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    350-Powered Ford Model T C-Cab Street Rod 5-Speed

    This Model T street rod was the subject of a custom build before being purchased by the seller in 2015. The fiberglass delivery-style C-cab body was finished in metallic red candy paint with skull and flame accents before being mounted to a fabricated chassis with a Super Bell front drop axle, front hairpin radius rods, and a rear ladder-bar setup with QA1 adjustable coilovers. Power is provided by a 350ci Chevrolet V8 that features an Edelbrock camshaft, intake manifold, and carburetor as well as Pro Comp aluminum cylinder heads, and the five-speed manual transmission is linked to a GM 10-bolt rear end. The interior houses a wrap-around bench trimmed in tan leather with beige diamond-stitched inserts, and the rear cargo area is trimmed to match with flame accents on the side panels. Additional equipment includes a Ford grille, chrome headers, front disc brakes, and big-and-little Jegs SSR Spike wheels with Mickey Thompson tires. This Model T street rod is now offered with a clean New Mexico title in the seller’s name.

    The custom fiberglass delivery-style C-cab body is finished in metallic red candy paint with airbrushed skull and flame graphics. It has no side windows and features a side-hinged rear cargo door with an oval window as well as a ’32 Ford-style grille shell, a chrome windshield frame, dual side mirrors, and lantern-style taillamps.

    The body is mounted to a custom chassis with a Super Bell front drop axle with hairpin radius rods and a ladder-bar rear setup with adjustable QA1 coilovers. The big-and-little 15″ Jegs SSR wheels were mounted in 2025 and are wrapped in 24×5 and 28×12 Mickey Thompson Sportsman S/R tires. Braking is handled by front discs and rear drums.

    The cabin features a wrap-around bench seat upholstered in tan leather with beige diamond-stitched inserts and red stitching and piping. The custom piston-rod shifter is mounted to a curved stalk, and the floors are covered in square-weave carpeting.

    The rear cargo area is lined in coordinated upholstery with raised red-trimmed flame accents on each side.

    The padded steering wheel has a flame motif and is mounted to a tilting column aft of a set of Dolphin gauges consisting of a 140-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and auxiliary gauges. The seller notes the speedometer cable is not connected. The odometer shows 0 miles, and total mileage is unknown.

    The 350ci Chevrolet V8 features Pro Comp aluminum cylinder heads with roller rocker arms as well as an Edelbrock camshaft, Victor Jr. aluminum intake manifold, and four-barrel carburetor. Additional equipment includes an HEI distributor, chrome exhaust headers, finned aluminum valve covers, a shotgun-style air scoop with dual butterflies, and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan.

    Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission and a GM 10-bolt rear end.

    The car is titled by its California Replacement Identification Number, which is listed as the VIN on the New Mexico title that refers to the car as a 1923 Ford Model T.

    Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction’s Top 10 Thursday Sales

    After a sweltering summer in Phoenix, the weather tempers itself with cool nights and sunny days—sounds like a fine time for Barrett-Jackson to have an auction! For the second day of the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, the eclectic array of automobilia and automobiles brought in the enthusiasts from all parts of America and the world.

    Additionally, in comparison to Wednesday’s Top 10, you’ll notice the mix of cars for Thursday’s Top 10 has evolved from luxury and 4WD vehicles to mainly 1950-1960s American and muscle cars. What topped the day’s sales? Read on!

    LOT DESCRIPTION PRICE
    433 1966 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE SS 396 $60,500
    423 1956 CHEVROLET 150 CUSTOM COUPE $59,400
    430 1970 FORD F-100 CUSTOM PICKUP $55,000
    423.1 1965 FORD MUSTANG FASTBACK $51,700
    463 1965 FORD FALCON FUTURA CONVERTIBLE $50,600
    424.1 1955 CHEVROLET 210 DELRAY $49,500
    410 1960 CHEVROLET EL CAMINO CUSTOM PICKUP $49,500
    451 1971 PONTIAC GTO CUSTOM COUPE $47,300
    434 1974 PLYMOUTH ‘CUDA CUSTOM COUPE $47,300
    444 1970 CHEVROLET CHEVELLE CUSTOM COUPE $46,200
    Click on each car name to view the vehicle and description

    See anything you like?

