Vehicle Description
This 1940 Ford Coupe is very likely the exact image your mind
conjures up if you were to close your eyes and think "customized
vintage '40s classic". It represents the kind of excellence that so
many builds aspire to but relatively few achieve. Equally
well-planned and executed, it combines an awesome look with an
impressive number of daily driver amenities, for a car you'll be
ecstatic to drive when you're not staring at it, trance-like, in
your garage.
Curb appeal does not come in any greater quantity than what you'll
find here. The way the hood tapers to the nose in between the two
generously proportioned front fenders creates an almost art-deco
effect and the forward incline of the aggressive grille in front
gives this Coupe the appearance that it's so anxious to get out and
hit the road, it's actually leaning into it. The Black Cherry paint
is a great choice for a car of this era - it's got a decidedly
aftermarket "custom" vibe to it, but it doesn't pull focus from the
outstanding shape of the car. Notice how that front windshield
comes to a V in its center, with no steel post between the sides.
All those inspired touches are in fine form, too - the black cherry
hue has a nice even shine and great clearcoat, the panels are very
well-fitted and the clean glass you see on all four sides is
surrounded by equally fresh rubber seals.
Inside, you'll find a gray cloth interior that's super plush and
comfortable and features a lot of great touches. The well-padded
bench seat shows some serious artistry with its unusually detailed
stitching, contoured shape and integrated fold-down armrest.
There's all kinds of head and shoulder room here, even for larger
proportioned occupants. Looking forward, you'll find an assortment
of aftermarket VDO gauges sitting inside a fresh expanse of brushed
aluminum to keep tabs on the functions that matter, and the
contrast between cluster and the surrounding dash is a striking
one. In back, the amply-proportioned trunk is in great condition,
lined by an unstained expanse of gray carpeting and featuring all
kinds of room - even between the substantial wheel wells added to
accommodate a set of massive rear tires. The A/C system is in
optimal form, ready to keep occupants nice and comfortable via four
well-placed registers on the dash. Just above, an AM/FM/CD player
sits front and center to provide your personal motoring soundtrack.
A truly awesome interior.
This is one vintage coupe configured to be as roadworthy as it is
gawk-worthy. Sure, there's no doubt that with its magnetic
presence, this car could do some serious damage at shows, but it's
built for enjoyable driving, as well. Under the substantial hood
sits a Chevy 350 V8, outfitted with a 4-barrel Edelbrock carb and
some nice chrome add-ons, including the power steering pump, air
cleaner and radiator hose. It's a fresh-sounding healthy engine,
firing right up and idling smoothly and so, paired up with its
4-speed automatic overdrive transmission, maintaining highway
speeds will be a low-RPM endeavor. Wilwood disc brakes have been
installed on all four corners, so your stopping power will be
well-looked after. This truly inspired classic coupe sits on a set
of 15" steel rims, outfitted with Kelly Metric radials in front and
massive Hoosier tires in back.
Looking for that rare vintage coupe combining killer looks with an
exceptional roadworthiness that'll bring a smile to your face? You
have to check out this 1940 Ford Coupe. Call today!