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This 1932 Ford is a steel-bodied highboy roadster that was acquired by the seller’s family in 1998 and subsequently built into a hot rod at Arizona Street Rod Shop in Phoenix. The 239ci flathead V8 is equipped with an Isky camshaft, Sharp cylinder heads, dual Stromberg Super 97 carburetors, a beehive oil cooler, and polished exhaust headers. Finished in black over brown upholstery, the car rides on a reinforced frame and features a rumble seat, banjo-style steering wheel, Classic Instruments gauges, 15” steel wheels, and a lowered ride height using an aftermarket rear spring and a front drop axle. Since 2022, the three-speed manual transmission was rebuilt, the cylinder heads were repaired, the water pumps were replaced, the oil pan was resealed, and the brake system was serviced. This Deuce highboy is now offered with spare parts, service records dating back to 1998, and an Arizona title in the name of the seller’s family trust.

The steel body and partially boxed frame are finished in black, and exterior details include a tilt-out windshield and teardrop taillights as well as a chrome grille insert, headlight buckets, spreader bars, and dual exhaust finishers. Chipped paint on the cowl is shown up close in the gallery.

Red-finished 15” steel wheels wear chrome hubcaps and trim rings and are mounted with 185/70 front and 255/70 rear BFGoodrich Silvertown Radial whitewall tires. The front suspension features a chrome-finished front drop axle, drag link, steering rod, and shocks, while the wishbones are painted to match the body. A steering box sourced from a 1956 F-100 has been installed, and the rear suspension has been fitted with Posies lowering springs. Stopping power is provided by hydraulic drums all around, and the brakes were overhauled in 2022.

The cabin features a bench seat trimmed in brown upholstery that extends to the door panels, kick panels, and rear bulkhead. Tan carpets line the firewall and floors, and a beveled-edge rearview mirror has been installed.

The banjo-style steering wheel sits ahead of an engine-turned dashboard fascia housing Classic instrumentation consisting of a 140-mph speedometer, an 8k-rpm tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The six-digit odometer shows 2,200 miles, which is said to represent the distance added since the build was completed.

The rumble seat is trimmed to match the cabin.

The 239ci flathead V8 was sourced from a later-model Ford, and a rebuild in 1997 involved boring the block 0.030”-over, installing an Isky camshaft, and adding Sharp high-compression cylinder heads. Induction is through dual Stromberg Super 97 carburetors mounted to a polished intake manifold. A beehive oil cooler has been added along with polished exhaust headers, and the radiator is cooled by an electric puller fan. The water pumps were replaced and the cylinder heads were repaired in 2022, and the oil pan was resealed in 2024.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed manual transmission that was rebuilt and repainted in 2022. The rear axle is equipped with 3.54:1 gearing.

A collection of chassis components, wheels, and other parts that were removed during the build are shown in the gallery and will accompany the car.

The frame stamping is partially obscured. A redacted photo of the current Arizona title is displayed in the gallery, and the title carries a Not Actual Mileage brand.

This ’32 Ford roadster was built over a span of six years by the seller, Joe Kugel of Kugel Komponents in La Habra, California. Dubbed ‘MyWay’, it was featured in an episode of Jay Leno’s Garage in 2023, and the car received the Outstanding Engineering award at the 2023 Grand National Roadster Show as well as the Hot Rod Editor’s Pick the following year. Power comes from a 427ci Dart V8 with Edelbrock cylinder heads and a Borla 8-stack throttle-body fuel-injection system, and the Tremec TKX five-speed manual transmission is linked to a Ford 9″ rear end with a limited-slip differential. It rides on a Kugel frame and independent suspension components equipped with QA1 adjustable coilovers, Eibach springs, Flaming River rack-and-pinion steering, Wilwood brake calipers, and a Hydratech booster. Inside, the red leather is accented by billet-aluminum hardware, and Restomod Air Controls, Classic Instruments gauges, and a concealed sound system have been installed. Other highlights of the build include Cerakoted brightwork, custom-fabricated Curtis Speed 15” billet wheels, and a stainless-steel dual exhaust system. This Ford street rod is now offered with a collection of trophies, a car cover, and a clean California title in the seller’s name listing it as a 1932 Ford.

