Lot #956 - This 1951 Ford Custom Deluxe Resto-Mod is finished in Pearl Red over a tan interior. This was a lengthy custom build that took place from 1999-2005. It’s powered by a 239ci 24-stud Flathead V8 engine backed by a C4 automatic transmission. This hot rod is equipped with dual exhaust, polished Offenhauser heads, equal-length ceramic-coated headers, Holley 4-barrel carburetor, Ross forged-aluminum pistons, Mercury crankshaft, custom cam, Durabond cam bearings, Melling oil pump, stainless-steel valves, Isky valve spring set and high-performance heads. It is also equipped with 4-wheel power disc brakes, power rack & pinion steering, 12” front and 17” rear polished Weld wheels, full custom frame with tubular A-arm front suspensions, front and rear coilovers and a polished aluminum fuel tank. The modified body features a chopped top with slanted B-pillar, frenched headlamps, taillamps and antenna, shaved emblems and door handles, and smoothed from and rear chrome bumpers. Inside, a full leather interior features reclining bucket seats, custom door panels and console, Mohair headliner, full custom dash with custom-painted wood-grain graphic, wool carpeting, digital instrumentation, 3-point seatbelts, tilt steering, power windows, power antenna and door poppers.