1932 Ford Model 18 5-Window Coupe Hot Rod

427ci Big-Block Chevrolet V8 | TH400 3-Speed Automatic | Custom Fully Boxed Aftermarket Frame

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260863005

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Make:
Model:
VIN:
18294130
Lot Number:
260863005
Condition:
Used
Odometer:
7,300 miles
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
427ci V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Blue
Interior Color:
Blue
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
New Jersey
  • 1932 Ford Model 18 5-Window Coupe Hot Rod
  • 427ci Big-Block Chevrolet V8
  • 4-Barrel Carburetor
  • TH400 3-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Blue Exterior
  • Blue Cloth Interior
  • All-Steel 1932 Ford 5-Window Coupe Body
  • 4" Chopped Roof
  • Custom Fully Boxed Aftermarket Frame
  • Roller Camshaft
  • Roller Rocker Valvetrain
  • Aftermarket Electronic Ignition
  • Aftermarket Exhaust Headers
  • Aluminum Intake Manifold
  • Aluminum Radiator
  • Electric Cooling Fan
  • Ford 9" Rear Axle
  • Adjustable Rear Coil-Over Suspension
  • Front Disc Brakes
  • Cragar S/S Chrome Wheels
  • Staggered Wheel & Tire Setup
  • Narrow Front Tires & Wide Rear Performance Tires
  • Fenderless Front-End Configuration
  • Exposed Front Suspension
  • Chrome Headlights
  • Custom Blue Cloth Upholstery
  • Custom Padded Door Panels
  • Woodgrain-Style Instrument Panel
  • White-Face Classic-Style Gauges
  • Floor-Mounted Automatic Shifter
  • Aftermarket Steering Wheel
  • Tilt Steering Column
  • Air Conditioning
  • Power Trunk Release
  • Power-Retractable Antenna
  • Aftermarket AM/FM/CD Stereo
  • Power Seat Controls
  • Tinted Side & Rear Glass
  • Custom Paint Job

Overview of 1932 Ford Model 18 5-Window Coupe Hot Rod For Sale by Owner

This 1932 Ford Model 18 5-Window Coupe Hot Rod is an all-steel, heavily customized build that combines authentic early-Ford architecture with the unmistakable performance character of a 1969 Corvette-sourced 427ci Big-Block Chevrolet V8. Showing approximately 6,977 miles, the car was conceived as a one-of-one creation rather than a conventional street rod, with virtually every major component selected or engineered around its distinctive combination of vintage Henry Ford steel and big-block Chevrolet power. Its all-steel 1932 Ford 5-window body has been given a dramatic 4-inch roof chop, producing the low, aggressive profile at the heart of the build, while the fenderless front end, exposed suspension, deep-dish Cragar S/S wheels, front skinnies, and substantial rear performance rubber reinforce its traditional hot-rod attitude. Beneath the body is a custom fully boxed aftermarket frame designed to cope with the torque of the 427, backed by a heavy-duty TH400 automatic and Ford 9-inch rear axle. According to the seller, the car has also received significant publicity and attracted attention from collectors, further separating it from the typical home-built street rod.

Exterior and Interior

The Blue exterior is built around what the seller identifies as an authentic all-steel 1932 Henry Ford 5-Window Coupe body, a particularly important element of the car's identity. Rather than relying on a reproduction fiberglass shell, the build retains vintage steel while incorporating a radical 4-inch chopped roof that dramatically lowers the greenhouse and gives the coupe its unmistakable stance. The front fenders have been eliminated entirely, exposing the suspension and allowing the narrow front tires and chrome Cragar S/S wheels to become part of the visual composition. At the rear, substantially wider performance tires fill out the stance and visually communicate the car's big-block intentions. Chrome headlights and restrained exterior detailing preserve the traditional '32 Ford character without distracting from the body proportions. The cabin was designed to provide substantially more comfort and convenience than is normally expected from a Pro-Street-inspired hot rod. Blue cloth upholstery, custom padded door panels, a woodgrain-style instrument panel, and white-face classic-style gauges create a period-influenced environment while modern equipment makes the car far more usable. Air conditioning provides contemporary climate comfort, while a tilt steering column, power seat controls, electric trunk release, power-retractable antenna, and aftermarket AM/FM/CD stereo add amenities rarely associated with aggressively built hot rods of this type. The floor-mounted automatic shifter operates the TH400 transmission, and tinted side and rear glass complete the cabin's customized presentation.

Engine

At the center of the build is its 427ci Big-Block Chevrolet V8, reported by the seller to be a period-correct 1969 Corvette-sourced engine. Installing a Chevrolet 427 into the compact confines of a 1932 Ford required the drivetrain and chassis to be engineered around the considerably greater size and torque of the big-block, making the engine installation one of the defining elements of the car. The naturally aspirated V8 breathes through a 4-barrel carburetor and aluminum intake manifold and is equipped with a roller camshaft, roller rocker valvetrain, aftermarket electronic ignition, and aftermarket exhaust headers. Supporting the 427 is an aluminum radiator with electric cooling, while the seller reports approximately 80 psi of oil pressure and operating temperatures around 220°F during extended street use. Power is handled by a heavy-duty Turbo Hydra-Matic TH400 3-speed automatic transmission before reaching a Ford 9-inch rear axle. According to the seller, the rear-end assembly has also benefited from approximately $15,000 in recent structural work. Adjustable rear coil-over suspension allows the chassis to be dialed in around the combination, while front disc brakes provide upgraded stopping capability. The result is a drivetrain package built around old-school displacement and torque, combining one of Chevrolet's legendary big-block engines with one of the most recognizable Ford hot-rod bodies ever produced.

Walk-around Video of this Ford Model 18

1953 Ford F-100 Restomod

For Sale
ASK: $81,298
Miles: 2,058
Estimated: $828.15/mo

American pickup trucks of the 1950s have become some of the most celebrated platforms for restomod builds, and the 1953 Ford F-100 stands among the most recognizable thanks to its rounded fenders, distinctive grille, and timeless proportions. Marking the introduction of Ford's second-generation F-Series, the 1953 model offered a fresh design that has continued to inspire custom builders for generations. This 1953 Ford F-100 Restomod Pickup, showing just 2,058 miles, takes that classic foundation and transforms it into a custom street truck finished in Silver over a Black leather interior. Beneath its sculpted hood sits a formidable 460ci (7.5L) big-block V8 paired with an automatic transmission, complemented by aftermarket exhaust headers, an upgraded cooling system, and a custom exhaust setup. The truck's lowered stance, polished five-spoke wheels, custom wood-plank bed, and body-colored exterior details contribute to its refined hot rod appearance. Inside, custom leather seating, modern instrumentation, power windows, air conditioning, and a Pioneer touchscreen system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto introduce contemporary convenience without sacrificing its vintage character. Combining traditional Ford styling with big-block power and extensive customization, this F-100 offers an engaging interpretation of a classic American pickup built for modern enjoyment.

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