The car rides on a Kugel steel frame that was narrowed by 2” at the back, and crossmembers were modified to accommodate the driveshaft and exhaust system. Kugel independent front and rear suspension setups are equipped with QA1 adjustable coilovers and Eibach springs, and a Flaming River rack-and-pinion steering rack was installed.

The Brookville steel body was tubbed, the rear fenders were bobbed, and custom rear frame horn covers were fabricated at Stone’s Metal Shop of Gardena, California. The removable soft top features wood bows.

A Rootlieb hood with louvered side panels was installed, and gray PPG paint was applied at Mahoods in Anaheim. The exterior brightwork was finished in Tungsten (C-111) Cerakote.

Cerakoted Curtis Speed billet-aluminum wheels measure 15×7” up front and 15×10” out back, and they are wrapped in 205/55 Dunlop Direzza DZ102 and 295/55 Mickey Thompson ET Street S/S tires, respectively. Centerlock-style caps cover the lug nuts. The four-wheel disc brakes utilize Wilwood calipers, drilled and slotted rotors, and a Hydratech booster that is mounted inside the left frame rail.

Bill’s Auto Upholstery of Brea, California, trimmed the cabin in BMW Vermillion Red leather and gray squareweave carpets with red binding. The Fibersteel bucket seats tilt forward on hinged brackets. Perforated vent outlets for the Restomod Air climate control system are incorporated into the custom instrument panel, which was fabricated by EVOD Industries along with the gauge bezels and door hardware. A Bluetooth-capable sound system is connected to speakers mounted in the bulkhead.

The Curtis Speed steering wheel is mounted to a Flaming River tilting steering column that has been painted to match the body. Classic Instruments green-letter dials include a 120-mph speedometer, a tachometer with a 6,200-rpm redline, and gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, fuel level, and alternator output. The six-digit odometer shows 5k miles, which is said to represent the distance added since completion of the build.

The trunk is trimmed to match the cabin, and removable panels provide access to a Kicker amplifier, an XS Power battery, a cutoff switch, and storage compartments on either side.

The 427ci V8 was built at Redline Performance using a Windsor cast-iron block from Dart and Cleveland cylinder heads from Edelbrock. Additional components include ARP fasteners, an MSD distributor, a Vintage Air Front Runner accessory drive, a Walbro in-tank electric fuel pump, and a Cooling Components electric radiator fan. The coated stainless-steel exhaust system was constructed using 1-7/8”-diameter headers, 2-1/2”-diameter pipes, and Stainless Specialties mufflers.

Induction is through a Borla 8-stack throttle-body fuel injection system managed by a Holley ECU.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a Tremec TKX five-speed manual transmission and a 9″ rear end with a limited-slip differential, 3.89:1 gearing, Kugel 31-spline drive axles, and inboard-mounted disc brakes.

The car received the Outstanding Engineering award at the 2023 Grand National Roadster Show as well as the Hot Rod Editor’s Pick the following year. A collection of trophies and plaques will accompany the car.

The car is titled by VIN B5007227 as a 1932 Ford.

This single-seat speedster was built by the seller, Bennetts Customs of Dunsborough, Western Australia, utilizing a custom-fabricated body mounted to a modified Ford Model A frame. Dubbed the “Midnight Special,” the car is powered by a 21-stud flathead V8 equipped with a Holley 94-style carburetor and backed by a three-speed manual transmission. A brass windscreen and polished louvers accent the maroon exterior, and other highlights of the build include a drilled front axle, cowl steering, Smith friction dampers, split wishbones, 21” wire wheels, and side-mounted exhaust. The build was documented on the seller’s YouTube channel leading up to the car’s debut at the 2022 Red Dust Revival held at Lake Perkolilli. This boat-tail speedster is now offered on a bill of sale in Perth, Australia.

The open-cockpit steel body is finished in maroon and incorporates a modified Ford Anglia grille surround, a narrowed cowl from a Graham, and a fuel door and rear fender sections from a 1947 Mercury. A trio of sand-formed, nickel-plated exhaust pipes extend along either side of the car and have flared tips. The hood and rocker panels were formed from aluminum sheet and feature polished louvers. Other exterior details include a brass windscreen, brass mesh grille inserts, and hand-painted gold lettering and numerals.

