1932 Ford Model B Hot Rod

Highlights

• 5-window Tudor sedan

• Registered in the UK in 2018

• 2 UK owners

• 350ci Chevrolet V8 engine

• Ulez compliant! 

Overview

Having started out as a way for bootleggers to evade law enforcement during the prohibition era, the concept of ‘hot rodding’ classic American cars has come a long way since its genesis, transforming into a multi-million dollar industry that radiated from the United States outward, taking in all manner of cars and sub-genres. No matter how varied the concept of hot-rodding gets, however, it will always be intrinsically linked to Fords of the 1920s and 30s, such as the Model A, Model T and - as here - the Model B.

Specifically, what we have here is a 1932-registered Ford Model B 5-window Tudor sedan, which has been given the classic hot-rod makeover of upgraded mechanicals, a thumping 350ci V8 engine, and plenty of eye-catching aesthetic upgrades too (we hope you REALLY like the colour red, as you’ll be seeing a lot of it whilst sat in the car!) 

In the care of the current owner for the last five years, this ‘B’ has sat for a period of time, and would likely benefit from a once-over before returning it to regular use. That having been said, it looks to be ship-shape to our eyes, and save for one or two blemishes, we have no doubt it’ll be stealing awards at shows wherever it goes.

History and documentation

• First registered 01 Jan 1932

• Registered in the UK 01 Nov 2018

• MoT certificate from 2018 - now exempt due to age

• Customs payment declaration form

• Number plate authorisation certificate

• One key

• V5 present in owner’s name

• Front end protective ‘bra’ and headlight covers included

• HPI clear

• London ULEZ compliant

Interior

• Striking custom red velour and fabric interior in excellent condition

• Custom overhead console and wooden trims

• Some very light wear is visible to the front seat base fabric

• There appears to be an area of threading on the leading edge of the rear bench seat base

• The various metal trims are patinated in keeping with the vehicle’s character

• Custom instrument panel with VDO monitoring gauges

• Integrated USB charging sockets and upgraded modern audio with Bluetooth connectivity

• There is some light wear noted on the door shut trims

• No reported faults

Exterior

• Classic Cherry Red paintwork in good order 

• We note some signs of ageing around panel edges, the door hinges and the front end

• The chrome mirrors and trims are lightly dulled and patinated

• There is a large blemish/area of damage on the offside front fender (wheel arch to us British folk)

• The butterfly bonnet panels appear to have worn away the paintwork on the leading edge of the aft bonnet panel, most notably on the offside

• The paintwork on the rear ‘tub’ of the vehicle looks slightly flat to our eye - perhaps a cut and polish is required?

• All four wheels look to be in great shape, though the front two tyres would appear to need inflating further 

• Underneath, everything looks to be in great order, with no signs of any issues and no reported problems from the seller

• Overall, a head-turning ‘hot rod’ that is show-ready as it sits, but still holds potential for the next owner to fettle and improve as they see fit

Mechanical

• 350ci (5.7-litre) naturally aspirated Chevrolet V8 engine

• 2-speed automatic gearbox

• Rear-wheel drive

• Cruise control has been retrofitted

• Switchable valved exhaust

• Disc brake conversion

• Electric cooling fan

• Reported to be in good mechanical health, with the only note from the seller being that a new battery is needed due to having been laid-up for a period of time

Summary

Instantly recognisable as a ‘hot rod’ Ford but without having been taken too far to the point of impracticality, this is a classic example of the more restrained side of hot-rodding - the requisite V8 soundtrack is present, a few upgrades have been carried out, and a wild interior installed - but this ‘B’ remains usable without requiring a trailer to go to-and-from shows, and if it should take your fancy, it could be used as a special events or high-days and holidays car for all the family to enjoy…

To arrange a viewing, click the 'Book Viewing' button located under the 'Place Bid' button. Viewings can be booked up until the day before the auction ends, after which the option will change to 'Contact Seller' for further enquiries. This seller is located in Romford, Essex