Description
In 1932 Ford released their seminal ‘Deuce’ which was the foundation for the hot-rod industry.
This was motivated by Ford first production V8 engine which was available in all the body styles.
The V8 model was marketed as a variant of the Model B known as the Model 18, but the V8 name resonated more and became the most widely used name.
Many body styles were available for the V8 including desirable configurations such as the 3-Window Coupe, 5-Window Coupe, 2-Door Roadster, and 2-Door Cabriolet.
ABOUT THIS CAR
HISTORY - This Ford Roadster has had quite a life.
It was sold new into Hawkes Bay in New Zealand, the year after the devastating Napier earthquake and when NZ joined the rest of the World in the Great Depression. Times were tough, and farmers were unable to afford, or even able to source work vehicles, and so the roadster body was - like so many in that era - cut down to a truck in 1935. In later years, more of the body was discarded, favouring a more practical colonial-type closed cab pick-up. The Vehicle stayed with the same family and eventually was relegated purely for work on a smallholding sheep farm. The 32 had sentimental value to the family and many offers were turned down. Eventually, future generations did a restoration of sorts, whilst retaining it as a pick-up., complete with a flat bed tray.
Finally, the car was sold circa 3 years ago. From there, a plan was hatched, and a reproduction roadster body was ordered from Magoo's Street Rods in NZ - a long time Brookville Roadster distributor. Magoos was commissioned to undertake the restoration. Magoos were responsible for the strip down and reassembly. Was nice to see car still had the original 90 year old fenders before it was sprayed in Washington Blue with black fenders. Exactly the same colour scheme that the roadster was originally painted in. New bumpers ad other accessories were fitted, but some of the original patina, like the grill shell emblem and headlights, were retained for authenticity of the vehicle.
Magoos sourced a rebuilt 1936, which looks similar to 32 V8 with the water pumps in the heads but is a more reliable motor with better cooling.
In case you were wondering, what was left of the old pick up cab didnt go to waste either - it now resides as part of the art in an award winning garden in Wanganui.
Magoos imported and fitted a Cartouche interior kit and cloth top.
Only traveled 360 Miles since restoration.
PRICE FIRM NZD155K (New Zealand Dollars)
This car is ABSOLUTELY MINT - a Stunning Example that goes spectacularly well. First to see will Buy.
Its also a sound investment. To shed some perspective on price, a beautifully restored example (Won Best In Class at Pebble beach) recently sold at auction for USD319K - makes our one a bargain ;)
TRANSPORT / WORLDWIDE SHIPPING CAN BE ORGANISED ON THIS VEHICLE ON BUYER'S BEHALF AT BUYERS COST.
Viewing is STRICTLY BY PRIOR APPOINTMENT only.
