Elite Dealer

1932 Ford Model B

Riverhead, New York

$42,932

1932 Ford Model B

Vehicle Details

Make

Ford

Model

Model B

Year

1932

Body Type

Coupe

Exterior Color

Red

Interior Color

Red

Transmission

Automatic

Drivetrain

RWD

Fuel Type

Gasoline

Engine

paired with a Turbo 400 automatic

Condition

Good

Description

1932 Ford Coupe, Chevrolet Big Block V8, Turbo 400 Automatic, Black Exterior, Red Interior, Classic Hot Rod Look, Runs and Drives Great This a timeless 1932 Ford Coupe, the quintessential American hot rod that defined generations of custom car culture. This example features a Chevrolet Big Block V8 engine paired with a Turbo 400 automatic transmission, delivering that unmistakable power and sound enthusiasts love. Finished in glossy black paint with a bold red interior, this '32 Ford captures the perfect traditional hot rod stance, aggressive, nostalgic, and full of character.

The red painted steel wheels with chrome center caps and trim rings complete the classic look that turns heads everywhere it goes. The paint and interior are both in nice condition, showing well throughout. The car has been part of an older build and has clearly been well cared for, though it has been sitting for a while and could use a bit of TLC such as attention to one window that isn't currently functioning.

Mechanically, it runs and drives good, with that distinctive Big Block rumble and plenty of power on tap. This '32 Coupe represents the best of both worlds an iconic street rod that's already built, clean, and presentable, yet with room for a new owner to add their personal touches. Whether you're looking for a weekend cruiser, a showpiece to polish up, or a classic hot rod with real muscle, this 1932 Ford Coupe is a great opportunity to own an American legend that never goes out of style.

While we do our best to provide the highest quality muscle cars with an honest and reliable description and realize the importance of transparency when selling vehicles. That being said, we have not built, modified, changed or personally owned this vehicle. Whether this vehicle is consigned or owned by Past & Present Motor Cars we do not know the vehicles complete history since new.

We want to be clear and try to answer any questions our customers might have prior to purchasing. Additionally, we not only welcome but we encourage 3rd party independent inspections. Please inquire prior to purchase to make sure the advertised vehicle has not already been sold.

We list our vehicles on multiple websites and a vehicle can sell at any time. If a customer chooses to purchase sight unseen (many of our customers choose this option) the customer accepts the vehicle AS IS and WHERE IS and understands we cannot address concerns after purchase. For this reason, it's important all concerns are addressed prior to purchase.

We make every effort to present accurate and reliable information, but use of this information is voluntary, and should only be deemed reliable after an independent review of its accuracy, completeness, and timeliness. It is the sole responsibility of the customer to verify the existence of options, accessories and the vehicle condition before time of sale. A Classic Car Warranty is Available for Purchase from a 3rd Party.

Please speak to our Sales Associate or Company Representative for more information. Our team is working and available anytime by Phone or Text for your convenience at 407-559-7759. Thank you for your interest!
Trim: Big Block V8, Classic Hot Rod
Condition: Used
Certified: 0
Fuel Type: Gasoline

Ford Model B Buyer's Guide (1932–1934)

Full guide
J
Jim Vasquez
Hot Rods
1932–1934
~4 min read
Updated Apr 2026
The Ford Model B is the last four-cylinder Ford before the flathead V8 took over — and the body it shares with the Model 18 is the most iconic hot rod platform in American history. Whether you want an original prewar survivor or the foundation for a traditional build, understanding what you're actually looking at before you buy is the whole game.
This guide covers
✓ 10-point inspection checklist
✓ Common issues & what to avoid
✓ In-person inspection guide
✓ Market pricing by year & condition
✓ 5 FAQs answered
✓ History & fun facts

