The 1932 Ford—the Deuce—is among the most important automobiles ever produced. A landmark car for Ford, the ’32 introduced Henry Ford’s groundbreaking V-8 engine, bringing the iconic engine configuration to the masses for the first time. Just as significantly, the ’32 Ford’s myriad body styles and abundant production figures made it the ideal platform for hot rodders and the inspiration for an entire automotive performance industry. Now, 75 years after its introduction, the Deuce continues to be the foundation for many hot rods.

Deuce: 75 Years of the ’32 Ford is a complete history of the car—as it was built, and as a hot rod and racecar. The book covers the design, development, and production of the Deuce, including vintage factory photos and details on the cars as they came from the factory. It also relates the story of the car as the hot rod of choice for generations of hop-up enthusiasts. Sidebars explore the personalities and companies that have helped the Deuce become a pop culture phenomenon and a focal point of the automotive enthusiast community.