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This is the 2023 Toyota Sequoia, potentially the best full-sized SUV on the market today. Our $77,784 MSRP test vehicle boasts power from the optional i-FORCE MAX twin-turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 hybrid system that produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque. Paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission with sequential shift, this Toyota tank hits a sweet spot between traditional Yankee utility and modern efficiency. Like previous generations, the Sequoia is based on the Toyota Tundra Pickup truck and excels as a main battle tank, but I suppose it could be used as a family vehicle or motivated people mover. The base trim sequoia SR5 starts at $59,865.
Exterior
Before I begin with the exterior features, we should talk about the Easter egg on the passenger side windshield. If you look closely at the windshield stippling, there is a line of Morse code near the Toyota Truck logo in the bottom corner. This reads “Badass Trucks” and is something you can find on the Toyota Tundra as well. Our Silver Metallic Sequoia has aggressive butch styling, with 8.6 inches of ground clearance to provide 15/20 approach departure angles in the event you want to go off road. In front, the Platinum features trim with a dark accented chrome mesh grille with chrome surrounding it. Just behind the grille are active grille shutters, a cool piece of technology to improve vehicle operating temperature characteristics and aerodynamics. You’ll also find auto leveling LED headlights with LED daytime running lights. A standard feature on the Platinum Sequioa, that comes optional on the Limited trim, are the sequential turn signals on the front and rear that are a pleasant cosmetic addition, though admittedly, not necessary. The Platinum features 20-inch dark painted alloy wheels, but if you want them even bigger, opt for the top-tier Capstone trim’s 22-inch wheels. This Sequoia features the $1,000 extra power extending running boards over the fixed boards, which is up to personal preference, but the power folding boards could also slightly improve aerodynamic efficiency. As with most manufacturers, you’ll also find an array of color keyed or piano black options which vary on trim level to provide a premium appearance.
Interior
As a full-size SUV, it comes as no surprise that the interior is spacious but done well with a variety of functionality. The Platinum features seating for seven thanks to the second-row captain’s chairs over a standard bench, and there are eight seat options available in other trims. All the seats are trimmed in leather, yes, that includes the third row. The Platinum trim features heated and ventilated front AND rear seats, which is impressive, along with three zone climate control, split for the front and universal for the back seats. For the technology, the Platinum features a massive 14-inch multimedia display with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto funneled through a 14-speaker JBL audio system. The driver gets a 12.3-inch gauge cluster display which has adjustable multi-information displays for your preference, and additional options include a $6,000 heads-up display that Toyota implements well.
Power and Performance
Pop the hood and you will find an engine, but more Easter eggs as well. The passenger side headlight features an outline of Michigan with the letters “R&D” for Toyota’s research and development headquarters. There’s also an outline of Texas with the word “Born” signifying the Toyota factory where it’s built alongside the Toyota Tundra. Power comes from an i-FORCE MAX twin turbocharged 3.4-liter V6 hybrid, the optional Tundra powerplant which produces 437 horsepower and 583 lb-ft of torque and is paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission with sequential shift. The hybrid powertrain is standard across all trim levels and comes as a huge improvement over the previous generation Sequoia V8. The Sequoia’s standard drive mode is two-wheel drive but can be kicked in to 4WDemand (part-time four-wheel drive) thanks to an electronic transfer case and even offers a limited slip differential. Weighing in at 5,855 pounds, the Sequoia achieves 0-60 in just 5.6 seconds, an impressive feat for such a massive vehicle. All that grunt also presents towing capabilities with a max towing capacity of 9,310 pounds for the platinum along with drive mode select and tow/haul modes. All this power comes with a cost and an EPA fuel rating of 19 mpg city / 22 mpg highway / 20 combined, with the 22.5-gallon fuel tank, this gives you an estimated 450 miles of range. If you stay out of the turbocharged boost. Not bad when you consider the size of the vehicle, but it’s not good fuel economy either.
Drive
The Sequoia drives like a tank. You have the benefit of high-up visibility through an upright windshield and massive tow mirrors, but a glimpse in the rearview mirror reminds you of the sheer size of the Sequoia. Thankfully the Platinum has a digital rearview mirror that I find helps improve visibility. Under-accelerating and braking the Sequoia exhibits a fair amount of body roll forwards and backward but seems mitigated in lateral movement relatively speaking when turning. The acceleration is smooth with no shortage of power, and the brakes are strong as expected for such a heavy vehicle. The main note for driving is the massive size of the vehicle means you must pay more attention to keeping the vehicle in lanes and when parking, which can be a challenge and may not be suitable for less confident or less skilled drivers.
