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Latest Hot Rod Body Released, a Ford 5-Window Coupe

Posted on 10 January 2014 by Ken Zino

The 1932 coupe represents one of the biggest auto trends of post-World War II – modifying vehicles and then cruising to the hamburger stands. Original pre-war Ford bodies are now rare and expensive if you can find one. Continue reading →

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1940 Ford Coupe Steel Bodies on Sale Again. Hot Rodders Rejoice!

Posted on 4 November 2012 by Ken Zino

This sure beats cutting out rust, filling by welding and smoothing with Bondo: Ford Motor has licensed reproduction steel bodies of one of the all time favorite street and strip machines – the 1940 Ford Coupe. A nascent restoration or what could become a flame-painted hot rod is available now with prices starting at $11,900, plus shipping, from Dennis Carpenter Ford Restoration Parts. Continue reading →

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Shelby to Show 1,000 Horsepower Mustang in New York

Posted on 29 March 2012 by Ken Zino

Both of these blatantly irresponsible or politically incorrect pony cars – your choice – are derived from the 2012 Ford Shelby GT500. Shelby American uses Ford Motor Company’s 5.4 liter V8 block, but adds new rods, crank and pistons. The stock Ford supercharger is also replaced, and the cooling and exhaust systems modified to handle the additional demands. Continue reading →

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