Rescuing The Delorean 1932 Ford Roadster From A Dilapidated Detroit Garage
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- Опубликовано: 5 окт 2024
- A few days before heading south on our Moultrie Georgia trip, Matt was given the opportunity to buy a 1932 Ford Roadster. The only problem is that the car is in Detroit, Michigan and we live about a 10 hour drive away. Matt and some friends load up and head out to drag the roadster home. The Roadster has been in this old tire shop since the mid 1960s and lived most of its life below a 1932 Ford 3 Window Coupe. The Coupe was sold about 7 years ago and the roadster was moved onto the lift. The family was always told the Roadster was purchased from George and John DeLorean in the 1950s. Their father became friends with George at the Detroit Dragway, where he was the announcer. Matt and friends have their work cut out for them as all the parts in, under and around the car came with the purchase of the car. The whole interior is packed with parts, and the trunk is full of 1937 Lassalle transmissions!!! We cant wait to track down more history of this car and hope to return the 1932 Roadster to its former glory!!!
If you have any information on the 1932 Ford Roadster or a way to contact George DeLorean please send us an email - irontrapgarage@gmail.com
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Not to disparage the emotional aspect of the story. Life gets in the way, momentum is lost and years go by... next thing you know deterioration sets in and this is what you are left with. At least you found it when you did, and Iron Trap is the perfect destination for the car to be resurrected.
A true “Cat’s in the Cradle” story...
At least you got it down in one piece
No injuries to man or machine 👍👍
Man it must have been tough for this guy to help dig out his dad's legacy hot rod. But if anyone can honor this car it's Matt. I think it should be restored to it's glory days with that neat top and killer wires.
How fortunate you intervened before a Developer or fire destroyed it all!
Those cool Chrysler wires were made by Kelsey Hayes, IIRC, and were an option starting in about '54.
Looks like they are still in good shape; hope you will keep them w/ the car. You now have the market
"cornered" on '37 LaSalle trans.! As you know, they were the hot ticket into the early 60s. (I have a '40
long shaft in my '36 coupe; not a great fit!)
Good luck w/ the project. I'll be following this one, for sure!
I'm an old car nut case since high school. My auto mechanic teacher was a hotrodder and made me one. For whatever reason he was not a flathead ford guy, he was chevy. But turned me into a crazed flathead guy. So over the course of 50 years, I collected every flathead racing part in my area. I owned a 50 ford with the V8 in it and hot rodded it till I was 19 years old . Thats when I sold the 50 to a local kid, minus any engine or trans. I bought an R code 1964 galaxy 500 convertible with 427 duel quad four speed. I have now owned it for 46 years and have been restoring it for the past 25 years. Its ALWAYS been kept inside and just like it says above, life just happens and nothing gets done. The chassie is all new and completed, body 85% or more done, new top. original interior. runs and drives. Just not done.....I still love my flathead parts, they are not for sale. They will soon hang in my new shop. I have Offenhouser, Edmonds, Gran-Cor, and an original Edelbrock slingshot manifold. I have heads and manifolds to match. And I think there is an Edmonds manifold still new in its original box..... I have the chance to buy my old 50 back after 47 years of having it gone. Not sure I really need it back, I think it would be a waste of money, to just let it set around. It was a four door, I shaved off the rear door handles to make it look more two door....but do I really need it back. Let me know what you guys think. Its only 1,500 dollars, but just to let it set?.... Not really interested in having to work on it. It would be neat to have it back, but why? So my main comment is why would anyone let a car like in this video, sit in a garage with a roof YOU KNOW LEAKS with this wonderful car you claim to love and just let it ROT to nothing!! I have known many a man over the years with fantastic cars that were just left outside in the dirt to rot into the ground where there is no hope to repair it with the skill set the owner has to repair it. And the comment, SOMEDAY I'm gonna make it new....NO YOUR NOT!!!! You will NEVER make it new......So SELL IT TO SOMEONE WHO WILL!!! But not till your dead and the car is scrap.....Drives me crazy!!!! At least my 64 has always been in semi heated buildings with no leaks.....And yes I'm slow too, but atleast its not rotting while Im being slow! Thanks for reading my rant......
Unbelievable Awesome! You got your ultimate hot rod. Couldn’t gone to a better custodian
Thanks Kurt!
