1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe

This Iconic 1940 Ford Deluxe Swings in Rare Original Trim

In 1940, World War II loomed ever larger, and the people of the US were doing their best to stay out of the conflict. It would take the horrors of Pearl Harbor to tip the scales, but that was in the unknown future. In the meantime, music from Tommy Dorsey, Bing Crosby, and Glenn MIller, to mention just a few, kept folks swinging.

The 1940 Ford Deluxe arrived on the scene during this momentous season of world history and shouldered the burden with confidence. Looking fast even parked, the iconic curves and swells of the '40 Ford came to represent an entire era. The Ford flathead V8 enjoyed the advantages of a sidevalve engine: simple, reliable, inexpensive, compact, and good power at low speed. The engine was popular among hot rodders in the fifties, and remains famous among classic car enthusiasts even today.

Many Fords from 1937 to 1940 were turned into hot rods, chopped and dropped, fenders adjusted, suspension changed. As a result, it's unusual to find such a pristine example that hearkens so well back to the original. Original-style suspension, bias ply tires, flathead V8 crackling through the dual exhaust, three-on-the-tree, freshened- but not overhauled-interior--this car will take you all the way back to the pre-war years.

Hop in this sporty 1940 Ford Deluxe, accept some coaching on how to start it, and you're off! She goes through the gears nice and smooth. Call Art & Speed at (901) 850-0507 right now, because you never know what the future holds. Financing available.

MECHANICAL

• 221 ci Flathead Ford V-8 Engine
• Single Two-Barrel Carburetor
• Three-on-the-Tree Three Speed Manual Transmission
• Divided Side-by-Side Radiators
• Mechanical Fan
• Six-Volt Electrical System
• Oil Bath Air Cleaner

CHASSIS

• Factory Original Manual Steering
• Factory Original Style Four Drum Brakes
• Factory Original Monoleaf Front Springs
• Factory Original Knuckle-Style Shock Absorbers
• 6.00 x 16" BF Goodrich Silvertown White Wall Tires
• 16" Red Steel Wheels with Chrome Beauty Ring
• Chrome Hubcaps with Red Lettering "Ford Deluxe"
• Full Dual Exhaust
• Chrome Fuel Filler Cap on Driver's Side Rear Fender
• Full Size White Wall Spare Tire
• Jack and Lug Wrench

EXTERIOR

• Two-Door, Five-Window Coupe
• Glossy Black Finish
• Excellent Chrome: Bumpers, Trim, Grill, Door Handles, Mirrors, Lenses
• Split Windshield in Excellent Condition
• Split Rear Window in Excellent Condition
• Excellent Running Boards

INTERIOR

• Tan Velour Bench Seat with Split Fold-Forward Back
• Tan Door Liners and Headliner in Great Condition
• Tan Vinyl Wrapped Original Steering Wheel
• Burgundy Dash
• Gauges: Fuel, Water Temp, Speedometer, Oil Pressure, Battery Voltage
• Analog Clock in Glove Box Door
• Driver and Passenger Side Ash Trays in Dash
• In Dash Center Radio Speaker
• Cigarette Lighter
• Manual Choke Pull Handle
• Wing Windows
• Manual Windows
• Big, Roomy Trunk

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