In keeping with the look of the 1931 Tudor, a single fibreglass roof panel was constructed and later covered using Mercedes soft top fabric. Electric cabin windows were installed, along with a reversing camera, radio, USB ports, and power outlet.
To provide a bit of bling, a final decision was made on Foose 105 Legend chrome wheels to enhance the hot rod appearance. It was also decided to fit 19-inch wheels to the rear and 17-inch wheels to the front.
It was difficult selecting the upholstery style and color, but we finally decided on a more simple, classy look. We love our final choice of a classic caramel toned color, with leather in the front cabin, but with a more practical vinyl in the rear. As you can see, our trimmer has done an amazing job!
On completion of the mechanical and electrical build, hours and hours of work began preparing the body for paint – this was a true labor of love for our builders as the result had to be perfect. The hot rod was then painted in an original flat black clear on base. We wanted that deep original looking black Henry Ford color of the day.
In December 2020, final touches were made to the hearse, along with a roadworthy, EPA noise test, weight check, and completion of the VASS certificate by the engineer.
Not only does the hearse look amazing, but it drives and handles well too!
The practicality and functionality of the various components is just right, and we are happy to say there isn’t much we would change.
We acknowledge and say a HUGE thanks to the many tradesmen who played a part in creating and supplying components for such an incredible vehicle.
In particular, the talented team at Deuce Customs, especially chief builder John (Duck), Darryl, and Tony – and of course, all the people they called on including auto electrician Andrew DiBenedetto, glazier Bruce Borlace, Rohde Smash Repairs for the fantastic paint job, Mark at Dynamic Trimming and engineer Jeff Watters for overseeing the build and assisting with the Vic Roads process.