Vehicle Description
In the face of modern technology, which continues to blow our minds
with OEM quality and amazing custom cars, there's still something
to be said about authenticity. Sure, tons of companies create super
nice fiberglass replicas of some of the coolest Detroit metal to
ever roll across Route 66. But at the end of the day, they're still
just a copy of the real thing. Featuring a rare Phaeton body, this
award-winning Ford combines the core strengths of originality with
authentic dynamics and incredible vintage form. Are you one of
those discerning gearheads who wants the unmatched driving
experience of a real antique car? This first class Ford is the
opportunity you've been waiting for!
BODYWORK/TRIM
This suave roadster's smooth and solid profile began life as a
run-of-the-mill Model 48 that was maintained, driven and paraded
for most of its existence. In the early 1980s, the car officially
met its second owner, who promptly disassembled it in preparation
for a ground-up restoration. In 1985 that owner, at the request of
his wife, sold the stalled project to its third and present owner.
And, shipped as boxes of parts to Dallas, Texas-based Kip Motor
Company, the car finally received the detailed rebuild it so
deserved. During that careful restoration, old school Dearborn
steel was stripped, sanded, dressed in conservative Washington Blue
2-stage and traced with small pinstripes. That regal pigment was
complemented with modern turn signals, amber driving lamps, blue
dot taillights and a snazzy luggage carrier. And everything was
finished in tasteful, factory-spec trim, which includes chrome
mirrors, a small spotlight, polished horn grilles, a cloth roof,
chrome bumper guards and a chrome grille guard.
ENGINE
As the company's final Henry Ford-fueled innovation, the Ford V8
remains a durable, torque-rich powerplant that, thanks to solid
engineering, has established an unmatched reputation in the classic
and custom car community. And, in keeping with tradition, this
stellar drop-top is powered by a familiar, 221 cubic inch flathead
that, thanks to relatively tame 6.2 to 1 compression, makes roughly
85 horsepower. Fully rebuilt in 2009, and driven roughly 500 miles
since, the antique mill probably looks much better today than when
it growled off the assembly line. Aesthetically, the block, which
perches a familiar oiled air cleaner and fresh Stromberg 97
carburetor above correct, 21-stud heads, has been painted a
traditionally dark hue. There are many road-ready ancillaries, like
pliable hoses, a correct generator, a familiar AC fuel pump and
proven Champion spark plugs. A glossy firewall combines with broad
fenders to provide distinctly American framing. And overall, this
Ford's engine bay seems clean, simple and highly functional.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Take a look under this Phaeton and you'll find a damage-free
chassis that's as solid as an old school train trestle. The
ragtop's clean floors, heavy duty frame and factory-accurate
suspension are veiled in a subdued coat of Satin Black skin. A
correct 3-speed transmission, rebuilt along with the car's engine,
transfers power to a fresh overdrive unit, which spins an
authentic, banjo-style rear end. In front of that drivetrain, a
beam axle and transverse leaf spring remain just as they looked
back in 1936. And the same holds true behind that drivetrain, where
a second leaf and second solid axle maintain ride height and add
ample grip. Mechanical drum brakes do an excellent job of bringing
2,641 pounds of steel to a casual pause. True-dual exhaust gives
the flathead its unmistakable voice thanks to glasspack-style
mufflers and polished stainless tips. And everything rides on
16-inch, color-keyed wheels that spin fresh 6.00-16 Firestone
Deluxe Champion whitewalls around stainless trim rings and
polished, "V8" branded hubcaps.
INTERIOR
This convertible's warm and welcoming interior looks straight out
of pre-war America, complete with tasteful vinyl trim and awesome
Art Deco gauges. The car's plush brown cockpit centers on big,
heavily bolstered seats that feel soft enough to take a nap on. At
the sides of those seats, stitched door panels feature polished
handles. At the bottom of those panels, traditional foot pedals
front an old school shifter, an old school hand brake and heavy
duty floor mats. Above those pedals, a stylish and purposeful dash
hides a large Ford speaker and modern Pioneer head unit behind a
correct Ford radio, attractive Ford gauges and a simple array of
buttons. And in front of the driver, a familiar banjo steering
wheel spins a "V8" branded centerpiece around switches for the
car's retrofitted turn signals and overdrive.
AWARDS
People's Choice Award at the 2010 Hilton Head Island Motoring
Festival and Concours d'Elegance
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION
A Reference Book
A couple of restoration photos
Cool and classic, this rare Ford is a vision in pre-war
authenticity. You really can't ask for a more impressive blend of
old school style and solid driving characteristics. And you
certainly can't build this nice of a ride for the time or money it
takes to drive out of our RK Motors Charlotte showroom. Ready to
step up to something different? This awesome drop-top is ready to
show and go!
SUMMARY
3-owner car / Ground-up restoration completed in the late 1980s
Awarded People's Choice at the 2010 Hilton Head Island Motoring
Festival and Concours d'Elegance
221 cubic inch Ford flathead V8 / Rebuilt in 2009
3-speed manual transmission / Rebuilt in 2009
Modern overdrive unit
Leather interior / Modern audio
Washington Blue paint / Cloth roof
16-inch wheels
Sale includes a Reference Book and restoration photos
