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combines elements of classic Ford hot rods with
more contemporary sportscars. Wearing an all-metal NO RESERVE - LOT #1294.1
body, custom-fabricated frame and a machined billet
suspension, this is a true one-off that took over two
years to build. Interestingly, the drivetrain is sourced
from a Lexus SC400. Power comes from the 32-valve
1UZ V8 engine and is routed through an automatic
transmission. Getting that power to the ground is
a set of 17-inch Boyd Coddington wheels wrapped
in BFGoodrich T/A Radials measuring 205mm up
front and 315mm in the rear. The beautiful body is
finished in Boyd’s Red paint and is complemented by NO RESERVE - LOT #1292
a matching red leather interior. For those interested
in an incredible Coddington original, look no further
– Sportstar is one of many cars that helps cement
Coddington’s well-deserved place in hot-rod history.
LOT #1294.1 - 1933 FORD CUSTOM ROADSTER
Astonishing. Exemplary. Beautiful. Three words that
perfectly describe this one-of-a-kind roadster. Designed by NO RESERVE - LOT #1292.1
Chris Ito and hand-built by Steve’s Auto Restorations, this
custom was created as a prototype for a project known as
the “Double Dozen.” Initial plans called for a dozen fully the very limits of creativity. This is one of the finest
fendered and a dozen fenderless examples to be available roadsters to be had anywhere.
by commission. Plans changed, however, and only one The Petersen Museum is dedicated to preserving
steel-bodied prototype was produced. This is that car. the legacy of Southern California hot-rod culture.
Power comes from a supercharged 4.6-liter V8 engine Marking just the tip of the iceberg, these three hot
that is routed through an automatic transmission. A rods wonderfully highlight the brilliant collection
Mustang Cobra independent rear suspension is paired of vehicles coming from the museum’s famed
with handmade upper and lower control arms that Vault. Check out all the details on the cars included
feature a cantilevered coilover arrangement. The rakish in this offering of incredible one-off hot rods
body was even formed using wooden bucks and a heading to Scottsdale on Barrett-Jackson.com.
scale drawing for reference. A feat of workmanship and – Eric Becker
engineering, every detail of this striking roadster pushes For up-to-date information on these vehicles, visit Barrett-Jackson.com

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