Ford 1932 V-8 Coupe Bronze Antique

V-8 Coupe Coin

The coin is minted in a brass alloy and given an antique bronze finish and is provided in a special sleeve. This custom printed and die cut sleeve also acts as a display card. The medallion is encased in a protective plastic capsule to preserve it's lustrous finish.

1932 V-8 Coupe

Throughout the late 1920’s Ford experimented with the limitations of forged metals, casting, and high compression stampings for body parts. The magnificent and ambitious manufacturing facilities that Ford built were capable of bringing in raw material and putting out completed cars. Internal experience at Ford with regard to casting metals was significant. It was this technical advantage that once again allowed Ford Motor Company to build a product beyond the competition. In 1932, the all new Ford with the flathead V8 engine debuted.

Like the Model T, the new V8 was not the first of its kind, but it was the best one could get at a reasonable price. The one piece casting of the engine block allowed Ford to produce not only a reliable engine, but a reasonably priced one at that. Although several improvements were made in the early stages of production, the flathead V8 would go on essentially unchanged for more than two decades. It would also serve as the most significant power plant for the early hot rod movement dominating land speed records of the 40’s and 50’s. Throughout the 50’s, literally an entire industry developed of specialty modification speed shops and parts suppliers to serve the flathead engine needs.

The ‘32 Ford was not only mechanically new, it was a stunning new design. A pure form with crisp fender detailing and a graceful profile, the ‘32 was available in a wide variety of configurations. Like the V8 engine, the ‘32 became the quintessential hot rod of the fifties, referred to as the “Deuce Coupe” and immortalized by songwriters and rebels. Today The ‘32 Ford remains the dominant inspiration in hot rodding. An endearing tribute to the power and beauty of this timeless design.

Engine

Cylinders
8 V-type
Displacement
221 cu. in.
Bore and Stroke
3 1/16 in. x 3 3/4 in.
Horsepower
85
Cooling system
2 centrifugal pumps
Ignition
Battery, coil and distributor
Lubrication
Suction pump, splash and spray
Fuel capacity
14 gallons
Clutch
Single plate
Transmission
Synchronized selective sliding type

Chassis and Body

Body Styles
2-Dr Rds, 2-Dr Dlx Rds, 4-Dr Phae,
4-Dr Dlx Phae, 2-Dr Cpe, 2-Dr Spt Cpe
2-Dr Dlx Cpe, 2-Dr Tudor, 2-Dr Dlx Tudor,
4-Dr Fordor, 4-Dr Dlx Fordor, 2-Dr Cab,
2-Dr Vic, 2-Dr Conv
Brakes
4 wheel mechanical
Tires
Balloon, 18 in. x 5.25 in. standard
Tread
56 in.
Wheelbase
106 in.

Production
178,749
Factory Price
$440.00 (2 Passenger Coupe)