Vehicle Description
This 1931 Ford Highboy Roadster gets us particularly excited
because it's a real-deal Henry Ford steel roadster with all the
proper investment to be a street machine. That means upgrading to
the frame, suspension, interior, and of course, V8 power. So dig
into the details of a true classic hot rod.
A custom like this deserves to be in black. After all, the hot rods
had their infancy being made in high school shop classes and home
garages. So they usually started out life with a basic and simple
style. But today, we really see a true Model A street machine, and
so it earns the extra flair of the glossy finish. When you have a
real-deal Model A roadster as a base, you also get some cool
details missing from others, like the lights on the cowl and a new
folding roof with a classic wood frame. Of course, not all of
Ford's lines are in place, because this hot rod saves weight and
adds boldness with the deleted fenders and an open engine bay. All
the brightwork is quite good with newer investments in places like
headlights, mirrors, and hallmark waterfall grille. And the 15-inch
Billet Specialties wheels are a more modern piece, but they look
timeless thanks to the terrific wide rear tire stance.
Just like the exterior, the interior is a nice mix of vintage and
new. A great place to understand this is the dash. It still has the
classic Model A bright gauges housing, but now it's flanked by
newer crisp readouts. The door panels, windshield, and tall shifter
all have a classic look, but they have all been updated for better
use. And features like the Grants sports steering wheel and bucket
seats are obvious about making this a better driver.
Of course, part of the hot rod culture is about upgrading the
motor. So this has a properly-built 350 cubic-inch V8. This is
upgraded with performance pieces like aluminum heads, an Edelbrock
intake, and topped with a four-barrel carburetor. There are also
the right supporting components, like smooth fabricated valve
covers, steel braided lines, an electric fan, and an Optima marine
battery. But all these more modern upgrades are nicely disguised by
a tidy style and classic pieces like the Caddy air grabber and
headers feeding into those big side pipes. As you look at the
undercarriage photos, you also know this was made to be driven. The
classic Model A frame has been reinforced to handle the extra
power. There's also a split wishbone front suspension, four-link
rear with adjustable airbags, a three-speed automatic transmission,
power brakes, and front discs.
Rarely do you get a chance at a steel roadster made into a true
highboy hot rod. So when you love history and distinction, you know
this well-done Ford deserves a spot in your garage. Call
today!!!
