1940 FORD CUSTOM PICKUP

OVERVIEW

This 1940 Ford pickup is powered by a 350ci V8 mated to a three-speed Turbo Hydra-matic 350 automatic transmission. Finished in Screaming Yellow over a gray fabric and synthetic leather interior, this frame-off restored Ford is now offered by the seller with the stock front axle and springs, receipts, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Underwent frame-off restoration by previous owner
• Custom interior and frame
• Performance-enhanced driveline 
• Upgraded undercarriage components 

Ownership History                                                                           

• Offered by a private seller
• Current location: Indiana 

EXTERIOR

• Screaming Yellow paint 
  • 1999 Ford Mustang color
• Fiberglass front and rear fenders and running boards
  • Modified with 1939 Ford headlights 
• Wood bed
• Removable steamer trunk 
• Power antenna 
• Split windshield 
• Dual chrome side mirrors

Updates

• Exterior has been changed from the original color 

WHEELS AND TIRES                                                                                   

• 15-inch Wheelsmith custom powder-coated smoothie-style wheels 
• Staggered-width BFGoodrich Advantage radial tires 
  • 185/65 front
  • 225/70 rear  

INTERIOR

• Gray fabric and synthetic leather upholstery 
• Aftermarket bench seat 
• Heater
• Floor-mounted automatic shifter
• Aftermarket Lecarra steering wheel 
• Aftermarket kick panel speakers 
• Roof-mounted aftermarket stereo 

INSTRUMENTS

• Gauges
  • 120-mph speedometer
  • Oil pressure
  • Temperature
  • Voltage
  • Fuel
• Odometer shows 23,910 miles
  • Title reads mileage-exempt
  • Titled as a 1940 Ford F-1

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• 350ci V8
  • Roller rockers
  • Edelbrock AVS2 four-barrel carburetor 
  • Edelbrock Performer RPM intake manifold
  • Powder-coated headers

Transmission

• Three-speed Turbo Hydra-matic 350 automatic

Service History Highlights 

• Original engine and transmission have been replaced 
• Oil and filter were changed 128 miles ago 
• Battery has been relocated to underneath the bed 

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST                                                                                                                                           

• Custom frame 
• Eight-inch rear end
• Lowered suspension
  • Pete & Jake's front drop arms
  • Super Slide springs with rear blocks
• Pete & Jake's front caliper brackets 
• Power front disc brakes 
• Single-exit exhaust system 

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• This Ford is said to be free from any substantial imperfections

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Receipts 
• Stock front axle and springs 

VIDEO

• Seller has included a video that shows a start-up and walk-around inspection, which can be seen below 

**VIN NOTICE: THIS VEHICLE CURRENTLY HAS A VIN THAT MAY – DEPENDING ON THE STATE OF REGISTRATION – REQUIRE THE BUYER TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED AND BE SUBJECT TO A STATE-ISSUED VIN AND/OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS OF THAT STATE

AUTOHUNTER ADMIN UPDATE 5/13/2026 8:44 AM PST: This listing has been updated to reflect that this vehicle has aftermarket, fiberglass front and rear fenders and running boards, and has also been modified with 'teardrop' headlights from a 1939 Ford

AUTOHUNTER ADMIN UPDATE 5/18/2026 8:33 AM PST: Seller has uploaded additional vehicle photos to the gallery