FLATBED FURY

The EV Reinvention of a 1947 COE

TIM CACHELIN

IN Scottsdale, Arizona, Dennis and Beth Kilpatrick's 1947 Ford COE is an impressive exercise in “what-if” and “why-not.” Dubbed the COEV, this build blends cuttingedge electric power with a distinctive rat-rod aesthetic, culminating in a unique vehicle that's as functional as it is eccentric. The transformation of this vintage cab-over-engine truck was no small feat. With over 1,000 hours of meticulous craftsmanship, Mark Scalpone and the team at Vintage Iron and Restoration brought their client's vision to life, infusing personal and thematic touches into every corner of the build. Designed for Dennis, an eye surgeon, the truck includes surgical cues such as visible “stitches” where the cab was chopped and surgical tools placed in the switch gear of the transformer mounted to the bed. ”It's not just a truck; it's…

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EV Builder Guide (Digital) - 1 Issue, Spring 2025

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