1940 FORD DELUXE BUSINESS COUPE
1940 FORD DELUXE BUSINESS COUPE
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1940 FORD DELUXE BUSINESS COUPE
High Bidder: MLB
Highest Bid: $25,500 (USD)
End Date:
Location:
North Andover, Massachusetts 01845
Seller:
Engine:
221 cid
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
22,193 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
185341793
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
47806521
Location:
North Andover, Massachusetts 01845
Seller:
Engine:
221 cid
Transmission:
Manual
Odometer:
22,193 (Mi)
Chassis/VIN:
185341793
Carfax:
Not available
Lot Number:
47806521
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If a bid is placed within the last minute of an auction, an additional minute is added to ensure all bidders have a fair chance to bid. Bid carefully. Please complete your vehicle due-diligence prior to bidding. Bids are binding and by placing your bid you agree to our User Agreement and Privacy Policy.
OVERVIEW
This restored 1940 Ford Deluxe Business Coupe, aka "Opera Coupe," is powered by a 221cid flathead V8 backed by a three-speed manual transmission. Features include new 16-inch wheels, new whitewall tires, folding rear jump seats, a clock, and an alternator conversion. Finished in plum purple over a beige tweed interior, this Ford comes from the selling dealer with additional parts, an owner’s manual, a 1940 Ford guidebook, and a clear title.
EXTERIOR – FEATURES
During the restoration, the exterior of this Business Coupe (model code 01A-67B) was refinished in plum purple. Features include chrome bumpers, Deluxe headlight rings and grille, a manual cowl vent, dual rearview mirrors, a roof-mounted antenna, and a chrome fuel cap.
EXTERIOR - WHEELS AND TIRES
A set of new body-color 16-inch steel wheels with chrome hubcaps and trim is wrapped in new Diamond Back Auburn whitewall bias-ply tires.
INTERIOR – FEATURES
The cabin is furnished with a beige tweed front bench seat and Business Coupe folding rear jump seats surrounded by tan tweed door panels and trim. Features include manual windows and steering and a steering column-mounted manual transmission shifter.
INTERIOR – GAUGES
A 100-mph speedometer and gauges for the fuel level, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and battery are located ahead of the driver. A clock is located in the glove box door. The odometer reads 22,193 miles, but the true mileage on this vehicle is unknown.
ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION
Power is provided by a 221cid flathead V8 and backed by a three-speed manual transmission. Engine bay features include Edelbrock finned aluminum heads, chrome acorn-style head bolts, a chrome remote oil filter housing, a six-volt alternator conversion, and a chrome air cleaner housing. The selling dealer states that the fluids were serviced in 2023.
UNDERCARRIAGE
This Ford was factory-equipped with a solid front axle, a solid rear drive axle, and a closed driveline. Braking is provided by manual drums. A dual exhaust system exits at the rear. The selling dealer states that the front leaf springs have been refurbished and a leaf has been added to improve the ride quality and ride height.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The dealer will include a spare starter motor, a new crab-style distributor cap, an owner’s manual, and a 1940 Ford guidebook as part of the sale.
BID: $25,500
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Sorry I only found this Ford today....AS out of pocket through tomorrow, probably can's be back for the auction. MER
@Downird – Appears to be some serious paint scratches on the drivers side. Can you elaborate on overall paint condition as well as prior body work ( filler) . Any history of the paint code/recipe for repairs? ...
Paint is a 9.5 out of 10 Reflections off the road are what you are seeing. Sorry do not know the paint code and we have receipts for the work done by the current owner but not sure about previous receipts.. Thanks
@Sjbomb – Is the car all steel? When was it restored? ...
I pushed the inappropriate link in error sorry.. Anyway, it is all steel and the car was painted in Florida about 15 years ago. Since the restoration never driven in the winter or on the roads up North here. Thanks
@Fherstek – Any info on the body scratches. Drivers side. Estimate of repair. ty ...
Hi there. There are no scratches on the car at all the paint is perfect. What I think you are seeing is the reflection of the road on the door. Thanks
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Any info on the body scratches. Drivers side. Estimate of repair. ty
Is the car all steel? When was it restored?
Appears to be some serious paint scratches on the drivers side. Can you elaborate on overall paint condition as well as prior body work ( filler) . Any history of the paint code/recipe for repairs?