Conclusion
If you get anxious driving or have trouble parking this is not for you. There is an all-conquering presence that is hard to dispute, and the crazy amount of storage and compartments gives the 2023 Toyota Sequoia a great argument as a family hauler.
Muscle car fans know that real performance cars often have their own cues that establish their levels of insane performance. These include massive hood intakes, spoilers, racing stripes, and aggressive stances. The rumble of the exhaust might just be the biggest indicator of true speed. However, some unique cars were both fast and desirable. These luxury coupes delivered a huge level of performance luxuriously.
These rides weren’t necessarily flamboyant or loud. They were models that appealed to customers who wanted luxury but craved performance. The best of luxury coupes were notorious for their ability to cocoon the driver in luxury but provide it with enough firepower to beat Mustangs at the stoplight. Find out which luxury coupes featured massive performance right here.
Mercury Marauder X100
Today, the Mercury brand is defunct. But back in the ’60s, it was a well-respected luxury division above the working-class Ford and just below Lincoln. Mercury did well in the muscle car segment with the Cougars and Cyclone. Luxury performance models were scarce until 1969 when a new generation of the Marauder left the factory. Imagined as a luxury coupe, the Marauder had a fresh design with new features like concealed headlights, a massive front end, and a sloping rear end with concave glass (via Hemmings).
It was a big, heavy car intended for cruising rather than racing. However, Mercury needed something to fight the Pontiac Grand Prix and Buick Riviera GS. They needed to upgrade the Marauder to higher spec if they wanted a piece of the action. So the Marauder X100 was made. Behind the strange name was a regular 1969 Marauder but with a 429 V8 engine with 360 hp, bucket seats, heavy-duty suspension blackout rear trim, and fender skirts.
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This 1936 Ford pickup was fitted with a 351ci V8, a four-speed AOD automatic transmission, and independent front suspension before being acquired by the seller in 2020. The truck has been repainted in burgundy with black fenders over a red interior and is equipped with 15″ black-painted steel wheels, front disc brakes, rack-and-pinion steering, a tilt-out windshield, a wood-lined cargo floor, a dual exhaust system, an aftermarket bench seat, and Dolphin gauges. This Ford pickup is now offered with an Idaho title.
The body was refinished in burgundy with black fenders and running boards under prior ownership. Exterior details include tinted windows, a tilt-out windshield, a wood-lined cargo floor, and an electric cowl air vent. The rear fenders were covered with gloss black 3M vinyl after the left fender was damaged by a bird.
The 15″ black-finished steel wheels wear bright hubcaps and 205/60 Cooper Tires CS5 Grand Tour tires. Mustang II-style independent front suspension components have been installed in addition to rack-and-pinion steering and front disc brakes.
The cabin features an aftermarket bench seat upholstered in red and fitted with lap belts for two occupants, along with red door panels and carpets. Vintage Air climate control has been added, and the air conditioning does not function.
The four-spoke steering wheel is mounted to a LimeWorks column and fronts aftermarket Dolphin gauges that consist of a 140-mph speedometer along with auxiliary readouts for coolant temperature, voltage, fuel level, and oil pressure. The six-digit odometer shows 8k miles, approximately 6k of which have been added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.
The 351ci Ford Windsor V8 is equipped with aluminum cylinder heads, a Holley carburetor, a Pertronix ignition system, tubular headers, and an aluminum radiator. An oil change was performed in June 2023, and the air conditioning compressor belt was installed in preparation for the sale.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed Ford AOD automatic transmission. A dual exhaust system with Magnaflow mufflers has been added. Additional underside images are provided in the gallery.
There is currently a lien on the truck, and the seller’s lender will need to be paid off before the title can be transferred to the new owner.
This 1941 Ford Sedan Delivery was modified under previous ownership, with work consisting of repainting the body, reupholstering the interior, and installing a modified front and rear suspension as well as a 302ci V8 linked with an AOD four-speed automatic transmission and a 9″ rear axle. The car is finished in black over black vinyl upholstery, and equipment includes power steering, adjustable front coilovers, rear leaf springs, power front disc brakes, red-finished 15″ steel wheels, an Edelbrock intake manifold and four-barrel carburetor, PerTronix Flame Thrower ignition coil, air conditioning, and Stewart-Warner instrumentation. The car was acquired by the owner in 2020 and subsequent work consisted of installing front coilovers, rear shocks, and replacement suspension bushings and tires. This modified Sedan Delivery is now offered by the seller on behalf of the owner with a clean California title.
