PICS: The Jack Calori '36 Ford coupe, originally completed in 1948, is among the best of the early customs.

As background, Calori, a Lynwood/Long Beach police officer, bought the car to tow an early Ford roadster. The sleek look, generally attributed to Harry Westergard, in northern California, was done by a talented LA-area metal man named Herb Reneau. Calori reportedly traded it in on a new '50 Mercury and it changed hands many times, later. In late 2018, it sold at a Mecum auction to Scott Gillen, for $407,000. 

I've always loved this car but wondered what it would look like without some of the added bits that were popular in the late 1940's, so I've treated it to a more current clean custom look. 

As found (and stunning):

Removal of several bumper trim bits and tucked bumpers:

Removal of the bumpers:

Even if you're not a custom car fan, you probably appreciate excellent craftsmanship. Please try to view it through this lens and share which rendition most appeals to you.

Thanks for your comments and....Enjoy!