BF Classified: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod (2024)

Asking Price: $74,900
Location: Higganum, CT
Mileage: 6,500
Title Status: Clean

Seller’s Description: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod

It all started in 1986 when Paul purchased a 1932 Ford Roadster from Mr. Miller in Baltimore, MD. Mr Miller owned the car since new and the car had been in storage reportedly since 1949. By the early 90’s Paul had decided to fully restore the car and he went eyeballs deep and created a stunning, multiple show winner.

He started with the original frame, it was boxed, all necessary brackets for the 4-link rear, the ZZ3 Chevy crate 350 V8, the GM TH350 auto trans and other misc bits were welded on, all welds were ground and filled, looking under this car, all you see is the beautiful burgundy paint, no bulbous welds.

A fiberglass body was sourced from Wescott as were pretty much every stainless steel bolt, washer and grommets. The ivory leather interior was designed and stitched by Tea’s Design in MN.

The burgundy paint on the body and frame was laid on by PJ’s Paint and Body in Maryland, it is mirror like.

Starting at the front and working back, I’ll list out as many of the parts as I can;

Billet Specialties front light/blinker bar. Brembo front disc brakes (Calipers and master) with Billet Specialties “dust” covers. Aluminum radiator surrounded by a Wescott 32 grill and Billet Specialties stainless grill bars. The front suspension is standard Model A transverse leaf spring with Maeco tube shocks and everything up front is chromed. The headlights are chrome 32 buckets. Steering is via a Flaming River column and rack system. The engine is a 335HP, 385 lb/ft ZZ3 Chevy V8 crate engine, she is an early model and does have the inherent “dieseling” they were known for. All accessories are chromed (water pump, pullies, brackets, 100 amp alternator, starter, etc.) or from Billet Specialties (valve covers, air filter (K&N), trans pan), the headers are Jet coated Sanderson shorties. The car and engine have roughly 6500 miles since the restoration/build was completed in the early 2000’s. The transmission is a TH350 which is shifted via a Lokar shifter, linkage and cables and a B&M Torque converter.

The windshield is stainless and features a 2″ chop. The dash panel is also Billet Specialties and it is filled with Classic Instrument gauges.

There is no radio as the only music you’ll want to hear is the sound of the 350 purring/growling through the dual stainless exhaust.

The fiberglass doors are opened via an inside only stainless handle.

The custom leather touches continue into the trunk where a Summit racing fuel cell and the Optima battery share space, the battery hidden away in a custom Coke cooler. A master shut off switch is also tucked next to the cooler and a chromed locking lift piston hold the fiberglass lid in place.

Bringing us fully to the rear, the rear is a Ford 8″ unit, also completely ground, filled and painted, hel in place by the 4 link and supported with chromed, adjustable coil-overs. The gears are 3.50 and feature a limited slip. Brakes out back are drum.

Taillights are from a 39 Ford. All bushings are polyurethane, all brake and fuel lines are stainless, any soft lines are braided stainless and the fuel lines under the hood are Earl’s.

The wiring is a complete Ron Francis set up.

Wheels are ET III’s featuring a knock off spinner and lug cover, they’re wrapped in BFG 285/70/15 Radial T/As in back and Falken 175/65/15 radials in front.

She does have a folding canvas soft top, also done up by Tea’s with stained ash wodd and stainless steel for the frame.

That pretty much takes you from front to back of this wonderful, beautiful roadster street rod.

The electronic ignition fires her off almost immediately, even at a cold start. She settles into a very smooth idle and just rumbles and grumbles with glee.

Settling into the very comfortable leather seats and shifting into drive sets you off on a driving adventure. The nearly 400 lb ft of torque sets you back in the seat instantaneously, the big rubber barking as the trans shifts gears. Hold on tight though as the rack and pinion steering is tight and quick. She accelerates in a straight line and does very well soaking up bumps, despite her steering and strong suspension, she is not a sports car though. She is an awesome cruiser and will still win awards as evidenced by the shelves filled with them.

In my time with her I saw two defects in the paint, both literally pointed out in the photos. There are also two minor rubs on the leather in the trunk. That is all I could find “amiss” with the awesome piece of automotive machinery.

The current owner purchased her from Paul in late 2020 and put less than 400 miles on her in the last 4 years. He has decided to pare down his collection and focus on one car that he’ll drive a bit more regularly.

This car is near perfect and is a fully custom build, although not put together by someone famous, this work of art is no less valuable.

