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In spring 1932 Ford Motor Company unveiled a design and technological milestone that would also become the quintessential hot rod platform. To mark the 75th anniversary of that vehicle, here is the complete authoritative and illustrated chronicle that examines every facet of the "Deuce"-market factors, design, development of the legendary flathead engine, manufacture and marketing, overseas specials, and motorsport exploits around the globe. In addition, author Tony Thacker, a director of the NHRA Wally Parks Motorsports Museum, profiles "The 75 Most Significant '32 Ford Hot Rods" as chosen by a blue-ribbon panel assembled by Ford. These 75 seminal cars are celebrated with concise histories and photography both rare and famous. The result is a spectacular historical and visual celebration for vintage-car enthusiasts and hot rodders alike.Thacker, Tony is the author of ''32 Ford Deuce The Official 75th Anniversary Edition', published 2007 under ISBN 9780760317419 and ISBN 0760317410.
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