The car is finished in black and is said to have been repainted under prior ownership. Details include a polished grille, a trailer hitch receiver, chrome bumpers, dual side mirrors, bodyside moldings, dual taillights, and black rubber-lined running boards. Paint blemishes are shown up close in the gallery.
Red-finished 15″ wheels wear chrome trim rings, Ford Deluxe-branded smoothie covers, and Coker classic whitewall tires up front and Hankook Kinergy tires out back. The vehicle has been fitted with power rack-and-pinion steering, a Mustang II-style front suspension, adjustable front coilovers, front and rear sway bars, and a Camaro-style leaf spring rear suspension. Braking is handled by power-assisted front discs and rear drums.
The cabin features a split-folding bench seat trimmed in black vinyl upholstery joined by a color-coordinated dashboard, door and cargo panels, and carpeting. Equipment includes air conditioning, a floor-mounted shifter, lap belts, and wooden rear cargo side panels. A battery cut-off switch has been mounted below the seat and a 1991 SCTA Bonneville timing plaque is affixed to the passenger side of the dashboard. The radio does not work.
The banjo-style steering wheel frames a Stewart-Warner 160-mph speedometer and four supplementary gauges. The five-digit mechanical odometer shows 10k miles, approximately 1k of which have been added under current ownership. Total mileage is unknown.
The 302ci V8 was installed under prior ownership and features an Edelbrock intake manifold and four-barrel carburetor, a PerTronix Flame Thrower ignition coil, Ford Racing-branded valve covers, aluminum accessory pulleys, and tubular exhaust headers. An oil change was performed under current ownership.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through an AOD four-speed automatic transmission and a 9″ rear axle. A transmission cooler with an electric cooling fan is installed as well as a dual exhaust system with Super Turbo mufflers.
This ’34 Ford hot rod was built in 2020 by West Coast Choppers utilizing a three-window coupe body from Gibbon Fiberglass Reproductions. The body is mounted on a Total Cost Involved chassis, and power is provided by a 383ci Chevrolet stroker V8 mated to a three-speed Turbo-Hydramatic transmission. The car is also equipped with four-wheel disc brakes, air-ride suspension, a dropped front axle, adjustable rear coilovers, and billet aluminum wheels measuring 18″ and 19″ in diameter. The interior features bucket seats trimmed in black leather and also incorporates electric windows, lap seatbelts, red instruments, and a Vintage Air HVAC system. This hot rod was acquired by the seller around a year ago and is now offered with a clean Texas title in the name of the seller’s LLC.
The ’34 Ford fiberglass body is finished in black and features rear-hinged doors, tinted windows, and louvered engine covers. A ceramic coating has reportedly been applied to the paintwork. The seller notes various rock chips and states that the actuator for the trunk lid has occasional difficulty opening and closing. A paint crack and scratch are shown up close in the gallery below.
Billet aluminum wheels from Curtis Speed Equipment measure 18” up front and 19” out back and are shod with Excelsior tires. Braking is via Wilwood discs at all four corners. The car is equipped with air-ride suspension, a dropped front axle, and QA1 adjustable coilovers in the rear. The compressor for the air suspension is reported to have a loose ground.
The cabin houses bucket seats trimmed in black leather with white stitching. A Vintage Air HVAC system has been installed along with a JVC CD stereo, electric windows, and lap belts.
A two-spoke steering wheel frames red gauges from Classic Instruments, including a 140-mph speedometer with an inset tachometer. A pressure gauge for the air-ride system is mounted under the dash. The six-digit odometer shows approximately 10 miles.
The 383ci Chevrolet stroker V8 features an Edelbrock intake manifold and an aluminum radiator.
The car was built on a TCI chassis, and power is sent to the rear wheels via a Turbo-Hydramatic three-speed automatic transmission.
The car is titled in Texas as a 1934 Ford two door using vehicle identification number 007134, which is stamped on the car as shown above. The title carries an “exempt” notation in the odometer reading section.