Killer score, and best yet....the resurrection will be shared with so many. Dave, your father could not have imagined the level of inspiration your car will generate through those like me that cherish the history of this car and the culture!
Thanks man!
Awesome find Matt,Bless that man, He really loved his dad...
that part really got to me.
The passion the son has regarding his father & this vehicle is terrific...thank you for sharing...
I used to live off of Greenfield Rd, 9 miles North of this place....I have even driven my 32 Ford with a flathead on my way to the Henry Ford Museum right past this tire shop. Never knew what was inside! WOW
It's more than a hotrod, it is an emotional journey! So glad you were able to rescue this car and keep the legacy alive.
so how fast WAS your heart beating as you pulled that tarp off! OMG, this is epic guys! so happy for you! WHAT a find! best part is we all get to see more of it! thanks for doing what you do and sharing with all of us!
Thanks so much!
Jack DeLorean just sent you an email with a photo of the car in its prime. George’s son sent you a message on FB messenger. Excited to see your progress!
Wow thank you!!! I will send an email back here shortly! Would love to do a phone call with them!
Thank you, Elizabeth!
I am so glad you are out there saving these old cars. I know you can't save them all, but you and a few other guys are putting a dent in the pile.
We’re trying!
You have just witnessed Matt taking possession of the holy grail of every true hot fodder. Nothing matches the desirability of a ‘32 roadster as the true american hot rod. Congratulations, Matt!
OMG ... that brass blow torch brought back fond memories, they work wonderful for starting cars you can pump and spray fuel to start and run it worked bueatiful. From my grandpa's and my dad's grage in Willamina Oregon only 60 plus years ago.
Congrats Matt. A lot of people think you found this car. I'm more inclined to think the car found you. Now hug it, squeeze it, kiss it and make her purr again.
So true!
Very touching. Thanks again Matt and everyone.
Matt, you have gone from bucket list car to bucket list garage!! I can't think of anyone better qualified to resurrect this, 50's hot rods rule!
The condition of that building was just unreal! But normal for Detroit. What a rescue!
Who needs videos of dogs playing the piano when we have Matt discovering the “ holy grail” !
Hahah yep!
That's a very well built ride for the period. I'd expect that car to have been in a Mag or two back in the day. Hopefully some digging will turn up some pictures and articles. I really think THIS might be a special one.
It’s great that you guys can rescue this car. It sad that they let it get like that.
This is the most awesome find video ever? Amazing that lift was still holding the car up.
It’s probably our craziest one yet!
That old 4 poster lift, with the railway lines under the car, is a gem itself. Old machinery buffs would love it!
You can stop looking now..you have all the cool old hot rods!
Haha! Now I need to get to work!!
Congratulations Matt
We should start a go find me to get Matt a new pair of boots lol. Awesome save again Matt!! you're the man! Cheers Buddy! Zip~
Haha true story!
Waiting to see how you build this 32! Awesome save!
What an epic find. Not only a dream car but one with real history.
Always love seeing these rescues, looking forward to watching it go together 👍
Nice.
I like 1980 square body Chevy truck on the background
I'm glad you ended up with this one Matt, I tried to notify you about 5 minutes after the add posted, but you never accepted my friend request so it didn't reach you! But you ended up with it so all is well. Nice score!!!
Thanks Brian, I had a number of people send it to me and it popped on my fb marketplace. Hot rod gods knew i wanted it!
Things have a way ending up where they belong Matt!! Can't wait to follow along as this build moves forward!
Your dad's emotions are what makes this video. My dad passed away 3 days after this first aired and watching it today brought back memories of me & my dad working on trucks & cars back in the 60's. My favorite memory is sacrificing the swing set in the back yard pulling a motor out of his race car for overhaul.
really loved you giving him a chance to tell the story, just wonderful...
Holy smokes! Wow....another unbelievable find! You’ve done it Matt, congratulations! You can tell they had quiet the attachment to the car, it’s hard to watch without shedding a tear. But they can know for sure, the car is going to the best home it could possibly have. Wow, what an amazing history! I’ve probably driven buy that place once or twice, in my travels. Detroit still gives up its treasures after all these years. Thanks for sharing, this made my day. Amazing!!
Holy smokes I have a set of those Desoto wires and I never thought I would ever see another set. Well never say never.
