Vehicle Description
Turning a business coupe into a street machine is sure to turn
heads, but when it's done on something as distinctively different
as a 1940 Dodge Deluxe, then you know it leaves a lasting
impression. In fact, the hot rod style exterior is backed up by
performance enhancements like a 440 V8 and four-wheel disc brakes.
And while the exterior has a road warrior kind of vibe, you'll be
impressed at the investment that makes the interior so
comfortable.
The business coupes have the ideal proportions for a full custom
treatment. We love the way the short passenger cab also has a long
slope that becomes part of the extra-long trunk. It makes for one
of the most graceful styles ever to hit the road. So it's quite fun
to contrast this elegance with more brutal speed elements like the
louvered hood, nerf bar front bumpers, and full side pipes. The
matte black paint goes ideally with this attitude. It just has a
mean hot rod style with a hasty street-ready application. So it
looks quite cool right now, but you could also easily upgrade this
finish to fit with a more traditional attitude. After all, the
windshield sunshade, rear fender skirts, and distinct front trim
that leads to the unique grille are all part of a classic style
that would look good in a high gloss respray. And no matter how you
choose to enjoy this Dodge, there are useful cruiser details, like
how the classic wheels with two-piece trim can also hold modern
touring tires.
The interior continues this custom's true cruiser feeling. This is
a custom two-tone tan and beige that is intertwined on the seats
door panels, and headliner. Even the large trunk is done to match.
Your first impression might just be a nice classic and clean
classic, but then you can start to see plenty of well-integrated
upgrades. For example, the classic-style radio is really a modern
AM/FM stereo with Bluetooth, and the stock Dodge steering wheel is
now on a tit column. Plus, the tall Lokar shifter and full
AutoMeter readouts give this the right touch of street machine
vibe.
Butterfly hoods are always fun to open at car shows, and we love
the hint of copper in the engine bay that matches the wheels. But
the real attraction under the hood is Mopar's mighty 440 cubic-inch
V8. It's built for power with a Suit 750 four-barrel carburetor, an
Edelbrock aluminum intake, and ceramic-coated headers feeding the
side pipes. There are also good supporting components, like a large
electric fan, good plug wires, and the battery in the trunk for
good weight distribution. The true cruiser nature is revealed when
you look underneath, this includes upgrades like the Volare
independent front end, rear traction bars, and a limited-slip rear
diff. Add in the A727 Torqueflite three-speed automatic
transmission, power steering, and upgraded four-wheel power disc
brakes, and you can see how this coupe is quite easy to enjoy.
The sale comes complete with impressive paperwork like the original
bill of sale, registration receipts, owner's card, and more. So no
matter if you want a rat rod style or a sleek custom coupe on the
outside, the comfy interior, big power, proper driving upgrades,
and nice history means this one is impressive for whatever way you
choose to enjoy this Dodge. Call today!!!
