Vehicle Description
This one is a real must see!! Has to many custom options to mention
and is ready for you to show off at your next car show, sure to
bring home some awards!With the war in Europe a reality, the
American economic engine began to pick up speed. Production of
goods for Europe and increased focus on armaments bumped U.S. auto
sales by 30 percent. Chrysler was handicapped by an eight-week
strike at the end of 1939 but still gained 42 percent overall. On a
sadder note, Walter P. Chrysler died on August 18, 1940.The 1940
Plymouth sales rose 45.5 percent to 430,208 units and the
third-place manufacturer only missed number two Ford by 90,000
units. DeSoto rose 57.2 percent and Chrysler almost 71 percent
climbing from 12th to ninth place. Dodge managed a 21 percent
increase but slipped from fifth to seventh place.The 1940 Plymouths
resembled the 1939 models, but the frames were significantly
redesigned and strengthened. The wheelbase was stretched to 117
inches; front wheels moved back four inches and rear wheels 7.5
inches. That moved the rear seat ahead of the rear axle, and
interior space increased by 10 cubic feet. The rear door was no
longer cut out for the fender, so access was easier.Long-wheelbase
cars were now a whopping 137 inches between the wheels and a new
3-speed, helical-gear transmission enabled a flat floor on all
models. Both 1940 Plymouth P9 Roadking and P10 Deluxe models
featured column gear shifting.The full-length hood stretched to the
cowl, front door hinges were concealed, front fenders were
flattened and the headlights (now sealed beams) moved outwards. The
sedans glass area increased 23 percent, with a one-piece rear
window. With the Rumble Seat deleted, the Coupes passenger
compartment was moved forward, permitting a rear seat and
increasing trunk space.Running boards were optional on Deluxe
models, and if they were omitted a bright strip was fitted and a
rear fender stone shield, to emphasize the difference. Trunk hinges
were concealed on all models but the Coupe and Convertible.
Broadcloth or mohair was available for closed cars. Leather was
optional but it was standard on convertibles. The convertible frame
was beefed up which raised the rear floor, so that running boards
were recommended but could be deleted.Plymouths reliable 201.3
cubic inch six-cylinder engine was refined with what was called a
superfinish process and horsepower was raised to 84hp, or 87hp with
a high compression head. A new All Weather Air Control System
combined heating and defrosting.The 1940 Plymouth P9 Roadking was
built in five body styles and a bare chassis was offered. The 1940
Plymouth P10 Deluxe model offered eight body styles, plus two bare
chassis. The PT105 Commercial line continued to offer the
Dodge-based -ton pickup and the cab and chassis. An ambulance
option was available in the Commercial line and could be applied to
Roadking and Deluxe models. All vehicles are subject to a
reconditioning fee of up to $2000 for all qualifying vehicles.Sales
tax in your County title and tags not included in vehicle prices
shown and must be paid by the purchaser. While great effort is made
to ensure the accuracy of the information on this site errors do
occur. Please confirm availabilityof vehicle. So please verify
information with a custom service representative. This is easily
done calling us or visiting us at the dealership.716-886-1626Please
visitsafercar.orgto verify if this car has any open recalls.