    More excitement is in store for Friday and Saturday at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction. There’s still time to register to bid if you see something you like. Simply want to check out the cast of cars? Get your tickets here or watch it live.

    Preserve Watts Shows Off a Ford Super Duty EV Conversion

    There were so many types of electric vehicles at Electrify Expo Phoenix 2025, ranging from cars and SUVs to bicycles and even skateboards. Rob Thompson, an experienced engineer and the CEO of Preserve Watts, showed us one of the most unusual EVs there: his company’s 2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty build. It started life with the “Godzilla” 7.3-liter V8, but now it’s powered by an EV conversion kit developed for CARB-compliant fleet use. Click the below play button to learn more about Rob, Preserve Watts, and this all-electric Super Duty—and discover which classic car Rob wants to convert into an EV.

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    350-Powered ’33 Ford “Cabster”

    This ’33 Ford “Cabster” is a fiberglass-bodied hot rod that is mounted on a TCI chassis with independent front suspension and a four-link rear with adjustable coilovers. Power comes from a 350ci V8 topped by an Edelbrock EPS aluminum intake manifold and four-barrel carburetor, and it is linked to a three-speed automatic transmission. The car features a chopped windshield, power windows, a power trunk lid, keyless entry, heated seats, a Rootlieb hood, tan upholstery, a tilt column, staggered-diameter E/T alloy wheels, a Lokar shifter, and retro-look gauges. Acquired by the selling dealer in 2025, this hot rod is now offered with a clean Colorado title listing the car as a 1933 Ford Roadster.

    The Redneck Street Rods ’33 Cabster utilizes a fiberglass body with hidden hinges for the suicide doors. It is fitted with a Rootlieb three-piece steel hood and painted red. The seller states the headlights and glass tail lights are factory Ford components.

    The body is mounted on a TCI chassis with independent front suspension and a four-link rear with adjustable coilovers. Front disc brakes are fitted along with E/T wheels and staggered BFGoodrich tires measuring 185/70-14 up front and 255/70-15 out back. The master cylinder is located under the cab. 

    Tan upholstery covers the bench seat, which has dual-range heating with separate controls for the driver and passenger. The car is equipped with keyless entry, power windows, and a power-lifting trunk lid.

    The four-spoke wheel is mounted on a tilt column, and a Lokar shifter was used. Retro-look TPI Tech gauges are mounted in the dash, and 5,900 miles are indicated on the digital odometer.

    The 350ci V8 is topped by a polished Edelbrock EPS manifold and a four-barrel carburetor, and it has finned valve covers and an electric fan.

    The TH400 three-speed automatic transmission is linked to a Ford 9″ rear end with 3.50:1 gears, and the dual exhaust system uses MagnaFlow mufflers.

    The car is titled as a 1933 Ford Roadster using VIN 18243809.

    ’32 Ford Highboy Roadster

    This ’32 Ford roadster was built in 2025 using a Brookville Roadster steel body that is finished in maroon and mounted atop a SoCal Speed Shop frame. Power is provided by a 355ci V8 crate engine linked to a 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission and a Currie 9″ rear end with a 3.50:1 differential. The chassis features a front split-wishbone suspension with a drop axle along with a ladder-bar rear suspension with adjustable coilovers, four-wheel drums brakes, and 16″ steel wheels wrapped in Firestone rubber. The interior is trimmed in brown Napa leather with square-weave carpeting, and a Lokar shifter is installed along with aftermarket turn signals, New Vintage USA gauges, and custom map pockets. Additional equipment includes a Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection system, aluminum cylinder heads, ram-horn exhaust manifolds, and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan. This Ford roadster hot rod is now offered on dealer consignment with a clean Utah title.

    The steel Brookville Roadster body is finished in maroon and features a chopped windshield frame, dual side mirrors, Guide headlamps with top-mounted marker lights, and 1937 Ford-style taillights. It is mounted atop ’32-style frame rails that are painted to match.

