1929 whippet rumble seat roadster 98 A Hot rod

For sale: 1929 Other Makes

Technical specifications

Condition:
Used
Item location:
Old Mystic, Connecticut, United States
Make:
Other Makes
Trim:
none
Year:
1929
Mileage:
1,000,000
Engine size:
mercury flathead
Drive type:
3 speed manual
Vehicle Title:
Clear
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Description

If you want different and all steel, this is it. This is a one of a kind Hotrod. The car is a 1929 Whippet Rumble seat Roadster 98A. (Long wheel base) Everything is 1953 or earlier.

The engine is a 1953 Mercury Flathead, supercharged,aluminium pistons,solid lifters,max 1 cam. Supercharger is a 1953 Detroit 353 with high speed sealed bearings. The two carburators are 1953 corvette side drafts. Trans. is 1940s fordwith a 12" clutch and open driveshaft. Rearend is also 1940s.ford. Front end is Whippet straight axe, that has been machined to accept 40 ford spindles and brakes. Car has buick aluminum brake drums on all four wheels. There is a 1940 cross member X frame so that the 40s brake and clutch pedals could be used. Gas tank has two fills, one on each side.

It has the original convertible top that has been lowered, fabric should be replaced, but is useable. Paint is thin almost nonexsistent. Electrical all works and has been converted to 12 volt. The e-brake works,butneeds modification. Radiatorcapa vintage bulldog. The tires are Firestone Deluxe Champions, 6:50-16 on the rear and 6:00-16 on the front

The frame is in excellant condition. Body as far asI can tell is rust free, except for some surface rust where there used to be paint. E-brake works but leaver needs modification. Car has no history. It is registered in CT. Sold with bill of sale only, no title.

Please remember this is not your ordinary 350/350 chevy powered Hot Rod. If you have never driven a vintage hot rod this may not be for you. It Makes lots of noise,rides rough and rattles a lot! It takes a true Hot Rod enthusiast to enjoy this type of car. Please ask questions before bidding.

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