Are those Desoto, I remember those style wheels being used on street rods in late sixties and early seventies, but thought they were from a Chrysler Imperial, reason being that the older model Imperial used the same wheel bolt pattern as Ford did for years and years.
Matt you are the 32 Ford king!!! Nice save buddy.
Excellent video. Thanks for taking us along.
My grandfather worked at Ford Canada as an inspector from the 20's till he passed in 1952. This was at a factory across the river from Detroit. At the time, the area where he lived was called Ford City. Ford built lots of cars in Canada back in the day and still has manufacturing plants today.
This car is killer! Congrats Matt!
Wow, just wow. Thanks for sharing this awesome story with us Matt. You are truly the right person to get this car, your resurrection of it will be shared with hundred of thousands of people. Its a fitting tribute to an old hot rod and a family heirloom. I've never seen a license plate molded into the gas tank, can't wait to see how that was done. Also great crate motor ;) Beyond excited to see where this goes and see this car in person one day!
Its just amazing only a few videos ago Matt jocks about having to to get a 32 roadster now and low and behold he gets another 32 Ford and guess what it a Roadster so this year alone he has gotten two 32 5 Window Ford, one 34 3 Window Ford and now a 32 Ford Roadster Matt has been really busy this year
Don’t forget the 34 ford tudor. But who’s counting? Haha
@@IronTrapGarage what was i thinking I cant believe i forgot that beautiful car you have almost all the dream 30 model Ford hotrod im just waiting for the "look at this 32 3 window Ford i just found lol
Wow you guys did a lot of work getting that car!
I'd be happy with that old work bench and vice or the lift.
Glad it's getting life again
The bench is HEAVY. It was my dad's main workbench.
Looking forward to see the progress on this one. cheers from the UK
I'm glad Matt found his dream car and really stoked to see what he does with it.
Awesome find carnt wait until it's finished follow to the end
Wow, Matt you are going to be the King of '32 roadsters and 3 window coupes.
Awesome find!! My Dream car. The stories attached to those old hotrods are golden.
Good to see some early Michigan iron. I always have watched for early rods, customs and drag cars from my home state that came before I myself hit the local car culture seen. Cool history now in good hands.
I’ve pass this place a many of times on the way home from work back in the ‘90s and just by chance come across it on RUclips. Glad to see this car being saved.
Absolutely amazing! This car deserves to be "restored" to exactly what it was like when it was put into storage...maybe even better. A half-assed "fix up" or a modernization would be criminal.
wonderful! you found your dream car. gonna look forward to the series on this old hotrod!
As wicked as the 32 is, im really diggin on that square body parked out front
another piece of automotive history saved! This purchase was a really nice shot! The vintage car lift bridge is also beautiful👍👍👍
i love that lift!
Matt's going to end up having to make one of those in his garage to hold all the cars he is getting this year
Un-friggin-believable!! You must be one of the luckiest guys around. This stuff seems to find you and through the magic of the internet it all looks so easy (I'm sure it's not). I know everybody was freaking on the car but I was salivating on the old four post hoist. I would love to have it in my shop, cleaned and re-cabled, adapt a reversible 5 horse motor and painted black with red pinstriping. I know, you can buy a new modern one for around 2k but it just wouldn't have the same class.
We’re going back for the lift in the spring just ran out of room!
@@IronTrapGarage ALRIGHT! I'm glad that it's going to be salvaged and not ending up in a scrap trailer being sold by the pound.
I have that same lift this is the first time I have seen another one .I look it up it from 1935 .I have it in some of my videos
It's a real time piece. I fear it might end up as scrap, I hope not...it'skind of cool, someone wants it.
@@lobmin i message matt about buying it he said they pick it up .
I love this lift; could actually fit in the one's garage and probably move it around if needed. Might not be as "safe" nor even convenient to use by today's standards but if it's had a car sitting on it for 70 years that should say a lot.
A GREAT find , that profile and those incredible wheels are straight out of a 1950's Hotrod Magazine !
Awesome fine Matt that's a nice one 1932 roadster good history on it 🙌🏼👍🏼💥
Well it’s looking nice in your care , tidy it up son spend some money on it make dad proud
I can't wait to watch this as it progresses.
