1956 Ford Popular ‘Hades’ Hot Rod 402CI 6.6L V8 Supercharged

Highlights

• High-end hot rod build by well-regarded specialists
• Genuine steel-bodied 1956 Ford Popular rather than fibreglass replica
• Custom airbrushed artwork signed by artist Darren Horton
• Totally rebuilt 402 cubic inch 6.6L supercharged Chevy big-block engine
• Brand new TH400 gearbox custom-built by Edge Performance UK
• Parachute and wheelie bar fitted

The Appeal

Known as the ‘Hades Hot Rod’ this remarkable creation is about as far from its Ford Popular origins as it is possible to get. Yet crucially, it retains the donor’s original steel body, rather than being a fibreglass replica. That is merely the jumping-off point for a specification that could best be described as extreme. For starters, there’s a fully rebuilt 6.6L big block Chevrolet V8 with Weiand supercharger, all fronting full body artwork by highly regarded custom artist Darren Horton.

The drivetrain is equally serious: a brand new TH400 automatic gearbox, custom-built by Edge Performance UK to withstand drag-strip duty, is operated via a Hurst shifter with electronic kick down. The rear end features a five-clip rose-jointed setup with a Detroit Locker differential and Strange shafts, while the prop shaft was built by Alan Hassel Racing Engineers. Every major component, from the MSD ignition system to the custom Sandersons headers and the alloy multi-core radiator with twin fans, has been carefully selected for both performance and presentation.

Beyond the spec, the key to a good hot rod is the level of cosmetic detail, and Hades does not disappoint. The interior has been retrimmed in quilted red leather and features Hurst fittings and a chain wheel. The work was done around 10 years ago, and since 2018, it has been part of the current keeper’s eclectic two and four-wheeled collection.

The vendor states that this is an exceptional show car, and whether your ambitions lie on the show field or the drag strip, this Ford Pop appears comprehensively built to deliver on both fronts.

Key Information

• Mileage: not available
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: not applicable
• Technical specs: 402CI Chevrolet 6.6L V8, TH400 automatic gearbox
• Paperwork: no specific documentation mentioned by the vendor

The Detail

• Modified steel-bodied Ford popular body with custom bespoke artwork
• Paintwork completed in 2016 by specialist Darren Horton
• Polished aluminium bolted wheels with custom tyres
• Specialist Mickey Thompson tyres fitted
• Parachute and wheelie bar fitted
• Custom interior in quilted leather with aluminium trim and classic-style dials
• 402 cubic inch (6,600cc) Chevrolet big block engine, totally rebuilt with lowered compression for forced induction and roller bearings throughout
• TH400 automatic transmission, brand new and custom built by Edge Performance UK
• Estimated 1200bhp
• Hurst shifter with electronic kick down
• Brand new Weiand 6.71 supercharger
• Twin Edelbrock 650 CFM carburettors
• Custom headers by Sandersons of San Francisco with removable baffles
• MSD ignition system including distributor, coil pack and leads
• Electric high-flow water pump, alloy multi-core radiator and twin high-power cooling fans
• Prop shaft by Alan Hassel Racing Engineers
• Five-clip rear end setup, all rose-jointed, with Detroit Locker differential and Strange shafts
• Adjustable coil-over suspension
• Anti-flip rear stabiliser bar

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