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This beautiful T-bucket is amazing to drive, very fast and gets tons of attention. Like any street rod that's driven, this one isn't perfect. It is very good though, and it wouldn't take much to bring her up to show condition. Unfortunately, I'm losing the use of my garage, and that's forcing me to put this super-fun car up for sale.

The motor is a pre-Vortec 350 Chevy crate motor with a mild street cam. It's been assembled with a Weiand 8004 intake, Edelbrock 1406, Edelbrock Pro-Flo air filter, Holley mechanical fuel pump, Holley regulator and Flame Thrower HEI. The transmission is a TH400 professionally rebuilt by Eagle Transmission just last year. The rear end is a Ford 8" with 2.79 gears. The shifter and parking brake are Lokar.

In addition to the transmission, the following items were installed/replaced within the last 12 months:

Mustang II front brake calipers
Speedway front shocks
SO-CAL steering damper
Champion spark plugs
Taylor Spiro-Pro wires
Flame-Thrower distributor cap and rotor
Anchor motor mounts (USA)
Spicer U-joints
National real axle seals
Energy Suspension rear radius rod bushings
Carb rebuilt w/Edelbrock kit

Wheels and tires were also purchased recently and are almost new:

Weld Racing Pro Star 15 x 5 / Nexen 165/80R15
Weld Racing Pro Star 15 x 12 / Mickey Thompson 29 x 15 R15LT

Ergonomics in this car are unusually good. I'm 6' / 200 lbs, and I can drive it comfortably. That's not typical of these cars, especially with a standard size body. Many T-buckets are set up in such a way that I can't even sit in them, let alone drive. The last photo shows how well I fit in the car. Other nice touches include the fact that the battery and fusebox are located under the seat for easy access. The transmission crossmember is a bolt-on. Unlike many of these cars, you won't have to pull the motor to swap torque converters. Radius rods, drag link, tie rod and windshield support rods are all stainless steel. Fuel mileage is approximately in the low 20s, so the 10-gallon tank provides a good cruising range if you don't have a lead foot. This car also has seat belts to meet state safety requirements.

Bugs: This car is equipped with Intellitronix digital gauges. They all work fine except the speedometer, which sometimes indicates a few MPH when the car is standing still with the motor running. I have also seen the speedometer black out once in a while. I suspect this is due to a loose ground somewhere, but haven't had time to look into it. The gauge manufacturer is still in business if you need support, or the entire cluster could simply be replaced or updated.

This car has a clear Texas title as a 1923 Ford Roadster. State inspection and registration were recently renewed.

CAUTION!
These cars have a high HP to weight ratio, and they are very fast. Even with one like this that corners well and generally accelerates in a straight line, it's easy for an inexperienced driver to get into trouble. Be sure you want a machine like this and that you have all required permissions from other family members before you bid!!

Please ask all questions before bidding.

The car is for sale locally, and I reserve the right to end the auction at any time.

Car is sold as-is with no warranty or refunds.

Shipping:

Pickup and transport of the vehicle and all associated costs are the buyer's responsibility. The vehicle must be picked up not later than 30 days (including weekends and holidays) following close of the auction. I will be available as needed to accommodate shipper schedules and to monitor loading and securing of the vehicle. I will not be liable for damage to, nor damage caused by the vehicle after the buyer or buyer's shipper or authorized agent takes possession.

Payment:

I require a $200 non-refundable deposit by PayPal within 24 hrs of purchase. The balance must be paid within 7 business days. Acceptable forms of payment for the balance include Cashier's Checks, USPS Money Orders, Wire Transfer and Cash. I do not accept personal checks. The vehicle will be released to the buyer only after all funds due in payment have been verified.

Contact:

eBay messaging is preferred for all routine contact regarding the auction. If the auction is closing and you have an urgent question or concern, you can reach me at 512-739-7932. If I am unable to answer immediately, please leave a voice mail and I'll get back to you as quickly as possible. NO TEXT MESSAGES. Thanks!

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