    The car rides on a SoCal Speed Shop chassis with a 5″ drop axle, split wishbones, and a transverse leaf spring up front along with ladder bars and Aldan adjustable coilovers out back. Chrome-plated 16″ steel wheels are wrapped in big and little Firestone Deluxe Champion bias-ply tires. Braking is handled by four-wheel drums.

    The cabin features a bench seat upholstered in brown Napa leather along with matching door panels and beige square-weave carpeting with brown piping. The re-trimming was done by Perfect Stitch Upholstery in South Jordan, Utah, who trimmed the inside of the trunk to match. Details include a Lokar shifter, a column-mounted turn-signal switch, and custom door map pockets.

    The white steering wheel was sourced from a 1950 Ford and is mounted to a LimeWorks chrome steering column. The smooth dash panel houses New Vintage USA gauges consisting of a 140-mph speedometer and a combination gauge with readouts for voltage, fuel level, oil pressure, and water temperature. The digital odometer indicates 1 mile, and the selling dealer reports approximately 25 miles have been added since the completion of the build.

    The 355ci small-block Chevrolet V8 crate engine features aluminum cylinder heads, Hypereutectic pistons, a cast iron crankshaft, a hydraulic roller camshaft, and an aluminum intake manifold topped with a Holley Sniper electronic fuel injection unit. The aluminum radiator is accompanied by a SPAL electric fan.

    Power is sent to the rear wheels through a 700R4 four-speed automatic transmission and a Currie 9″ rear end housing a 3.50:1 differential.

    The Utah title lists the car as a 1932 Ford Roadster with the Utah state-assigned VIN UTR06994.

    The Tent Cars at Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction

    Sure, it’s nice to see Ford GTs and Corvette restomods at any Barrett-Jackson auction, but there are plenty of other cars that are more attainable to enthusiasts like you and me. At the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, some of those vehicles reside under Tents 1 though 3.

    We strolled through all three tents to curate some more interesting vehicles for you. Alright, maybe we cannot determine what you would deem interesting, but a better eclectic assemblage cannot be found. Enjoy!

    This 1999 Mazda RX-7 from its home market features performance upgrades including an HKS exhaust, blow-off valve and wastegate, and Tein suspension. The interior is outfitted with a JDM Carrozzeria stereo and dashcam, Momo steering wheel, Razo shifter knob, and Defi gauges.

    This 1995 Mitsubishi may look familiar, but in Japan, it was known as the GTO. Specifically, it’s a lightweight MR-spec model, which did without the four-wheel steering and electronic suspension. It’s been upgraded with an HKS wastegate, electronic boost control, and “performance” brakes. Wheels are 20-inch ZEA JDMs.

    You may recognize this 1974 Plymouth Duster because it was built for the movie “Happy Gilmore 2,” starring Adam Sandler. It was originally powered by a Slant Six, but now it features a 360 underneath the hood, plus a pop-up sunroof.

    Due to trim being removed, you may not recognize this as a 1964 Plymouth Sport Fury. It’s currently powered by an unusual 447 small-block putting out 440 horsepower. There’s a lot of other goodies that make this car more capable for your morning commute, but what caught our attention was the tough stance.

    Hardtops were still a newfangled thing in the early 1950s, always the sportiest vehicle in the lineup. This 1954 Mercury Monterey is powered by a 256ci “Y-block” paired with a Merc-O-Matic transmission.

    Admittedly, I prefer the 1967-68 Eldorado, but this 1970 Cadillac Eldorado was painted in a very attractive “period” hue – and dig that alligator-grain vinyl top! And if that doesn’t do it for you, maybe 400 horsepower will.

    Volkswagen Vanagons were never known for their acceleration, but that’s nothing a 2.5-liter Subie engine can’t fix. Other mods on this 1990 model include a new suspension, big brake kit, custom roof rack, road shower, custom ladder, pop-up tent, and more.

    This ain’t just any Bimmer—it’s a 2012 BMW Alpina B7 SWB xDrive. The twin-turbo 4.4-liter V8 achieves 500 horsepower via larger Honeywell turbochargers, reinforced cylinder heads, Mahle pistons, revised ECU tuning, an Alpina-tuned exhaust system, and more. This is peak Teutonic super saloon!

