Ford Roadster 389 V8 1931
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Description
This 1931 Ford Roadster truly has a longer/lower look than the rest out there. Not only does that make it distinctive, but also so does the Pontiac V8 boldly sitting in front. It all makes for a steel-bodied street machine with some serious attitude.
We know you love the way this one really hugs the ground. It starts with a cool custom build that utilizes a custom frame, and the body deeply channeled over it. That allows the 16-inch wheels and whitewalls to be nearly as tall as the body! And speaking of this car's form, the steel construction means cool details like the louvered trunk. The body, grille panel, headlight pods, and steelies are all finished in a nice and sleek black. It has just the right hint of use for a true street machine, and so it especially goes well with those dark steel straight pipes for the growling exhaust. It all makes for a dark, mean, sleek, and absolutely awesome custom presentation.
An interior this cool deserves to be on display for the world to see. It's a high contrast setup done in black and white. It has a true hot rod style with the steel seats featuring drilled backs for weight savings. And there are also thoughtful details, like the cushy seat bottoms, built-in cup holders, and a cool two-tone steering wheel. The fuel tank and battery are even custom mounted in the trunk for better weight distribution.
Pontiac's 389 cubic-inch V8 made a serious name for itself in cars like the GTO. So this one is really proudly displayed, including a bright presentation of the factory-correct turquoise block. And this one has terrific street machine details on display, like the ribbed valve covers and a triple-set of Rochester dual-barrel carbs for a cool tri-power style. There's even pinstriping to draw extra attention to the vertical stacks. The setup is currently in a more everyday friendly form where only the center carburetor is functional, so you have the choice of keeping it this way, or completing the cool triple-deuce setup. This has a hardy three-speed automatic transmission feeding a stout Ford 9-inch rear end. And make sure you check out the undercarriage photos. There you'll see how clean this build is, and you'll also sport great custom details, like square-tube steel frame and reinforced ladder bars in the rear.
Distinctly different and absolutely cool, you know this is the custom roadster you can't let slip away. Call now!
1931 Ford Roadster 389 V8 is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Charlotte, North Carolina by Streetside Classics - Charlotte for $29995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Ford Model : Roadster Model Version : 389 V8 Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1931 Sub type : Convertible Location : Charlotte Vehicle Registration : Undefined
29995 $
Seller Information
Streetside Classics - Charlotte
Streetside Classics - Charlotte
(704) 598-2130
Streetside Classics - Charlotte
(704) 598-2130
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About Ford
Ford, founded in 1902, has arguably changed the history of automotive world more than any other car manufacturer by introducing the first people's car Model T in 1908. They had produced more than 15 million cars by the end of the production in 1927, by which T had become obsolete.Ford launched the first low priced V8 engine powered car in 1932. 1932 V8 was an instant hit with superior handling and performance to many far more expansive cars of the day. No wonder 32 V8 Ford has become such a favourite among hot rodders around the world with 32 Deuce coupe as their icon.
During the war Ford completely shut down civilian vehicle production to dedicate all its resources to the Allied war efforts (1942-45) They used to build B-24 bombers, aircraft engines, jeeps, M-4 tanks, military trucks and Bren-gun carriers and more than 30,000 super-charged Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 engines for Mosquito and Lancaster bombers as well as P-51 Mustang fighters. After the war Ford cars in the USA got bigger and flashier along with their competitors. In the 60's Ford was back in the forefront again when introducing their commercial hit Mustang in 1964. Mustang was so popular the competition had to follow Ford's example and the ponycar phenomenon took over the US. Over the years the ponies grew some muscles until the oil crisis kill finally killed them off.
In the sixties Ford rushed into international motor sports scene with a fury. After unsuccessful Ferrari takeover, when Enzo Ferrari had cut the deal off with Henry Ford II making the latter absolutely boil with fury, Ford turned to Lola in UK to produce a Ferrari beating long distance racer after. The collaboration between Ford and Lola created the mighty Ford GT40 that absolutely beat Ferrari in Le Mans 24 numerous times.
In Europe, Ford introduced some of the most epic race and rally cars of the 60's based on humble family sedans; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, and Escort 1600RS with the iconic Cosworth BDA engines.
Today classic Fords are extremely popular with enthusiasts and a great selection of classic Fords can be found for sale at www.ClassicDigest.com