Vehicle Description
1927 Ford Roadster
History of hot rods shows how with the rising interest in the hot
rods, "Speed contests" were occurring with greater frequency and
more dire consequences. With more casualties occurring, Hot rods
were branded as a social menace requiring greater control or, even
elimination too. They ran unmonitored and multiple casualties were
on the rise. It was time someone took control of the situation. In
1937, the Southern California Timing Association was formed, which
developed more sophisticated timing systems. This in turn helped a
lot in making hot rodding safer and more organized. In 1941, a
monthly publication called Throttle Magazine was designed with a
purpose to track racing results, featuring some of the better cars,
and also reporting on new safety and speed issues. Hot rod history
shows that at the end of World War II, many small military airports
throughout the country were either abandoned or rarely used. These
airports allowed Hot Rodders across the country to race on marked
courses.
For consignment, a mixture of style, sexiness and speed, this
custom built spot rod has a big mill, a nice stance, and a blazing
orange exterior with a comfy interior, something not often seen on
these bucket styled creations.
Exterior
Removing the entire roof was the first order of business, and from
there other parts such as the hood which was rendered useless with
the huge mill that now sits over, under and all over the engine
bay. The passenger bucket remains as does the front radiator
surround, headlights and curving gracefully fenders and running
boards. Some cutting was done to the front fenders to accommodate
the exhaust pipes which snake from the engine through the front
fender. A small access door also remains on the tub. Safety being a
concern for such a fast car leaving the driver out in the open, a
toolbar is now installed firmly welded to the frame. On the back
the bumpers and shaved roll pan have been eliminated, some custom
tail lighting put on. and now between the 31x16.5-15 LT tires that
wrap 15-inch Centerline wheels, we see dual chrome exhaust tips
peeking out. Tires upfront are a mere 165R15's also with centerline
wheels and can be viewed easily as the front bumper has also been
shaved. A nice camel canvas top can be rolled forward from the roll
bar in back to protect the passengers from the sun and rain.
Interior
With a swing of the small doors and accessing the passenger
compartment stepping over the "No Step" running board, (go
figure?), as it is not sturdy enough to support the weight of an
average human being, we squeeze by tan vinyl door panels with some
brown accenting. A large bench awaits our body, and this is also a
gently curving structure with darker camel tuck and roll inserts
within light tan smooth vinyl bolsters. Black carpeting on the
floors leads us to the solid wood tiger maple dash that is fronted
by a wood rimmed rally steering wheel and 3 gauges in the center.
There are plenty of toggles to fool with under this dash, and when
you look through the windshield you not only can see the engine
gleaming in the front, but there is also a shift light tachometer
mounted to the front cowl. In the center of the floor is a B&M
shifter.
Drivetrain
The consigner states that a 454ci V8 is now in the engine bay and
far from being under the hood. However, the engine bay surrounds
have been all polished, so it looks like a big piece of jewelry. On
top is a hood scoop which shoves air into the dual 4-barrel
Edelbrock carburetors just below it. On the back is a TH350 3-speed
automatic, and this pushes power back to a Ford 9-inch 3.70 rear
axle. Headers and a Flowmaster exhaust are for the big exhale, all
hanging out there for the world to see, and hear.
Undercarriage
This place has been beautifully detailed with an orange painted
frame and floorboards black accenting for the driveshaft and inner
body and metal running boards not painted but also not rusted. The
front suspension is chromed with a transverse leaf spring
suspension and disc braking. The back is a ladder bar with coil
overs and drum brakes. The exhaust is pristine with no rust on
those Flowmasters.
Drive-Ability
A turn of the key and the mill comes to life with a mighty roar,
and performance is equally mighty with the 454 cubes being fed by
those dual 4bbls. It moves from point A to point B effortlessly and
has solid braking to bring you back to point A safely.
An interesting and power fun ride right out of the 1927 Ford
playbook, and its orange which with the noise and color people will
sit up and notice.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.