges inside the
engine-turned bezel are modern Classic Instruments dials that look
like they were ripped right out of the 1930s. A vintage heater is
in place, but that's it for options (there's not even a radio),
nothing to get in the way of having fun in your dialed-in hot rod.
There is Speedway top kit just in case the weather turns on you
along the way (God help you if you drive this beauty in the rain
anyway), although it hasn't been upholstered quite yet. Out back,
the trunk was upholstered to match the cabin and houses the
relocated battery, further proof that nothing was overlooked in
this build.
Since this car was about looks and function, there's a 350 cubic
inch roller motor under the hood. Augmented with an RV cam, an
Edelbrock carburetor, and an aluminum intake it's got plenty of
horsepower on tap for this lightweight roadster, yet it'll never
give you a bit of trouble if you take care of it. To keep thing
looking old-school, the motor was finished to look like a vintage
Buick Nailhead V8, down to the gold paint, the Olds Rocket valve
covers, and unique air cleaner up top. The firewall was neatly
painted, and with a new EZ wiring harness and brightly detailed
accessories like the chrome alternator, you can tell they spent a
lot of time organizing all the plumbing, electrical, and
miscellaneous components for a very clean engine bay presentation.
A big Walker radiator and electric fan keep it cool under all
conditions and a set of ceramic coated headers feed into a
great-sounding, throaty dual exhaust system below. A TH350 3-speed
automatic transmission and a Ford 8.8-inch with 3.73 gears inside
suggest that this car was built to be easy to drive, yet it still
has plenty of 'giddy up' off the line. The beautifully finished
frame is a powder-coated unit from Pete and Jakes, the front
suspension is a traditional Super Bell chrome 4-inch dropped axle,
while out back it uses coil-overs, and the two-tone color
combination is ready to show off, as evidenced by the pinstripe
work on the front part of the frame and rear pumpkin. Braking power
is impressive, utilizing 1937 Buick front drums and 1948 brake
shoes, and the stance on this roadster is simply perfect in my
humble opinion. Vintique Artillery wheels with Wheelsmith covers
and beauty rings were fitted to complete the killer look, and
they're wrapped with 155/80/15 front and 225/75/15 rear BFGoodrich
radials that set the classic big-and-little stance.
This is just a beautiful car in every sense of the word. Experts
built it and it demonstrates impeccable taste. Fully sorted less
than 500 miles ago, this is the rod you've always wanted, even
though you may not have known it until now. Call today!
