1946 Ford Other

8

Automatic

99A1172043

We are pleased to off this very special one-off custom creation that was donated in 2008 to the National Auto and Truck Museum. This vehicle is being offered at "NO RESERVE" to facilitate our cash flow. It was gifted on behalf of a retired savings and loan executive who loved to restore and build custom cars. This was his final creation prior to his passing. It was an award winner, ISCA participant, Ameri-Cruise and Power Tour entrant. See 80+ pictures of this car on our Facebook site. www.facebook.com/pages/National-Automotive-and-Truck-Museum-of-the-United-States/179784601267 Built on a 1946 Ford Fordor platform, the most obvious custom features are the body modifications that include the front Mercedes headlamps and alteration of the grille and hood to form a mouth in keeping with a “Tasmanian Devil” theme. Other exterior modifications include a Mustang Shaker hood scoop, shaved door and trunk handles, custom smoothed tail lamps, custom exhaust ports and nerf rear bumpers. The paint color is a very deep dark cherry with sliver-fade flames. The paint does have a few scuffs from use but overall in very presentable condition needing a few touch-ups. There are no known dents or dings. The interior has been re-upholstered using a maroon velour–type material and is soft and comfortable. The seat frames appear to be stock Ford items. A banjo steering wheel is mounted on the modern tilt steering column and full digital gauges have been placed into the custom-built instrument cluster. Grey cloth has been used as headliner and sunvisor material that reflects the exterior flame job color. Also, Vintage Air climate control has been added for maximum comfort and seat belts for safety. Highlighting this showpiece is the amazing engine set-up. It is a Flathead Ford mated to a Ford C-4 transmission. Hundreds, if not thousands, of hours were spent on the creation of this drive train. Here is a partial listing of the build: Ford Flathead 59A block. 3-3/8” bore by 4” stroke for a 286 cid. Connecting Rods: 8BA .020 oversize mains and rods Intake Valves: Super Flow 1.600 dia Exhaust Valves: Super Flow 1.500 dia Oiling: Full flow filter with cooler. Pressure from bottom of sump through the pan. Heads: Motor City Flathead flowed by “Dr. Flow” Paul Schalk. Deep Reach Plugs. Plugs: Bosch Plus-4 4478 Ignition: DIS by Electromotive, INC. TEC-II Crank trigger. Camshaft: Crower 262 duration. Fuel: EFI Custom built at HP Works, Colonial Beach, VA Manifold: Offenhauser 4bbl heavily modified for EFI by HP Works. Intake shaker scoop: Ford Cobra, hand modified by owner. Intake Filters: K&N Fuel Controls: Electromotive, INC. TEC-II Crank trigger. Air Door: Lincoln Progressive 2-bbl. Adapted by owner to intake manifold Plumbing and electrical: by owner Headers: Three-into-One design, engineered and built by owner Mufflers: Flowmaster Pistons: Motor City Flathead, Dundee, MI Main Cap Strap: Motor City Flathead, Dundee, MI Rings: Total Seal Drive System: Serpentine Belt, water pumps, alternator, PS pump, AC pump and clutch fan were all designed, engineered, machined and installed by owner. Thermostats: 160 degree. Engineered and custom built by owner. Water Pumps: Engineered and custom built by owner. Exhaust port center divider: Engineered and custom built by owner. Horsepower: 146.4 at 4400 RPM at rear wheels on Dynojet Research, Inc. Dyno Chassis Torque: 209.8 ft lbs at 2200 RPM at rear wheels on Dynojet Research, Inc. Dyno Chassis Tuned by: Larry Strouth HP Works – www.hpworks.com The engine can and has been tuned with the computer laptop and software. (included with purchase) Other: Transmission: Ford C4 Automatic by Joppa Automatic, Fallston, MD Rear end: Ford 8-inch with 3.00 gears Paint and Graphics: Ed Penwell, Hanover, PA Interior: Jim & Dollys, Hampstead, MD Ken Fenical of Posies is also credited for having worked on the car’s suspension for the owner and friend. There are other notes from the owner/builder that will be included with purchase that describe more about the engineering, design and execution. Although this custom creation was on display for several years on the main floor of the NATMUS museum, it has most recently spent time in storage and is due for a thorough cleaning inside and out. Today, it starts, runs very smoothly and drives well, but has not been on the highway for several years. It has an amazing drive train and has logged many, many miles on U.S. interstates. It is a proven road warrior that needs to be driven and enjoyed once again. All proceeds from the selling of this vehicle go directly to the National Auto and Truck Museum in Auburn, Indiana - A National Historic Landmark. www.natmus.org Terms of Sale Private Auction The buyer will submit a $500 deposit via Paypal or Overnight Certified Check within 48 hours of the close of the auction to secure the vehicles. Buyer agrees to pay the remaining balance due within 7 business days of the close of the auction. All financial transactions must be completed before removal of the vehicle. If deposit or balance is not received within time frame indicated, buyer will forfeit right to purchase, vehicles will be re-listed, and negative feedback will be left. Vehicle must be picked up no later than 30 days following end of auction (above payment terms must be met). A $10/day fee may be assessed if not picked up within the 30 days. We are always willing to work with the buyer. These vehicles are currently offered on the open market and may be removed from this auction at any moment. Please feel free to message or call with SERIOUS inquiries ONLY. 260-925-9100 Ask for Director, Don Grogg. Buyer is responsible for all shipping costs that may apply. We will assist in shipping car wherever possible, but will not deliver. If you cannot meet terms of auction, DO NOT BID! Ask any and all questions before bidding. We will answer as quickly as possible. There is no warranty with the cars. As is/Where is.