Like a magician, this car has got a few tricks up its sleeve! Supercharged 350 V8! Overdrive transmission! Air conditioning! Modern suspension! Meticulous body off frame restoration! Pay close attention to the details here. This retro rod looks pretty stock at a glance but dig deeper and discover it's a high quality custom hot rod that is begging to be driven anywhere!
EXTERIOR: All steel body, fenders etc. This is an original 1940 Ford, not a reproduction. It is 100% laser beam .....
straight and smooth as glass. The paint was applied with expert detail the polished to a highly reflective finish. All the panels fit wonderfully, and their alignment is point on with gaps that are superb. The doors close easily with minimal effort and retain their original style handles. The cowl vent is still functional and opens easily with a lever under the dash. All the trim looks fantastic, it is straight and shiny. Custom headlight bezels have turn signals nicely built in. The bumpers have a sharp gleaming reflection that rivals a mirror. All the glass was replaced as well as the rubber seals. The welting between the fenders was also replaced. The Chevron taillights and Ford script tailpipes are gorgeous and original to this style car. The front grille is elegant and beautiful. It has the ideal stance and is sitting on a set of body color painted steel rims with a polished lip and poverty style hubcaps that have the V8 logo. They are wrapped in BFGoodrich Traction T/A Radial tires.
INTERIOR: The door jambs are very nice and the weatherstrips were replaced. It has fresh looking, original style door panels with power windows switches hidden in the original style window cranks. 5.5" speakers were added to each door. The refinished dash has a/c vents where the ashtrays would have been originally, and there is one tucked behind the original speaker grille as well. Turn signals were added to the steering column. It also has reproduction factory looking gauges with a very nostalgic and beautiful font. With just under 8,500 on the odometer this car is a proven driver. Faux wood grain on the inside window trim was beautifully executed. A modern stereo was also neatly incorporated, as well as original style knobs to control the heater and air conditioning. A boost gauge and mini tachometer are concealed in the glove box. The square loop carpeting is the original style but was replaced and looks fresh. The front bench seat was recovered in glove soft leather, as well as the 2 rear fold down jump seats. Also, the rear walls are covered in leather with 2 6x9 speakers built in. The headliner and sun visors have also been recovered. The rearview mirror was replaced. It does have the original style steering wheel, and one more trick up it's sleeve. The original "3 on the tree" has been modified to work with the 200R4 overdrive automatic transmission. It also has its original style ignition with a key to lock out the "on/off" switch plus a push button start.
ENGINE COMPARTMENT: The engine bay is very subtle looking with lots of black parts, but it has a huge surprise. The 350 V8 engine is topped off with a B&M Forced Induction supercharger! We rebuilt the Holley dual feed carburetor with electric choke. It was also upgraded with an HEI ignition and even the exhaust manifolds are coated. Everything looks so fresh and clean. The original style horns are just too cool. A fresh Walker radiator and big electronic fan keeps everything cool. Speaking of cool, the builder also added an a/c compressor on top of power steering and power brakes too. All the hoses, belts and wires look fresh, and the remaining engine bay metal was nicely painted body color.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: The underside of the trunk lid and jamb were neatly painted body color. Very nice square loop carpeting with a rubber trunk mat covering the floor. The battery has been concealed in an antique leather tool bag. That is just so cool, I've never seen that before. It also is equipped with a spare tire.
UNDERSIDE: Hard to believe this car has 8,500 miles, the bottom side looks like brand new. Up front has independent suspension, coilover shocks, a swaybar, plus rack & pinion steering. Out back it has fresh air shocks and fresh leaf springs. Every nut, bolt and line were replaced. It has power disc front brakes, and the master cylinder/booster is hidden underneath. The emergency brake is also hooked up. It has dual exhaust with stainless steel mufflers leading to period correct polished tips exiting under the rear bumper. The gas tank was replaced, and it was upgraded with a electronic external fuel pump. Looking up at the 350 V8 engine it is nice and clean with no visible leaks. The 200R4 Overdrive automatic transmission looks to have a fresh linkage and a deep pan too. That transfers the power through a custom driveshaft into a spotless ford 9" rear end. The body was off the frame for restoration and the floors are rust free, neatly painted semi-gloss black. The original frame is not even pitted, it was also prepped and painted.
SERVICE: Our shop manager thoroughly inspected this car and we rebuilt the carburetor, installed an electric choke, and replaced the fuel pump.
Custom builds of this quality don't last long here at the museum. This one is exceptional. If you think twice, just like a magician, this car will disappear before your eyes. Never to be seen again, in someone else's garage halfway across the country. Don't hesitate!
For nearly 30 years, I, Jay Grams, have personally written the highlights for almost every car in our collection. What I provide is my professional opinion based on my experience with these vehicles. However, opinions can vary, and I strongly recommend a personal inspection to form your own view. Our sales team is always available to answer any questions you may have. One great option is to request a personalized walk-around video, where we can showcase the car and share our team's insights. **Our cars are displayed within a museum setting. If you are interested in a specific vehicle, please schedule an appointment with a salesperson to view it. Without an appointment, there is an admission fee to enter the showroom. If you decide to purchase a car, your admission will be refunded, and you'll receive a one-year museum membership.
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Air conditioning
Power steering
Power disc brakes
Power windows
Factory style gauges
Additional gauges
Modern stereo
Genuine leather
Seatbelts
Jump seats
Finished trunk
Electric wipers
Dual mirrors
Turn signals
Cowl vent
Poverty hubcaps
Polished exhaust tips