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Five Window Coupe
Chassis Num: 18581356

This 1932 Ford Model A Five Window Coupe Mexican Race Car was offered for sale at the 2007 RM Auctions held in Amelia Island, Florida. It was offered without reserve and estimated to sell between $50,000 - $70,000. The car was formerly in the possession of the 52nd Mexican President and used by his son in racing competition. It is powered by a 221 cubic-inch, L-Head V8 engine and matted to a three-speed manual gearbox. There are four-wheel mechanically actuated drum brakes.

This car has a very unique and colorful history, and one that it wears proudly on its un-restored body. It was special ordered by the former President of Mexico, Chief Commander Roquen Gonzalez Garza. His presidency began in 1915 and transpired during a difficult point in the countries history. As such, he was forced into exile.

Upon his return to Mexico in 1920, he had this car specially built with a larger rear window. It was used by him for a number of years before he passed it along to his son. The son had it modified and entered it into sanctioned and unsanctioned events throughout Mexico and southern Texas. The car provided many podium finishes for its owner.

The car was passed onto the son's son, who placed the car into storage. It remained there for many years before being discovered and treated to a mechanical restoration and modifications. Modifications included an Edelbrock cylinder heads, Edelbrock intake manifold and two down draft Stromberg carburetors. Other modifications include a heavy-duty clutch, three-speed manual gearbox, and updated components.

At auction, the car was one of the highlights of the show. Its history and un-restored body showed infinite possibilities and potential. Bidding was lively and drove the selling price just under the estimated value of the vehicle. The vehicle found a new home at $46,750.

1932 Ford Model A Mexican Racer
Year	1932
Make	Ford
Model	Model A Mexican Racer
Body Style	Five Window Coupe
Engine Location	Front
Drive Type	Rear Wheel
	Shaft drive
Combined MPG	0.00

Chassis / Engine Numbers Shown
Chassis Number	18581356

Engine
Engine Configuration	V
	L-Head
Cylinders	8
Aspiration/Induction	Normal
Displacement	221.00 CU IN. \| 3622.2 cc. \| 3.6 L.
Horsepower	65.00 BHP (47.8 KW) @ 3400.00 RPM
Torque	130.00 Ft-Lbs (176.3 NM) @ 1250.00 RPM
HP / Liter	18.1 BHP / Liter
Compression Ratio	5.5:1
Main Bearings	3
Fuel Type	Gasoline - Petrol
Fuel Feed	Carburetor
Block	Cast-iron

Standard Transmission
Gears	3
Transmission	Manual
Clutch	Single dry plate
	Floor shift controls

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1932 Ford Model A Mexican Racer