The asking price is $74,900

Any questions, for several hundred additional photos and video, to schedule a time to see her in person, or simply to make an offer, please don’t hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for the interest!







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BF Classified: 1932 Ford Roadster Hot Rod (2024)

FAQs

What is the rarest 1932 Ford? ›

The B400 convertible sedan is the rarest of all 1932 Ford body styles with approximately 845 produced, including this unrestored, original-condition survivor.

What's a 1932 Ford Roadster worth? ›

Vehicle Valuation Analysis
BodystylesMedian Sale
Coupe$38,500
Deluxe Coupe$67,375
Deluxe Fordor Sedan$20,000
Deluxe Roadster$68,200
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How many 1932 Ford roadsters were made? ›

Of the 258,927 vehicles built by the Ford Motor Co. for 1932, apparently only 12,080 were roadsters. That's all.

How much horsepower does a 1932 Ford Roadster have? ›

1932 Model 18 Roadster Specs:

3.6-liter, L-head V8 engine. 3.06-inch bore and 3.75-inch stroke. Advertised as 65 hp, but actually developed about 70 hp at 3,400 rpm.

Why is a 1932 Ford called a deuce? ›

Among them were two coupe bodies that quickly came to be known as the 3-Window and the 5-Window. The 3-Window has just a single side window on each flank, while the 5-Window has a large door window and a second smaller window behind it. Both are "Deuce Coupes," with "deuce" referring to the fact they are 1932 models.

How much is a 1932 Model A worth? ›

Q: What is the average sale price of a Ford Model A? A: The average price of a Ford Model A is $19,973.

How much is a 1932 Ford Hot Rod worth? ›

Vehicle Valuation Analysis
BodystylesMedian Sale
Coupe$40,700
Roadster$44,000
Tudor Sedan$44,825

What is the famous 1932 Ford? ›

The Deluxe Tudor model became one of Ford's sales leaders in 1932. Another popular 1932 model was the standard Coupe, a five-window vehicle with a trunk only and light accessories that sold for $490.

Is a 1932 Ford considered a Model A? ›

The term 1932 Ford may refer to three models of automobile produced by Ford Motors between 1932 and 1934: the Model B, the Model 18, and the Model 40. These succeeded the Model A. The Model B had an updated four-cylinder engine and was available from 1932 to 1934.

How much was a Ford V8 in 1932? ›

Henry Ford and Ford Motor Company revolutionized the auto industry once again in 1932 with the introduction of a low-priced V-8 engine. By casting the crankcase and cylinder banks as a single unit, Ford cut manufacturing costs and could offer its V-8 in a car starting under $500.

What is the most rare Ford? ›

Ford`s 20 Rarest Automobiles
  • 1970 Ford Torino King Cobra. Only three were ever made. ...
  • 1967 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Super Snake. ...
  • 1964 Ford GT40 Prototype. ...
  • 1969 Ford Mustang Boss 429. ...
  • 1965 Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe. ...
  • 1971 Ford Thunderbird Four Door Landau. ...
  • 1964 Ford Fairlane Thunderbolt. ...
  • 1973 Ford Granada Perana.
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What is a 1932 Ford Model B? ›

The 1932 Ford Model B is not as well known as its predecessor, the Model A, or its contemporary, the eight-cylinder Model 18. The Model B featured a 201-cubic-inch, four-cylinder engine rated at 50 horsepower. Even with its low starting price of $410, the Model B was overshadowed by Ford's 1932 V-8 Model 18.

What is the meaning of Ford roadster? ›

A roadster (also spider, spyder) is an open two-seat car with emphasis on sporting appearance or character. Initially an American term for a two-seat car with no weather protection, its usage has spread internationally and has evolved to include two-seat convertibles.

What was the V-8 Ford introduced in 1932 is commonly known as a? ›

The Ford flathead V8 (often called simply the Ford flathead or flathead Ford) is a V8 engine with a flat cylinder head introduced by the Ford Motor Company in 1932 and built by Ford through 1953.

What is the rarest Model A Ford? ›

No doubt the rarest Model A would be what Ford called the 400A, which over time has become the A-400 to collectors.

How much did a 1932 Ford V8 cost? ›

Henry Ford and Ford Motor Company revolutionized the auto industry once again in 1932 with the introduction of a low-priced V-8 engine. By casting the crankcase and cylinder banks as a single unit, Ford cut manufacturing costs and could offer its V-8 in a car starting under $500.

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