Chassis no. B6242936

350-cid 330-hp OHV V-8 engine, four-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel independent suspension and four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes. Wheelbase: 106-inches

The “little deuce coupe,” a 1932 Ford three-window, quickly became the darling of California’s early hot rodders, and its star shone for decades, to the point that the Beach Boys sang about it in the 1960s. So strong is its following that craftspeople are still building them today. This example is by contemporary designer and constructor Chip Foose.

The car, a full-fendered “deuce,” appeared in the background of an episode of the Fox television series “Titus,” as well as a bit part in the film “Gone in 60 Seconds.” Then a stock coupe in black primer and flames, it was customized by Chip with a chopped top, stretched hood and front fenders, smoothed cowl and reshaped rear fenders. A new rear roll pan was fabricated. Li’l Foose Coupe has the unmistakable Foose look, while maintaining a traditional hot rod image.

Power comes from an LT4 Corvette 350 engine, mated to a 700R4 Hydra-Matic. The chassis is from SAC, and sports independent coil-over-shock suspension all around, rack-and-pinion steering from a Fiat and Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes. The interior, by Jim Griffin, is done in brown distressed leather; the steering wheel and instrument binnacle are from a 1951 Ford. Power windows and air conditioning complete the creature comforts. Li’l Foose Coupe is in excellent condition throughout, and is just what a 21st Century deuce coupe should be.