That lift is cool, 32 roadster much cooler, and a trunk full of goodies😃
Those needles piercing your eyes when those memories rush in on you. know those very well. Great recap of his Dad.
Whatever you do you gotta redo the roof and side curtains! That'll really make the look of the car
That’s the plan!
@@IronTrapGarage this car must have looked so right in the day. my condolences to the son and family. goes right to the heart.
Awesome Matt, your findings are getting better. Hopefully you can make many videos on this project, thanks for the video. 32's don't get any better
You are all over. The channel has given you a lot of opportunities to find these. Nice work
This one was advertised publicly! No leads or advantages on this one
What a awesome find ! Can't wait to see the videos of the build!!
My husband watching you he loves old car
Tom Cotter of "Barn Find Hunter" is right; they're out there, you just gotta look!
It also helps when you're in the business and people contact you.
Great find Matt. Can't wait to see you bring it back to life!
That lift would be awesome to restore
What a great find. You sounded like a kid in the candy store giggling when you were pulling the transmissions out of the trunk. This is going to be a great build! Kevin
I sure was!
Be awesome to make a copy of the club plaque for the family. And make a awesome video to show the process how club plaque are made
Matt you are a rust archeologist, 90 year old history amazing stuff!...
you will find all kinds of old cars in Detroit all over old car Central there's so many old buildings down there
That thing is a awesome find !!!
I hope u guys get it up and rolling again
It gets better and better , great find , so cool. At this rate you may need to extend the shop.
Hey Matt & crew, it would have been great if we knew ya'll were going to be in Detroit, we would have drove down to meet you & help...but I understand..anyway we are about 30 minutes north of Detroit, looking at the building & the address I was trying to figure out where you guy's were. Looks like you found another killer rod & parts...I will be watching this one too...be safe....God Bless!!!
This one was a secret mission. Sorry!
@@IronTrapGarage no problem, dually understand!
What a great find! Christmas in November! Looking forward to seeing this roadster back to its former glory!
Awsome...ive drove past that place many times
That old cable hoist is Gem..save that..!.
Hey Matt
What A Find !
Matt scores another one !
Actually ALOT of um.
Look Forward to following this one as it comes back to life.
GO MATT !
Be Safe and Well
Cool old car, great story to go with it! Looking forward to watching this one come back to life
I saw that pop up on eBay. Glad to se you stepped up and we all get to see it move forward
Glad you recovered the roadster before the wiring finally "gave up the ghost" and made everything toast. Hope this one will always reside in an old airplane hanger in PA!
That’s the plan! Bucket list car for us!
Bucket list car for eveyone!
You have alot. Mike kneeds ahotrod.buddy ol pal
I got a friend (imagine that), who has been working on the same car for decades. Whenever there was a show he rode shotgun in my coupe. I think Mike will always have a ride because Matt will take good care of him!
Super jealous. But, my happiness for you getting this car far surpasses the jealousy. This is awesome and if anybody can bring this car to life it’s you. Congrats man!
Absolutely awesome find. Hopefully you can find more history and maybe even pictures. WOW!
Matt, very happy for you to find your dream car. Good things happen to people who wait. Looking forward to hearing your assessment of the car and what you hope to do with it.
Hey Mike that was a great story I like you work you do a great job man enjoy your videos
20 mins in, Matt demonstrates his Jedi like "power of persuasion". What an epic find. Congratulations. Enjoy your road trip, but most of all "stay safe".
Watched it again love steve
I was trying to come up with a wordy comment that explained the feeling I had when I saw this car being uncovered...but one word comes to mind that explains it all.
Bitchin'!
Haha same here!
Geeze matt, another to the supercool collection 👍
Looking at the car from the rear top of trunk top of rear fenders both sides are not even at all its leaning to the right side not uniform.. also this guy is very sincere missing his father and the love for the car.
The old buggy suspension tends to lean on these cars.
Wow Matt. The only thing better than that find would have been getting the 3 window coupe too! Congrats!
First comment, it's a dream for a French boy, thanks for that video Matt, puts stars in my eyes.
Matt, congrats on a epic find with really amazing history. Its awesome that it is still assembled and you can see the original build !
That is bad ass, Detroit has a lot of cool hot rod history
What a find well done matt
Sweet find the car Gods were looking down on you that day congratulations on the 32