    Aston Martin Exhibit Opening at the Petersen on October 30

    It’s going to be a while until the next James Bond movie comes out—and who knows if he’ll still be in an Aston Martin when it does? After the corporate shuffle between 1989’s “License to Kill” and 1995’s “Goldeneye,” 007 was a BMW driver until 1999’s “The World is Not Enough.” The good news is that you can get an eyeful of these British performance cars at the Petersen Automotive Museum’s newest exhibit, Performance & Prestige: A History of Aston Martin starting October 30.

    Vulcan (Photo courtesy of Aston Martin)

    If you attend the opening night of the exhibit, you’ll experience “a refined evening featuring complimentary wine, curated selection of craft beer, and elegant light fare. As you explore the gallery, you’ll be among the very first to view an extraordinary collection of legendary Aston Martin vehicles, each representing a chapter in the brand’s storied legacy.”

    One-77 (Photo courtesy of Aston Martin)

    One of those vehicles will be the 1961 DB4 GT Zagato. As for the others, it’s unclear, but there may be clues about what they’ll be. On the main page for the exhibit, the Petersen mentions models such as the DB4GT, DB3S, Vulcan, DB5, and Valkyrie. One picture shows the One-77, which had a 7.3-liter V12 and a top speed of 220 mph, making it the fastest-ever Aston up to that point (2009). Perhaps that, a Valhalla, or the recently announced DB12 S will be part of the exhibit.

    Do I even need to tell you this is a DB5? (Photo courtesy of Aston Martin)

    Tickets for Performance & Prestige: A History of Aston Martin are $50, but members of the Petersen Automotive Museum pay only $29. We’d gladly pay those prices to see a new James Bond movie with an Aston right now.

    AutoHunter Spotlight: 1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 Pickup

    Right now on AutoHunter, you can find this restored 1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 pickup, which is powered by a 2F 4.2-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed manual gearbox and two-speed transfer case. Finished in Pueblo Brown with a white roof over a tan vinyl interior, this four-wheel-drive FJ45 pickup is now offered by the selling dealer in Washington with two repair manuals and a clear title.

    As part of a 2021 nut-and-bolt restoration, the body was refinished in Pueblo Brown and the roof was repainted white. Exterior features include a silver front bumper, fender-mounted turn signals, external hood latches, fold-down windshield, dual side mirrors, headache rack, tailgate with white “Toyota” lettering, and single exhaust outlet.

    This rig cruises land on a set of 15-inch wheels with manual locking front hubs and 31-inch Pirelli Scorpion tires. Behind the wheels are power front disc and rear drum brakes.

    Inside the cab, the door panels, dash cap, and seats are covered in tan vinyl. Other features include power steering, floor-mounted manual transmission and transfer case shifters, and air conditioning.

    Instrumentation consists of a 160-kph (99-mph) speedometer and gauges for the oil pressure, fuel level, temperature, and voltage. The odometer shows 272,543 kilometers (169,350 miles), but the title indicates this vehicle is mileage-exempt.

    A 2F 4.2-liter I6 with two-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual transmission, and dual-range transfer case get this rig down the road and over challenging trails.

    If you want to start this 1976 Toyota Land Cruiser FJ45 pickup down the path to your garage, bid on it now. The auction ends on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at 12:15 p.m. (PDT).

    Visit the AutoHunter listing for more information and a photo gallery

    Pick of the Day: 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite

    One of the most fun-to-drive classic sports cars I have owned and driven is the Austin-Healey Sprite. These diminutive vehicles, while not the fastest sports cars ever built, have to be the most fun to drive at or near legal speeds than any other. Due to their small size and a seating position practically at ground level, driving one of these cars at 50 mph feels like 80. My Pick of the Day is from the Mk 2 generation of these cars: a 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite listed for sale on ClassicCars.com by a dealer in Las Vegas, Nevada.

