32 Roadster or 39 Ford Convertible

Well I just kinda felt like posting something tonight, and I have been thinking what would I like better if I have a choice.

I just sold my Roadster to a friend that has wanted the car for about 3 years now and finally talked me out of it. It was time and I'm happy to see Ron get the car and he will take better care of it than I did, Sad but true.....

I have all the parts to put togeather another 32 roadster but I have wanted a 39 Ragtop for a long time as well.

I located a builder 39 that I could do in probably the same amount of time it would take to assemble the roadster, about the same cost in the long run.

I have a 31 RPU that I want to build also so that could fill the roadster void eventually I guess.

I would like to see some pics of 39 convertibles done in a traditional style and get some ideas.

I do like the ride of the bigger car and that has alot to do with wanting the 39 and the fact that I could roll up the windows and put the top up when the weather got bad instead of pretending to be so hard core .

I know it sounds like I'm complaining about which supermodel I'm gonna bang tonight

Humor me....... I'm still suffering from my Midlife crises and don't really like Porche's

 

32 roadster or 39 conv........hmmm......

I vote 59 El Camino.
Yes Rudy, I'm still drinkin'........

 

...It's a bitch gettin' old, ain't it?. Thinkin' 'bout comfort and all...

 

Drinking and on the HAMB,,,,,a volital combination for some

See you this weekend and save some beer for me

 

I would opt for the 39 convertible... you could cruise in comfort, and still have the feeling of the wind blowing through your hair.....sorta

 

Yeah Larry the age thing does come into play when you still want to put some major miles on your hotrod.

 

HAHAHa that was too funny. Maybe if I drove around with my shirt off

 

you big pussy!!hahaha

Just kidding man, I think whichever you build first, you'll end up with both in the end.

and if you end up building the '39 and want some killer boxing plates or anything else with belled holes, send me a pattern, I can make anything holey!!haha

 

Ah shit, anyone can build a '32. How many '39 ragtops do you see??
....but ya have to put a top on it or ya still get wet.

 

well you've already done the roadster thing. i would do the 39 myself. im 46, and i hate to say it but i kinda like to be a little more comfortable when im out enjoying my rides. not saying stoop low and build cookie cutter street rod, but a nice hot rod or custom 39 would be cool. plus you say you still have the stuff to put together another 32. if you dont like the 39 when you're done it will be super easy to sell. then build another duece. my 2cents.

 

Good thread. As we all get older, comfort becomes a serious consideration if you intend to do serious miles.

I sold my beloved 27 tudor for more leg room. The 31 1/2 5 window is nice but the 46 tudor is the best riding so far. All had heated seats since I have arthritis. Some have had air, but I still like the feel of the breeze blasting through the ram air scoop and the windows down.

Kermit

 

rudy..

I cant imagine you in anything but a 32.. why not build a cabrio? isnt that really the answer?

as for the 39 convert.. pass it on to someone in need..

LIKE ME!!

 

I just googled this off the net........

 

Pictures kinda tiny but it looks like a '39 Coast to Coast, NOT what Roadstar has in mind

 

Been there ...

I am a 32 Roadster guy ... and plan on owning mine til I die ... but ...
I really enjoyed the 40 Ford coupe. More than I realized ...

1) more room
2) better ride
3) roll up windows
4) and overall easier to work on and keep up

This may shock some HAMBers ...
I prefer a 39 Ford convertible over a 40 Ford convertible ( the short top ... just does it for me )
So get the 39 ...

 

For what there getting for convertibles there's no choice to make here.

Here's some pics, I couldn't remember if the 39 Convertibles had the delux or standard grill so there from 1938 to 1940.

 

Do the 39!!

 

Do the 39, Deuces are everywhere, and you have already had one.

 

I would go with a 39.

 

Now we're talking!

Thanks for the pics Gus and Randy, really leaning toward the fat fenders.

I actaully have a complete dropped front axel setup for one in stock and some wheels a rear end.....man I think I'm talking myself in to the 39.

Anyone want a 32 roadster project

 

Don't be a wimp, build both!!!!!!!!!!!!!

BB

 

You seem more like a hot rod guy than a custom cruizer.......well, I guess you're just getting too OLD!

It may be good for you to change it up a little.......I really liked your 32 (make it sound as though it passed on..)......

"One 39 convertable, coming up....... Would you like frys with that?"

 

Get over it..SHIT HAPPENS...

Put on your best Boyd shirt, take your 'vette out for a cruise along the shoreline and then get your ass back in the garage..
Forget that comfy lawnshow shit and build that RPU you been talking about..

See ya at BG

CC

 

I also say go for the '39. Im sure with your talent you could build one hell of a bitchin' 39 convertible.

I would like to be put in line for this 32 roadster project.

 

39!

 

A topless Voodoo Child would be cool!

Ahhh...black and copper...Hmmmm....

That was my favorite 40 of all.....

But cleaning the mud from all the pretty paint would be a pain!

 

Build the 39...and enjoy the mid-life crisis. Mine's been the high point of my life so far!

 

Rudy, you know my black '32 sedan. The only thing I would even think of trading for would be a '36-39-40 cabriolet. I love those year roadsters. I say go with the '39. Plenty of room...a nice ride...roll up windows..etc.

 

I guess he told me

YOu know me Chuck, won't be too many lawn shows in any car, but I would like something to cruise to Denver or Bonniville with a little more comfort not to mention trunk space

Oh you mean this RPU Finally got it home, couldn't be happier with the body. It's the first car I ever bought sight unseen. But It was from a HAMBer in the HAMB classifieds how could I go wrong.

 

Here's a couple of sweet '39s....

Stock


Or Hemi...