Fred Steele's 1932 Ford
1932 Ford Roadster owned by Ty-Rods member Fred Steele of Boxboro, Massachusetts. Fellow Ty-Rods member Jack Crosby suggested that Fred should channel the car. An early version of the car was painted in gray primer, and the the contrast between the primer and the bright chrome made a startling contrast.[1]
In 1957 the car was shown at the Hartford Autorama, by then it was powered by a 296 cu.in., 270-bhp Mercury mill complete with four pots. The car had been clocked at 132.6 mph.
Magazine Features
Rod Builder & Customizer August 1957
Rodding and Re-styling January 1958
Rolls & Pleats Number 7
Rodders Journal Number 36
References
Did you enjoy this article?
Kustomrama is an encyclopedia dedicated to preserve, share and protect traditional hot rod and custom car history from all over the world.
- Help us keep history alive. For as little as 2.99 USD a month you can become a monthly supporter. Click here to learn more.
- Subscribe to our free newsletter and receive regular updates and stories from Kustomrama.
- Do you know someone who would enjoy this article? Click here to forward it.
Can you help us make this article better?
Please get in touch with us at [email protected] if you have additional information or photos to share about Fred Steele's 1932 Ford.
This article was made possible by:
The hardcore and dedicated Kustomrama supporters who keep history alive.
Every story, photo, lead, correction, and donation helps us preserve the history of traditional hot rods and custom cars for future generations.
Want to help keep Kustomrama rolling?
Make a donation or join our tribe.
