2007 marks the 75th anniversary of the 1932 Ford, a milestone car that combined the engineering innovation of Henry Ford – in the form of the first mass-produced V8 engine – with the styling sophistication of his son Edsel Ford. Nicknamed the "Deuce," the '32 Ford later became the quintessential hot rod – a symbol of youthful automotive enthusiasm and American ingenuity.

As part of Ford Motor Company's anniversary activities, ten of today's premier hot rod builders were invited to produce pedal car versions of their personal style of hot rod. Each builder started with a special edition "75th anniversary" 1932 Ford roadster pedal car, donated by Warehouse 36. These ten, one-of-kind customized collectables, signed by Edsel B. Ford II, will be auctioned – with the proceeds divided between the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) and the charity of choice of each builder. The auction will take place at:

RM Auctions' The Monterey Sports and Classic Car Auction
August 17 and 18, 2007
Portola Plaza Hotel on Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, California
Bidding by telephone and online will be available