1932 Ford Model 18 Deluxe Tudor Sedan with Matching Hercules Trailer

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Having established a significant dominance in the automotive sector through the success of the Model T and Model A produced by the Ford Motor Company, Henry Ford became acutely aware of the competition narrowing the gap. As rivals like General Motors and Chrysler introduced six-cylinder engines in their Chevrolet and Plymouth models, the Model A was still reliant on a dependable four-cylinder. In the summer of 1930, recognizing the need to innovate, Henry Ford assembled a team of his most skilled experimental engineers to create a compact and cost-effective V8 engine for mass production. Unveiled to the public in March 1932 as the Model 18, this new design featured a range of appealing open and closed-body options, earning a positive reception from the public. Over time, it gained widespread popularity, particularly contributing to the growth of the hot-rodding community. The 1932 Ford Model 18, affectionately known as "Deuce Coupes," has since become iconic in American pop culture, holding a special place as one of the original hot rods.

This car is part of the George Foreman Collection, which comprises over 50 cars from the 1930s through today, with a focus on American classics and late-model sports cars.

Highlights

• Offered from the George Foreman Collection

• Accompanied by a matching Hercules trailer

• Powered by a 5.7-liter V8 believed to be sourced from a C4 Corvette Grand Sport

• Finished in a striking custom silver metallic exterior paint job

• Featuring a tastefully upgraded interior with bucket seats upholstered in tan leather

• Please note that while this example currently displays 4,022 miles at the time of cataloging, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• Automatic transmission

• Front disc brakes

• Pioneer sound system with Premier series head-unit

• Three-spoke “banjo” steering wheel

• Painted wire wheels with chrome hub caps

• Turn signals

• Dual side-view mirrors

• AutoMeter gauges

• Chrome front and rear bumpers

Known Imperfections

• Please note that this lot is offered in non-running condition after being stored without operation in a climate-controlled facility for at least 10 years. As a result, it will benefit from additional mechanical attention before being driven to address any imperfections associated with long-term storage or individual preferences. Bidders are encouraged to review the Additional Documents section of each lot for any recent mechanical service rendered to help return certain vehicles to running condition. Additionally, bidders should carefully review the photos of each lot in the collection, which may highlight the oxidation of metal components certain vehicles sustained as the result of a garage fire caused by a golf cart battery in March 2019. Although none of the vehicles sustained fire damage from the fire itself, the negative cosmetic effects of the corrosive soot vary greatly from vehicle to vehicle and can be observed in the photo

• Cracked windshield

• Oxidized windshield frame and other exterior metal components

• Oxidized interior metal components

• Fuel tank will need to be cleaned or replaced

• Needs new fuel pump and mechanical reconditioning

Ownership History

As a member of the George Foreman Collection, this example has served as a custom example of one of the most iconic Ford hot rod models ever produced.

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle

Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com