Author: Robert Genat
The 1932 Ford, the Deuce, is among the most important automobiles ever produced. A landmark car for Ford, the 32 introduced Henry Fords groundbreaking V-8 engine, bringing the iconic engine configuration to the masses for the first time. Just as significantly, the 32 Fords myriad body styles and abundant production figures made it the ideal platform for hot rodders and the inspiration for an entire automotive performance industry. Now 75 years after its introduction, the Deuce continues to be the foundation for many a hot rod. Deuce: 75 Years of the 1932 Ford is a complete history of the car as it was built, and as a hot rod and race car. The book covers the design, development and production of the Deuce, including vintage factory photos and details on the cars as they came from the factory. Deuce also relates the story of the car as a race car and as the hot rod of choice for generations of hop-up enthusiasts. Sidebars will explore the personalities and companies that have helped the Deuce become a pop culture phenomenon and a focal point of the automotive enthusiast community.
Format: Hardbound
Pages: 192
Length: 10.25w x 10.25h
ISBN-13: 9781932494136
ISBN: 1932494138
Catalog ID: 144058