Ford Model B Market Overview

Based on 54 Ford Model B listings currently on ClassicCarsArena.com

54
Listed Now
$49,171
Avg. Asking Price
1932–1934
Year Range
Price Position on Our Site — Average Range
This car: $42,932
Low: $11,495 High: $95,000
Transmission Distribution
Automatic 72% ◄
Manual 13%
Condition Distribution
Excellent 20%
Good 13% ◄
Fair 4%
Poor 2%
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Ford Model B Buyer's Guide (1932–1934)

People get confused about the "Deuce" and what the Model B actually is, so let me clear it up. In 1932 Ford offered two mechanically different cars in the same body: the Model B with the carry-over four-cylinder, and the Model 18 with the brand new flathead V8. Both are "1932 Fords." The Deuce legend is built on that body — those sweeping fenders, that low roofline, those proportions that work in every body style from three-window coupe to roadster. If you want an original Model B to preserve as a prewar survivor, that's one car. If you want the Deuce body as a hot rod foundation, that's another conversation entirely. Know which one you're buying before you fall in love with the stance.

What to Check Before Buying

Steel vs. fiberglass verification — Use magnet on flat panels — steel attracts, fiberglass does not
Cowl probe — Probe cowl channel at windshield base for rust penetration
Firewall and floor pans — Inspect firewall and floor pans for rust-through or repairs
Lower rear quarters — Check rear quarter-to-fender seams for corrosion
Door gap evenness — All four door gaps should be even — uneven gaps indicate body damage or twist
Frame X-member inspection — Look for weld repairs or cracks at X-member and front crossmember
Hot rod fab quality — Inspect all custom fabrication — motor mounts, suspension mods, brake work
Chop/channel quality — Assess any body modification for workmanship and filler usage
Flathead cooling — Verify radiator is sized correctly for V8 — flatheads run hot with undersized cooling
Trunk floor — Check trunk floor for water damage from deteriorated lid seal

Common Issues

Cowl rust is universal on unrestored examples. Floor pan deterioration from water trapped under original rubber mats. Lower rear quarter rust at the fender-to-body seam. Trunk floor rust from deteriorated lid seals. On V8-swapped cars, verify the engine mount fabrication quality and cooling system adequacy — flathead V8s run warm and require correct radiator sizing. Frame cracks at the X-member junction occur on hard-driven cars. Fiberglass bodies misrepresented as steel is a documented problem in the market — always verify with a magnet. On heavily modified cars, incorrect front-end geometry can cause handling problems; have any custom-built front suspension inspected before purchase.

What to Look For

Verify steel body vs. fiberglass reproduction — use a magnet on flat panels and tap for hollow sound. Cowl rust at the windshield base is the primary structural failure zone — probe thoroughly. Firewall condition and floor pans. Lower rear quarters at fender seams. Door gap evenness — uneven gaps indicate twisted or repaired body. Frame integrity on any car: look for weld repairs at X-member and front crossmember junctions. On hot rod builds, assess all fabrication quality — frame welds, body work quality on any chop or channel, brake and steering modifications. Verify whether the body is an original steel survivor or has been previously damaged and repaired.

Price Guide

Original steel body alone (restorable): $15,000–$35,000 depending on body style. Original complete car, driver condition: $30,000–$50,000 (Tudor/Fordor); three-window or roadster driver: $50,000–$75,000. Show-quality original three-window: $80,000–$120,000+. Quality hot rod build on steel body with flathead: $40,000–$80,000. Award-winning documented traditional build: $100,000+. Fiberglass-body hot rod builds price significantly lower — $15,000–$40,000 depending on build quality.

Did You Know?

The 1932 Ford body was designed in fewer than 90 days under Henry Ford's direct supervision, reportedly with Henry rejecting multiple proposals before approving the final design. The flathead V8 that debuted in the Model 18 was the first V8 available in a mass-produced American car priced for average buyers — it sold for $460. John Milner's yellow 1932 Deuce coupe in American Graffiti (1973) is widely cited as the most influential single car in hot rod popular culture. The original car still exists.

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