EUSTIS, Fla. – As law enforcement widens its fraud investigation into an auto dealer who specializes in hot rods and classic cars, the business owner has filed for bankruptcy protection.

At the same time, the car dealer’s sprawling Lake County property is being converted into an events venue for weddings and other special occasions.

FSD Hot Rod Ranch bought and sold vintage vehicles until it abruptly closed last fall. FSD stands for “Father, Son, Daughter,” according to an archived copy of the company’s now-defunct website.

Federal authorities and the Eustis Police Department are investigating FSD Hot Rod Ranch for potential fraud and financial crimes, News 6 first reported last year.

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