- convertible
- 44,900 overpriced
- Grand Rapids, MI
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- freeclassifieds.com
1922 ford model t - grand rapids, migr auto gallerygrand rapids, mi 49512ph: 8554636584web: www. Carsforsale. Com/used_cars_for_sale/dealerinventory. The inspiration to build this car came from a local collector and enthusiast when he acquired an original set of 5, 30 inch phelps racing wheels that are said to have run in the indianapolis 500 in 1922. The history and mystique of these wheels inspired some research, and a project to build a classic racer from the early 20’s was born. The car is built with nearly all vintage parts from the 20’s that were carefully acquired over some time. The car is built on an early 20’s chassis, the engine is a ford model t fortified with an authentic rajo overhead valve head, warford reversible overdrive transmission that has two set ups: board track and speedway overdrive, authentic frontenac front spring perches which were specifically designed for cars that ran indianapolis during that era allowing the car to set lower to the ground, rear spring perches had to be fabricated but patterned from an original piece, 1 ton model t truck king pins, winfield carburetor, rocky mountain brakes, whippet radiator, black leather 2 person cockpit etc. The body of this car is stunning. It was constructed and hand formed in aluminum done by jim mann. Jim mann is the premier classic and vintage indy car restorer on the planet. His restorations have received world recognition and his had crafted tributes have the reputation of being the best. This one off body was formed and crafted to best represent a harry miller style body of early 1920’s. It best represents a 1922 vintage miller board-track / speedway racecar. 1922 was the last year for this type of racecar, which was designed and built as a 2-seater for driver and mechanic. The car was completed in the early 90’s and the result was stunning; a working and performing authentic recreation of a 1920’s speedway / board track racer. Since completion, the car was maintained and campaigned for nearly 15 years. Not just used in shows and parades, but was also driven at speed at indianapolis motor speedway and berlin raceway in grand rapids, mi. The driver is quoted that the car is very stable and handles great at these speeds. The warford reversible overdrive transmission enables to change set ups relatively easily. The motor fires right up and sounds magnificent through its long tube straight pipe exhaust. One must appreciate the thought, design and effort that went into the build of this car. The parts used are nearly all, authentic performance parts of that era: wheels, chassis, engine, transmission, brakes, spring perches…the entire running gear. Researched, tracked down, hand picked, and masterfully refurbished to build this masterpiece. This is a great addition to any collection and this car is well received at any classic and collector venue.
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