This Willys-style pickup was acquired by the seller in 2018 and was subsequently the subject of a custom street-rod build utilizing a fiberglass Willys pickup body and a custom chassis. The truck is finished in lime green over white upholstery and powered by a 468ci stroker V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission and a narrowed 9″ Ford differential. Equipment includes front Rocket wheels, rear Centerline Superlite wheels, a Vega steering box, front disc brakes, adjustable coilovers, Moroso wheelie bars, a custom exhaust system, dual Edelbrock carburetors, Stewart-Warner gauges, and a tubbed bed with wood plank flooring. This Willys street rod pickup is now offered with a clean Oregon title in the seller’s name listing the truck as a 1941 Willys Pickup.
The Willys-style fiberglass body is modeled after a 1941 Pickup and is finished in a custom shade of metallic lime green with black accents featuring rose graphics. Equipment includes a vented and tilting front clip assembly with gas shocks, a billet grille, a tubbed bed with wood plank flooring, a tubular chrome rear bumper, Moroso wheelie bars, 1950s Pontiac-style LED taillights, a recessed license plate holder, chrome mirrors, window tint, and side exhaust outlets. The windshield wipers have been removed.
Front Rocket wheels are wrapped in Firestone tires, and rear Centerline Superline wheels wear 18.5″ wide Mickey Thompson rear tires. The chassis is equipped with adjustable coilovers, Panhard bars, a Vega steering box, three Borgeson steering joints, and watts linkage. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums.
The cabin features a bench seat upholstered in white vinyl with green piping along with a matching headliner and door panels as well as contrasting black carpeting. Additional equipment includes a Lokar floor shifter, a glove box, and a rearview mirror. The aftermarket head unit does not work.
The three-spoke steering wheel frames Stewart-Warner instrumentation consisting of a 160-mph speedometer and gauges for oil pressure, water temperature, voltage, and fuel level. The speedometer is said to be inaccurate. The odometer shows 1,700 miles, which is said to represent the distance covered since the completion of the build. Total mileage is unknown.
The 454ci V8 was reportedly bored and stroked to 468ci with Keith Black 9.5.1:1 pistons, a 280-degree COMP Cams camshaft, and a gear drive, replacement lifters, and roller rockers. Additional equipment includes
- Oval-port cast iron cylinder heads
- Edelbrock Street Tunnel Ram intake manifold
- Adjustable fuel pressure regulator and gauge
- Dual Edlebrock 600-cfm carburetors
- Aluminum finned valve covers with tall aluminum breathers
- High voltage ignition coil
- Aluminum HEI distributor
- Accel spark plug wires
- Polished high-flow water pump
- 48-amp alternator
- Chrome harmonic balancer
- Aluminum radiator with an electric fan
- Chrome eight-quart oil pan
- High-volume oil pump
- Mini high-torque starter
- Aluminum Hilborn-style intake scoop
- 2.5″ exhaust headers with cutouts and Flowmaster mufflers
Power is sent to the rear wheels via a TH400 three-speed automatic transmission with a 2,400-2,600-rpm stall converter and an aluminum extra-capacity finned pan. The narrowed 9″ Ford rear end features 3.10:1 gearing and sends power to the wheels via Moser axles.
The replacement serial number tag reads W231993, which corresponds with the VIN listed on the Oregon title. The title lists the truck as a 1941 Willys Pickup.
Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auctions will feature three collections during the inaugural New Orleans Auction, September 28-30 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, including a diverse selection of collectible cars, trucks and SUVs. All crossing the block at No Reserve, the collectible vehicles from the Sherwood Classics, MS Classic Cars and Jimmy Bankhead collections feature an array of well-preserved, restored and custom-built selections, including a pair of late-model Aston Martins, a 2005 Ford GT, custom 1954 pickup and a matching-numbers 1969 Ford Mustang 428 SCJ Drag Pack.
“Many astute collectors turn to Barrett-Jackson to auction their prized vehicles that have been restored and maintained within their private collections,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Among the hundreds of vehicles crossing the auction block in New Orleans, we have three exceptional groupings that will be featured. The Sherwood Classics, MS Classic Cars and Jimmy Bankhead collections are excellent examples of the passion and extreme care taken to preserve these vehicles, ensuring they provide a wonderful opportunity for their next stewards looking to add to a collection of their own.”
