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1937' Ford Custom

£65,000

Published 13 July 2026ID: syzsT8

Sussex
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Information from the owner

Age: 89 years

Mileage: 2500 km

Displacement: 4800 cc

Fuel: Petrol

Transmission: Automatic

Exterior color: White

Seller's comments about 1937' Ford Custom

1937 Ford Custom Roadster – Multiple Award Winning, Magazine Featured, No-Expense-Spared BuildOffered here is an extraordinary, one-off custom 1937 Ford Roadster, the result of an uncompromising nine-year build combining American hot-rod engineering with world-class craftsmanship. Originally started in February 2005 and completed in May 2014, this car began life as a Rodline Club Cabriolet body on a TCI chassis, before being extensively re-engineered into a true hand-built two-seat roadster incorporating over 60–70 body and chassis modifications.The vast majority of parts were sourced from the USA, and the finished car represents a no-expense-spared approach to building a show-quality hot rod with modern performance, reliability, and exceptional detailing throughout.The build was featured in Custom Car Magazine – June 2014 issue, shortly after completion, highlighting the quality and originality of the project.Build OverviewProject started February 2005Completed May 2014Over 8½-year professional build60–70 custom body and chassis alterationsMajority of parts imported from USABuilt from Rodline Club Cabriolet into custom 2-seat roadsterNo expense spared constructionChassis & SuspensionTCI chassis – USAMustang II front end with disc brakes and 2" drop spindles – USAFord 9" rear endWilwood rear disc brakes – USAAir ride suspension with front bags recessed into crossmemberFlaming River steering rack – USAFlaming River steering column – USACustom running boardsSuicide doors conversionCustom rear coversEngine & DrivetrainChevrolet 4. 8 litre Vortec V8 – USAAutomatic transmission – 4L60EAluminium radiator – USAEZ Wire harness – USAPolished stainless steel firewallCustom aluminium componentsBillet switches – hand made USAWheels & TyresBudnik Spark billet wheels – USAHankook tyresExterior & BodyRodline Club Cabriolet body – USA (heavily modified)Alumicraft billet grille – USAAlumicraft side vents – USACustom rear coversPower trunk lid – USALambert Enterprises flush LED tail lights – USAVision wing mirrors – CanadaSuicide doorsCloth folding roof on oak & stainless steel frame – USAPaint finish:Audi R8 White with House of Kolor crystal effect lacquer coatInterior & ElectronicsNeil Tadman custom trimmed interiorGlide seat / twin bucket seats – USABudnik steering wheel – USADakota Digital dash – USAElectric windowsSolenoid pop door locking systemEZ Wire harness – USABillet switchgear – USAAwards & Show HistoryThis car has been shown internationally and has won multiple major awards.2014 National Hot Rod Show UK – Top 5 (debut show)2014 Ahoy Tuning Show Rotterdam – Best in Show2015 Tuning world Showdown Germany – Best in Show2015 Essen Motor Show – Best Hot Rod2016 Ahoy Tuning Show Rotterdam – Best in Show2017 National Hot Rod Show – Top 5Numerous UK show awardsMagazine Feature:Custom Car Magazine – June 2014 feature articleSummaryThis is a genuine one-off, show-winning custom 1937 Ford roadster, built over nearly a decade to the highest standards with premium American components and professional craftsmanship throughout.With extensive show history, magazine coverage, and a build specification rarely seen outside top-tier international custom builds, this car represents a unique opportunity to acquire a fully finished, proven, and award-winning hot rod.No expense was spared.No shortcuts were taken.A true “No Compromise” build.Please give us a call for more information or to set up a time to view - Thank You