Black-finished 21” wire wheels are mounted with 4.50” front and 5.25” rear Lucas tires. The car rides on a boxed steel frame constructed using a rear crossmember and side rails sourced from a Ford Model A. The cowl steering system incorporates a double-bend drag link, and braking is handled by rear-wheel drums.

The front axle and suspension arms have been drilled, and other components include Smith friction dampers, split wishbones, and transverse leaf springs.

The cockpit features a single bomber-style seat trimmed in dark green upholstery that carries over to the side panels. The central shifter is topped with a brass knob, and the linkage and transmission are exposed.

The wood-rimmed steering wheel sits ahead of an engine-turned panel housing toggle switches for the ignition and electric fuel pump. The car is not equipped with an odometer.

An aluminum oxygen tank sourced from a military aircraft was modified to serve as the fuel tank, and it is mounted behind the driver.

The 21-stud Ford flathead V8 was rebuilt and painted dark green prior to installation, and it is equipped with a Holley 94-style carburetor, an aluminum radiator, and a Stewart-Warner combination gauge mounted in the engine compartment showing coolant temperature and oil pressure. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed manual transmission sourced from a 1939 Ford, a shortened torque tube, and a Model A rear axle with 3.54:1 gearing.

Photos taken at various stages of the build are presented in the gallery.

The car is not legal for road use, has not been registered for the street, and carries no title or registration. It is being sold on a bill of sale.

This street rod was the subject of a custom build under prior ownership using a 1933 Ford-style fiberglass body mounted to a boxed frame. Power is provided by a 383ci stroker V8 topped with a Weiand supercharger and linked to a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission and a 9″ rear axle. The car rides on a front drop axle with a four-bar setup and a transverse leaf spring along with a rear four-link system using adjustable coilovers, and additional equipment includes front Wilwood disc brakes, staggered American Racing wheels, C2 Corvette-style taillights, a Nardi steering wheel, a Pioneer Premier stereo, a Holley carburetor, and a dual exhaust system. This ’33 Ford roadster was purchased by the owner in 2023 and is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with a clean Arizona title listing the car as a 1933 Ford.

The fenderless body is said to comprise an aftermarket fiberglass body tub along with a metal engine cover and side panels, and it features rear-hinged doors, shaved panels, C2 Corvette-style taillights, a brushed grille, and a low-profile tinted windshield with side mirrors mounted to the pillars. Paint chips and imperfections are pictured in the gallery.

The 17″ and 20″ American Racing Torq Thrust wheels are wrapped in 225/45 and 295/40 Goodyear Eagle RS-A tires, respectively. The car rides on a boxed and powder-coated frame fitted with a four-bar front suspension setup with a drop axle, a polished transverse leaf spring, and Bilstein shocks, as well as a rear four-link system with Ridetech adjustable coilovers. Braking is handled by Wilwood front discs along with rear drums.

The bench seat, door panels, and kick panels are upholstered in pleated tan leather. Black carpets are accented by tan binding, and aftermarket polished pedals are installed along with a Pioneer Premier stereo unit and lap belts.

The trunk is trimmed in matching leather and carpet and houses the polished fuel filler cap.

The three-spoke Nardi steering wheel fronts a painted dash panel housing VDO instruments including a 120-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and auxiliary gauges for coolant temperature, oil pressure, voltage, and fuel level. The five-digit odometer shows 10k miles, less than 1k of which have been added under current ownership.

The 383ci stroker V8 is fitted with a Weiand supercharger and a Holley four-barrel carburetor as well as polished valve covers and accessories, coated block-hugger exhaust headers, and a polished radiator shroud.

Power is delivered to rear wheels through a TH350 three-speed automatic transmission and a Ford 9″ rear axle. The dual exhaust system is equipped with polished glasspack-style mufflers.

The fabricated chassis identification plate reads SD5927PAZ3601084, which corresponds with the VIN listed on the Arizona title.