The Sherwood Classics Collection features eight collectible vehicles, including a 2005 Ford GT (Lot #735), as well as a custom 1961 Chevrolet Corvette convertible (Lot #681) powered by an all-aluminum LS1 engine backed by a 4-speed automatic transmission. Powered by its original matching-numbers drivetrain, a 1958 Chevrolet Corvette 283/290 Fuelie convertible (Lot #778) was restored to NCRS standards, featuring a striking red exterior that matches the interior and complements the black soft-top. Lot #779 is a 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 SCJ Drag Pack powered by its matching-numbers R-code 428ci Super Cobra Jet engine paired with a Toploader 4-speed manual transmission.
Leading the MS Classic Cars Collection is “Shadow,” a custom 1954 Chevrolet Pickup (Lot #782) built with a vision to create the ultimate classic pickup while keeping the iconic factory appearance. Countless hours and dollars were invested in the 4-year build, which was completed in May 2023. An authentic and meticulously restored 1972 Dodge Charger 440 Magnum (Lot #412) is a seldom-seen Mopar muscle car and is one of only 785 “U-Code” models built that year, which included the 440ci 4-barrel Magnum High Performance V8. A great example of an original matching-numbers iconic American sports car, a 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 283/270 convertible (Lot #760) will also cross the block with No Reserve. The result of an impressive show-quality restoration, it is listed in the Corvette C1 Registry.
“The diversity of these three collections is amazing and represents some of the most desirable vehicles in the hobby,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “The breadth of these collections resembles our entire auction docket, appealing to enthusiasts from every generation. Our inaugural New Orleans Auction will offer everyone the chance to find that perfect collectible vehicle they’ve always wanted.”
Featuring an array of domestic and import collectible vehicles, the Jimmy Bankhead Collection is led by a 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish (Lot #676) with less than 5,000 actual miles and a 2011 Aston Martin Vantage V12 (Lot #655) powered by a hand-built 510-horsepower V12 engine with a custom-installed Borla exhaust system. Also included in the collection is a black-on-black 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S cabriolet (Lot #416) that has less than 6,000 miles. Domestic prowess is available from a 2022 Chevrolet Corvette 3LT convertible (Lot #791) powered by a V8 engine that generates 490 horsepower. Classics from the collection include two fully restored trucks: a 1956 Chevrolet Cameo (Lot #403) and a 1969 Chevrolet C10 long-bed pickup (Lot #389)
Enthusiasts interested in being a part of the excitement may also consign their collector vehicle here. Those interested in registering to bid for Barrett-Jackson’s inaugural New Orleans Auction may do so here.
Advance tickets to the event are available here. On Location, Barrett-Jackson’s official hospitality partner, is offering several immersive VIP Experience packages for guests to join the action on the auction block, enjoy premium hospitality and connect with like-minded enthusiasts like never before. To learn more about On Location’s offerings, click here.
Join Barrett-Jackson’s online conversation with #BarrettJackson and #BJAC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auctions will feature three collections during the inaugural New Orleans Auction, September 28-30 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, including a diverse selection of collectible cars, trucks and SUVs. All crossing the block at No Reserve, the collectible vehicles from the Sherwood Classics, MS Classic Cars and Jimmy Bankhead collections feature an array of well-preserved, restored and custom-built selections, including a pair of late-model Aston Martins, a 2005 Ford GT, custom 1954 pickup and a matching-numbers 1969 Ford Mustang 428 SCJ Drag Pack.
“Many astute collectors turn to Barrett-Jackson to auction their prized vehicles that have been restored and maintained within their private collections,” said Craig Jackson, chairman and CEO of Barrett-Jackson. “Among the hundreds of vehicles crossing the auction block in New Orleans, we have three exceptional groupings that will be featured. The Sherwood Classics, MS Classic Cars and Jimmy Bankhead collections are excellent examples of the passion and extreme care taken to preserve these vehicles, ensuring they provide a wonderful opportunity for their next stewards looking to add to a collection of their own.”
The Sherwood Classics Collection features eight collectible vehicles, including a 2005 Ford GT (Lot #735), as well as a custom 1961 Chevrolet Corvette convertible (Lot #681) powered by an all-aluminum LS1 engine backed by a 4-speed automatic transmission. Powered by its original matching-numbers drivetrain, a 1958 Chevrolet Corvette 283/290 Fuelie convertible (Lot #778) was restored to NCRS standards, featuring a striking red exterior that matches the interior and complements the black soft-top. Lot #779 is a 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 428 SCJ Drag Pack powered by its matching-numbers R-code 428ci Super Cobra Jet engine paired with a Toploader 4-speed manual transmission.
