How to Restore a 1932 Ford 2-Door Roadster Hi-Boy

45 years ago, the 1932 Roadster was introduced as a model kit car. The 2-Door Roadster Hi-Boy was popular with hot rod lovers in the 1960s. Finding a 1932 Ford to restore is a challenge and it can be expensive.

Difficulty: Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Hammers
• Pair of slapping spoons
• Section of railroad track
• Small anvil

1. Repair or replace all trim on the 1932 Ford Roadster. It will increase the value of your restored classic car.

2. Rub your fingers along the surface of the stainless steel. Check for scratches, blemishes, pits and other abrasions.

3. Mark the high and low spots, scratches and dings you want to repair. If you have the right tools and a gentle touch, you can repair the chrome. If not then you will want to buy new.

4. Take the chrome off the classic car. You will need to have access to both sides for any attempt at repair.

5. Tap the high and low spots on a soft smooth surface. Be careful, you don't want to damage more than you repair.

6. File any abrasions with sandpaper. Don't gouge the stainless steel with a coarse paper. Use a fine grain.

7. Polish the chrome when the repairs are complete. Be careful not to spend too much time on the peaks and high spots. It is possible to rub a hole through the metal.

Tips & Warnings

• It is important that you take your time and tap slowly—if you rush you will make the damage worse.
• Shop around your area and on the Internet—some areas of the country are likely to have a certain type of classic car more than others.
• The best find is still the one that is free just for removing it from a property.
• Do not hit the surface too hard—light taps work best.

Resources

• Find fully restored classic cars for sale.
• Deuce Messer newsletter.
• Buy a 1932 Ford 2-Door Roadster Hi-Boy for $37,000 completely restored.