    The Sprite is a very small car, but don’t let that deter you because – like the Tardis in the TV show “Dr. Who” – it somehow defies time and space: Even at 6 feet, 4 inches tall, I can sit behind the wheel and actually look out of the windshield (instead of over it).

    The Sprite came to be due to Donald Healey’s need and desire to have a volume-selling entry-level sports car, something that would be a feeder car to the then-new Healey 3000. The original Sprite, nicknamed the Bugeye or Frogeye, was either cute or ugly, depending on the viewer, but became quite popular. Healey sold thousands of them. The next generation did away with the hood-mounted headlight and softened the car a bit. While some people only like the original Sprite, the later-generation models offered lots of improvements and became much more comfortable and capable sports cars. Of the entire run of Sprites, my single favorite generation is the Mk2, which was introduced at the end of 1961. The Mk2 Sprite saw a change to the front end, incorporating the headlights and giving it a more modern look. The rear end was also changed; for the first time the Sprite now had a trunk lid.

    In addition, while the interior looks much the same, there is an overall roomier feel to the Mk 2 Sprite. It is still basic, but a tad bit more civilized. It still doesn’t have roll-up door windows, but that means you have more side-to-side room – and, let’s be serious, in 2025 you really don’t want to drive a car like the Sprite in the rain anyway, so who really needs side windows?

    The seller describes this Sprite as iconic roadster with a striking red exterior that is a “testament to timeless design and engineering.” They call it a “head-turner wherever it goes,” and they are likely correct.

    According to the seller, the seats are covered in black leather, which is an upgrade over the standard vinyl the Sprite was delivered with when new. The simplicity of the dash – with a tach, speedo, fuel level, oil pressure, and temperature gauges – is the very definition of having all you need in a sports car and nothing else. The Sprite’s overall simplicity contributes to making it a truly elemental 1960s British sports car.

    Under the hood, the engine looks to be in nice shape – as does everything else. The one change I see from stock is that the dual SU carbs have been replaced with a single two-barrel Weber kit, something very common on these cars. I personally like the original SU carbs, but that is partly because I know how to service and adjust them. The Weber is much simpler in that regard.

    Above all, I can guarantee this 1964 Austin-Healey Sprite will deliver driving pleasure that is so often lacking in the cars of today. No, it is not fast and would not be a car I would recommend for integrated driving, but if you are looking for a terrific back-roads classic sports car, this Sprite will deliver. With a price of only $17,500, it represents a good value to me.

    Click here to view this Pick of the Day on ClassicCars.com

    Top 10 Wednesday Sales at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction

    This year is flying by, but the good news is that it’s already time for the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction, which started yesterday at WestWorld of Scottsdale and runs until Saturday, October 18.

    This year’s event features new attractions, such as the Barrett-Jackson Fan Zone, which features lounge-style seating, food and beverage options, live entertainment, and interactive exhibits. According to Barrett-Jackson, “the new Car Club Corral hosts different car clubs each day, allowing guests to check out a variety of impressive vehicles.” There’s also a Collectors Club hospitality pavilion with a massive screen that gives guests a front-row view of the auction while they enjoy premium beverages and Scottsdale’s wonderful fall weather.

    Of course, the biggest attraction at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction is the array of collector vehicles crossing the auction block. Those that finished in the Top 10 on Wednesday covered a wide spread of model years and countries of origin, which you can see below.

    LOT DESCRIPTION
    85 1975 PORSCHE 914 TARGA
    88 1968 DODGE DART GT CONVERTIBLE
    92 1982 JEEP CJ-8 SCRAMBLER PICKUP
    84 2004 CADILLAC XLR CONVERTIBLE
    35 1965 BUICK SKYLARK
    23 2008 JAGUAR XK CONVERTIBLE
    97 2007 JAGUAR XK CONVERTIBLE
    77 1977 GMC SIERRA 1500 PICKUP
    69 2009 MASERATI GRANTURISMO S
    55 1995 FORD BRONCO XLT

    If you want to be at the Barrett-Jackson 2025 Scottsdale Fall Auction to see the next Top 10 sales cross the block right in front of you, get your tickets here or register to bid here. Can’t make it to the event? Click here to watch it live.