What we have here is a beautiful 1940 Ford Deluxe Hotrod Coupe restored period correct as a traditional late 50's-60's California Hot Rod. She is finished with 10 coats of R-M Ebony Black lacquer paint on the body which is complemented by its one of a kind interior; black diamond pleated, button tufted upholstery seat and door panels. The headliner was also redone along with new black pile carpeting (cab and trunk). She has the original factory finish…
What we have here is a beautiful 1940 Ford Deluxe Hotrod Coupe restored period correct as a traditional late 50’s-60’s California Hot Rod. She is finished with 10 coats of R-M Ebony Black lacquer paint on the body which is complemented by its one of a kind interior; black diamond pleated, button tufted upholstery seat and door panels. The headliner was also redone along with new black pile carpeting (cab and trunk). She has the original factory finish on dashboard and steering wheel. Overall this car is stunning and a solid #2 on anyone’s scale.
This 1940 Ford Deluxe Hotrod Coupe is powered by a 300hp 1965 Corvette 327 cu.in. motor with power pack heads. Induction is handled by a Carter AFB 4 barrel with Corvette intake manifold. Exhaust has custom headers with functional 14″ lake plugs and Smitty 22″ steel pack mufflers. Transmission is a 3 speed Ford box and a Ford rear end. The engine adapter is Hildebrandt with Hurst front saddle mount.
This car has many features some of which are:
– Font end: 5.5″ Dago axle (drop forged I beam).
– 4 tube shock absorbers with special tube shock kits (front and rear).
– Front tires 6.40 15″ 4 ply bias.
– Rear tires 7.60 15″ 4 ply bias.
– Instrumentation: Stewart Warner (Oil pressure, ammeter, vacuum, water temp).
– 0 to 8500 electric tach and sending unit.
Modifications include:
– Chrome interior garnish moldings
– Chrome steering column and hand brake assembly
– Chrome license plate brackets (front and rear),
– Chrome hood hinges and springs,
– Chrome door and trunk latches,
– Chrome ashtrays,
– Chrome exhaust pencil tips,
– Shaved bumpers (front and rear),
– Unbranded baby moons
– Chrome bumper brackets (front and rear),
– 12 volt electrical system.
– 1948 Mercury 15″ steel wheels.
– 100% U.S. Bethlehem steel,
Street and show ready this car is looking for a new owner. The vehicle is well respected and was featured in a photo spread in “The Rodder’s Journal” #6 and #29. Completely rust free the original home of the car was Sacramento, California with
Club affiliation Sacramento Thunderbolts and Cal-Neva timing, NHRA/SCTA.
This car is absolutely beautiful and causes crowds everywhere it goes. From the truly excellent paint work to the trim, the unique interior, the chrome and running gear, this car is outstanding. You don’t often see cars of this quality coming to market so if it interests you, call to make an appointment to view.