Lot #

1639

Location

Depew, NY 14043

Seller

Dealer

7588

Small-block Chevrolet V8

Automatic

Black

A3877232

Opening Bid: $1,000 Starting In:
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1928 Ford Roadster “Nocturnal” – Stunning Open-Wheel Highboy with Just 7,588 Miles

Presented here is an immaculate 1928 Ford open-wheel roadster built in classic highboy style. With only 7,588 miles since completion, this meticulously crafted street rod is as clean underneath as it is up top. Previously owned by a professional pinstriper and active car club member, the car reflects years of careful ownership and artistic detail.

Finished in jet black base/clear paint, the body and frame were expertly blocked and smoothed before paint. A subtle red pinstripe runs down each side, complemented by a hand-painted spider web and the name “Nocturnal” tastefully scripted above. It’s a personal touch that speaks to the car’s craftsmanship and character.

Red steel wheels with V8-logo poverty caps and blackwall radials give it an authentic old-school presence. The fenderless front end features a straight axle with chrome shocks and disc brakes for both style and stopping power. Vintage-style headlamps are frame-mounted, completing the period look.

Under the hood is a mildly cammed small-block Chevy V8, topped with aluminum performance heads, an Edelbrock 4-barrel carb, and aluminum intake. Chrome accents and headers feeding chrome side pipes add show appeal and performance. Power is delivered through an automatic transmission to a coil-over 12-bolt rear end with a pinion-mounted e-brake setup.

Inside, a button-tufted bench seat features a stitched spider web detail on the passenger side, tying back to the exterior artwork. A classic 3-spoke steering wheel and a full set of vintage-style gauges sit in a jet-black dashboard, providing a clean, functional cockpit. The rearward-opening, carpeted trunk houses the fuel filler and is neatly finished.

If you’re a fan of traditional hot rods, “Nocturnal” is a must-see. Its presentation is near flawless—an expertly built, turn-key cruiser that blends nostalgia, craftsmanship, and street presence in one unforgettable package.

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