Our buddies at Stokers Hot Rod Factory always have cool stuff in the shop. And somehow they always seem to find really bitchin hot rods in barns, fields and at swap meets that nobody else pays attention to. Such is the case with this thing. It’s a 1951 English Ford, but with most of the body changed using all kinds of Studebaker and other makes sheetmetal to build one bitchin little custom. And it was done a jillion years ago!
The truth is a lot of the history of this thing is unknown. The lady that the gang at Stokers bought it from told them as much as she knew about the car, and that her Uncle had been the one that built it. Whoever did it, has an eye for cool, and did a great job. We’re really impressed with how creative this car is without looking stupid.
In fact, if you told most people this was some factory model of English Ford they would probably believe you. The lines are right, the work is cool, and we just dig it. There is something really really unique about this thing and we’re sure that whoever ends up with it will have a fun ride. I’m not sure whether I would fix it just enough to drive it, or if I would do a complete restoration on it. Either way, this is one that I would want to cruise in for sure.
Someone buy it! It’s only about a block down the street from my shop, and I’d be happy to meet you there for a ride!. Oh, and if someone bought it and wanted to have Stokers take care of the fuel system and cooling so it was a reliable driver, I will drive it anywhere in the country to deliver it if you pay for the expenses. Hows that for a deal!
Check it out.
Here is what the seller says: CLICK HERE FOR THE ORIGINAL EBAY AUCTION LISTING
1951 English Ford Prefect Custom – One of a kind! – No Reserve Auction!
Originally customized in the late 1950’s in Southern California. Started life as a 4-Door Sedan and was customized using 56 Studebaker Taillights and quarter panels, 53/54 Studebaker Hood for the rear deck, 50’s Triumph? sides (rear half of fenders and doors), custom hood louvers, old green paint, custom fiberglass bucket seats
Original 1.17 Liter 4- cylinder engine and 3-speed manual Trans, stock chassis with original Mechanical brakes, 16″ wheels
Runs and drives. will need fuel tank repair and water pump rebuild. Missing some gauges.
Old, clean California Title matches black plates.
Please call with any questions
909-920-6797
Sometimes what lurks in a barn should be left there – and the barn set alight so it never sees the light of day….
Yeah, I like that little buggy. If it runs and drives, let’s say it has a heavy patina and call it done. I’m not crazy about the seats, though.
now kato,warm up the silver hornet!
After taking a second look at this I actually find it quite cute as it continues the heritage of British “specials” that were based on Ford Popular components. All this needs is a decent paint job, the panel gaps sorting out, new seats and some Aquaplane speed equipment for that sidevalve motor – then a fawn duffle coat and a cloth cap for the driver!
Bitching hot rod? Really??? Are you sure?
It’s clearly a Geordie mobile.