Vehicle Description
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
http://www.artandspeed.com/finance 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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