Thread: Looking to build an iconic 32 Hi Boy

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Hi! newbie here.
Been into antique british roadsters and older Porsche's for some time now, (Problably restored my first one before many of you were born )

As a last "hurrah", I want to build a Street/Hot Rod from the ground up. Will have some help from my grown sons and my youngest daughter (a Car Nut like me)...

Was thinking about building a 32 Hi Boy, 350/350 with 9" Ford & Nova box... but trying to keep it as retro looking (circa mid-50's) as practical... black primer finish, indian blanket bench seat, etc. Like to participate in a show now and again, but mostly just to cruise in & tinker with and then leave to my youngest daughter..

My concern is that this may be too overdone and will have no resale value. should she ever want to sell it.. Also, would it be more appropriate to use a Ford Flat Head? Metal body or glass? WOuld like as many opinions as possible & will check back on this link often...

Any comments would be appreciated... planning on starting in mid May, so doing my homework now..

Thanks!

Bart in Florida