Leading the MS Classic Cars Collection is “Shadow,” a custom 1954 Chevrolet Pickup (Lot #782) built with a vision to create the ultimate classic pickup while keeping the iconic factory appearance. Countless hours and dollars were invested in the 4-year build, which was completed in May 2023. An authentic and meticulously restored 1972 Dodge Charger 440 Magnum (Lot #412) is a seldom-seen Mopar muscle car and is one of only 785 “U-Code” models built that year, which included the 440ci 4-barrel Magnum High Performance V8. A great example of an original matching-numbers iconic American sports car, a 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 283/270 convertible (Lot #760) will also cross the block with No Reserve. The result of an impressive show-quality restoration, it is listed in the Corvette C1 Registry.
“The diversity of these three collections is amazing and represents some of the most desirable vehicles in the hobby,” said Steve Davis, president of Barrett-Jackson. “The breadth of these collections resembles our entire auction docket, appealing to enthusiasts from every generation. Our inaugural New Orleans Auction will offer everyone the chance to find that perfect collectible vehicle they’ve always wanted.”
Featuring an array of domestic and import collectible vehicles, the Jimmy Bankhead Collection is led by a 2014 Aston Martin Vanquish (Lot #676) with less than 5,000 actual miles and a 2011 Aston Martin Vantage V12 (Lot #655) powered by a hand-built 510-horsepower V12 engine with a custom-installed Borla exhaust system. Also included in the collection is a black-on-black 2006 Porsche 911 Carrera S cabriolet (Lot #416) that has less than 6,000 miles. Domestic prowess is available from a 2022 Chevrolet Corvette 3LT convertible (Lot #791) powered by a V8 engine that generates 490 horsepower. Classics from the collection include two fully restored trucks: a 1956 Chevrolet Cameo (Lot #403) and a 1969 Chevrolet C10 long-bed pickup (Lot #389)
Enthusiasts interested in being a part of the excitement may also consign their collector vehicle here. Those interested in registering to bid for Barrett-Jackson’s inaugural New Orleans Auction may do so here.
Advance tickets to the event are available here. On Location, Barrett-Jackson’s official hospitality partner, is offering several immersive VIP Experience packages for guests to join the action on the auction block, enjoy premium hospitality and connect with like-minded enthusiasts like never before. To learn more about On Location’s offerings, click here.
Join Barrett-Jackson’s online conversation with #BarrettJackson and #BJAC on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube.
Featured on AutoHunter, the online auction platform driven by ClassicCars.com, is this 347-Powered 1932 Ford Highboy 5-Window Coupe.
Even though its body has 90-year-old vintage lines, this 5-window coupe is about as fresh as any classic car can be. That’s because it uses a newer fiberglass body along with power disc brakes, an independent front suspension, rack-and-pinion steering, and an automatic transmission. This black over tan vinyl Highboy is being sold by a private party in Auburn, Alabama, and the auction ends Thursday, so click over and check it out.
Early 1930s Fords are popular in the hot-rodding community and this build would turn lots of heads at a local cruise-in. Traditionally, a Highboy was a roadster with the fenders and running boards removed. This example has been customized with treatment like color-keyed headlight enclosures, new five-spoke 15-inch aluminum wheels, a dual exhaust setup, and taillights that were sourced from a 1948 Chevrolet.
Much like the rest of the car, the interior is simple, if not spartan. Amenities are light – this is a space where you have to learn to drive without a heater, a radio, a navigation system, cup holders, or cruise control. And that’s why I love it: It is a car that delivers driving enjoyment by forcing the driver to focus on the road and nothing else. This is something lost on many modern vehicles. Take Cadillac Super Cruise, for example. This technology encourages people to take their hands off the wheel, and while the system has been proven safe to implement, it deprives the driver of the opportunity to be in complete control.
This Highboy has accrued 6,500 miles since the build was completed, and power comes from a crate-sourced 347cid stroker V8 that is upgraded with chrome valve covers, an aluminum intake manifold, a Holley 750-cfm four-barrel carburetor, an MSD ignition system, and an aluminum radiator. Torque is fed to the nine-inch rear end through a floor-shifted C4 three-speed automatic transmission.
The seller has provided a comprehensive photo gallery of over 100 photos including underbody shots that illustrate just how clean this car is. Take advantage of the opportunity to pick up this custom ride that delivers simple driving fun!
The auction for this 1932 Ford Highboy 5-Window Coupe ends Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. (PDT)
Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and photo gallery