At the moment, I'm leaning towards something like this for my build. I really love the looks and overall stance of this one.
Hello, There was always something that did not look right in the 32 style coupes. Especially the 5 window versions. Somehow, the cab roofline was too tall and it looked like it was a normal body, but someone grabbed the cab and lifted it up too high. The 32 3 window has a similar roof, but for some other reason, the stock configuration looks ok. But, the odd thing is, the majority of 32 3 window coupes are chopped various inches to adjust to the owner’s liking. Jnaki So, once varying inches gets taken out, then it looks ok. but, there will be a fine point. If the chop is too much, it looks like Paul Bunyan with his ox, both sat on the roof and car. Plus, the sightline and cramped inside viewing is not the most enjoyable on a road trip, whether it is long or just a jaunt to the nearby bakery. On the other hand, despite all of the cool custom touches, the top still need a “slight” chop of a few inches to make the top look as if it was proportionate to the body. That will be your choice as to comfort inside and whether you like a chop or not. I am 6 feet tall and old age is compressing my bones. So, the sight lines and comfort are very important. But, being inside of a chopped sedan delivery just did not agree with me and my driving comfort. As cool as a chopped sedan delivery was outside, the view from the inside was not worth it. Unless, the chop was not as radical and a few more inches would improve the compressed view everywhere.
Here’s an updated picture of my five window with peaked louvers . 126 louvers total on deck-lid with 4 inch chop.
Yes it turned out great but was there a build thread like you promised? And details on the engine, trans, rear etc?? Pics of interior too?
This is my car in 1956 at Abbottsford B.C. Drags. Hasnt been on the road since the 60s, possibly the 50s. I am restoring it / building it right now. -Shiny
I will do a full thread on it soon enough and post pictures and the whole story on the cars history, the find and the rebuild.
Roach: Lots of good ideas here but hot rodding has always about being an individual not a sheep. Study and digest the suggestions, then chart your own course, you might be surprised what the result will be!
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