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The 1932 Ford has always been a favorite amongst car enthusiasts. It is truly an iconic design that still draws a crowd more than 90 years later. This steel replica really drives that point home with a fantastic look along with a host of old-school features. But this Highboy is much more than just a pretty face! It delivers a fantastic ride, far better than you might expect from a hot rod. And with a 2” stretch it provides more room and comfort than a standard ’32. But most importantly, this one offers an overall build quality that you don’t often find.
Titled as a 1932 Ford, this project was completed in 2003 using all new parts. It has seen only 4,900 miles since. The chassis was fabricated with boxed frame rails and double round tubular crossmembers, while the steel body saw plenty of prep work to ensure a smooth look with the shiny black paint. A testament to the car’s careful construction can be felt in the doors; they open and close with surprising precision. There is a full hood along with louvered side panels for the engine compartment. As a true roadster, this deuce does not have a top or side windows - just a sleek So-Cal windshield frame. You will also find So-Cal headlights, stands, and swan neck mirrors. It rolls on Salt Flat polished wheels (15x6 front, 17x8 rear). Note the tires are original to the build but do not exhibit any cracking.
The drivetrain starts with an excellent 383ci Chevy motor that was professionally built and balanced by Motor Masters of Hartford, WI. It has a 4-bolt block and includes quality parts throughout including a Callies crankshaft, SLP pistons, Manley rods, and a Crane solid lifter camshaft. The studded aluminum cylinder heads are AFR 195 pieces with 66cc chambers. Up top, things have the look of a vintage street rod starting with the trio of carburetors flanked by a set of Mooneye valve covers with right angle breathers. And what looks like a magneto is actually a Taylor Vertex electronic distributor! Other niceties include a chrome oil pan, March pulleys, Walker radiator, and a polished 3” stainless steel exhaust.
The engine is backed by a 700R4 automatic overdrive transmission. A custom aluminum driveshaft then feeds a Ford 9” rear end with 3.70 gears on an Auburn limited slip differential. The front suspension features a chrome drop axle on a Posies super ride spring and polished hairpins. A front Panhard bar is also present. The rear suspension uses a triangulated 4-link with polished components and Carrera coilovers. Steering uses a chrome Vega box with a polished linkage. And take a look at the front brakes; they may look like classic Buick drums but are actually discs – pretty slick!
The custom red interior is the perfect complement to the black roadster body. It was professionally done by Kasper Auto Trim of Waterford, WI and has a clean and crisp appearance. A Haywire wiring harness was used throughout. The dashboard has a center instrument cluster with a speedometer along with fuel, oil, water, and voltage gauges, all from Stewart Warner. The Flaming River tilt steering column includes self-cancelling turn signals and is topped by a C1 Corvette style steering wheel. There is also a floor shifter with an extended handle that gives a classic look. A sound system is tucked under the seat and can be operated via remote control. All lights function properly as do the horn and parking brake.
This ’32 presents well on paper, but anyone can just order a bunch of parts. If you really want something nice, you need the know-how and craftsmanship to pull it all together. And that is where this car really shines. It is the nicest riding hot rod we’ve had; the great looks are just icing on the cake.
