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A 59AB flathead V8 was bored.060-inch over and stroked 1/8-inch by Adams Custom Engines in 1997, using a Mercury crankshaft, high-volume oil pump, hardened valve seats, and a Stromberg 97 carburetor to reach 292ci. The 1990s refurbishment also included cream-and-black refinishing, a replacement differential in 1996, and a three-speed manual fitted with an 11-inch clutch disc. Previously listed on Bring a Trailer in September 2026, bidding reached $15,800 without meeting the reserve.
Strengths
- Documented 1990s refurbishment
- Adams Custom Engines flathead build
- Cream-and-black finish with matching wire wheels
- Three-speed manual with 11-inch clutch disc
Watch For
- Total mileage is unknown
- No headliner or cabin heater

