540-Powered 1934 Ford Coupe

OVERVIEW

This 1934 Ford coupe is a custom build with a Gibbon fiberglass body that rides on Eagle coil-overs and draws power from a 540ci big-block V8 powertrain. The Dart engine was built by Motor Machine Super Shop of Carmichael, California at a reported cost of $32,500 and incorporates Hilborn electronic fuel injection, a hydraulic roller cam, and performance headers. Power is routed through a Turbo 400 three-speed automatic transmission equipped with a Gear Vendors overdrive unit. Enhancements include a chrome steering column, power windows, and a power-operated rear rumble seat. Finished in yellow over a two-tone leather and vinyl interior with flame accents, this Ford comes with a hood, side panels, build invoices, documentation, and a clear title.

EXTERIOR - FEATURES

The exterior consists of a yellow Gibbon fiberglass body, an exposed engine bay, a chopped roofline, rear-hinged doors, and a power-operated rear rumble seat. Brightwork highlights the headlight housings, grille and radiator shell, mirror caps, and side-exit exhaust outlets. The seller notes that all of the glass was replaced in 2021.

EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES

Five-spoke aluminum wheels are fitted with staggered-width Cooper front and Nitto rear tires.

INTERIOR - FEATURES

The interior has a two-person bench seat with two-tone ivory and yellow leather and vinyl upholstery, offset by orange perimeter piping. The door panels display a flame pattern in the same color scheme. Amenities include an Alpine AM/FM/CD head unit with six speakers, power windows, and a banjo steering wheel. An air conditioning system has been installed, but it is currently not connected for full operation. According to the seller, a padded roll bar has been added to the cabin.

INTERIOR - GAUGES

The VDO instrumentation includes a 120-mph speedometer, a 7,000-rpm tachometer, and gauges for the fuel level, voltage, coolant temperature, and oil pressure. The five-digit odometer shows 24,124 miles; the seller states the vehicle has accrued 5,500 miles since the build was completed.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

The 540ci big-block V8 Dart engine built by Motor Machine Super Shop received custom headers, Hilborn electronic fuel injection, and a hydraulic roller camshaft. Engine output is reportedly 600 horsepower and is sent to the Ford nine-inch rear end via a Turbo 400 three-speed automatic transmission with Gear Vendors overdrive. The video below shows the car idling and revving.

UNDERCARRIAGE

The frame has been powder-coated. The front-end architecture is from Heidts and the vehicle rides on Eagle coilovers. Stopping is performed by four-wheel disc brakes.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

This Ford coupe previously appeared on AutoHunter in July 2021, but it is now being relisted at a lower reserve price. The sale includes a hood, side panels, build invoices, and documentation. Photos of the trophies the car has won can be found in the gallery to the right, but the seller notes that the trophies will not come with the vehicle.