Mattel’s version of the Classic ’32 Ford Vicky was based on the 1932 Ford Victoria Model B.  The 1932 Ford Coupe is the holy grail of hot rods. Better known as "the Deuce," it's the car every hot-rodder wants. Roadsters and coupes are especially prized, but any Deuce will do.

       

The 1932 Ford changed the automobile industry forever. It combined the simplicity for which Henry Ford's creations had become famous with a lean, handsome body that reflected the taste of Edsel Ford, Henry's eldest son. Most important, the '32 Ford introduced one of Henry Ford's most innovative efforts, an affordable V8 engine, which everyone called "the flathead," because it featured a side-valve cylinder head.  The '32 Ford was the perfect car for a nation in love with speed. It had a sturdy ladder frame with a stout, K-shape cross member, and the lightweight body could be easily lightened further by stripping away the fenders. And the Deuce's V8 engine was easy to modify to make more power.

    
Mattel's Vicky even duplicated the Victoria's Front Open Shock Suspension.

Although the car did become famous long before Mattel introduced it into their second year lineup in 1969.  Bank Robbers such as Bonnie and Clyde used a 1932 Deuce Coupe.  While the 1932 Ford Victoria V-8 was a particular favorite of John Dillinger, who was completely enamored by its top speed of 81 mph.  His personal car was a 1933 Ford Essex and he also upgraded his Victoria to the 1933 Ford Deluxe, pictured below, all of which were variations on the '32.