1940 Ford Coupe Custom Restomod on 2005 Chevrolet SSR Chassis

This one-of-one 1940 Ford Coupe pairs classic Ford styling with the engineering and comfort of a 2005 Chevrolet SSR. The build took thousands of hours of engineering, fabrication, and bodywork. It rides on a complete SSR chassis and drivetrain, powered by a factory-stock 400-horsepower LS2 6.0L V8 showing just 6,095 original miles and backed by a 4L65E automatic. The all-steel body has been widened more than six inches, chopped approximately six inches, shaved of trim, and finished in deep, show-quality dual-stage Black. Inside, a full SSR interior transplant finished by Twin City Upholstery adds power heated seats, electronic climate control, and a premium DVD stereo. With Ridetech air ride, four-wheel power disc brakes with ABS, and a fully detailed undercarriage, it is a modern grand touring machine with the presence to stand out at any national show.

Engine & Transmission

2005 Chevrolet SSR Gen IV LS2 6.0L V8
400 horsepower
6,095 original miles
Factory-stock engine for proven reliability
Custom engine cover
4L65E automatic transmission
External transmission cooler
SSR 8.6″ rear axle
3.73 gears

Exterior

All-steel 1940 Ford Coupe body
Widened more than 6″ down the center
Chopped approximately 6″
Rear fenders welded into the body
Laser-straight panels with precise panel gaps
Shaved door handles, moldings, and trim
Custom molded Mini Cooper headlights in the front fenders
Victory motorcycle taillights molded into the rear
Show-quality dual-stage Black paint, wet sanded and buffed
Custom-fabricated tinted glass with rubber-mounted seals and no exterior moldings
Original SSR wheels: 19″ front, 20″ rear
Goodyear Eagle RS-A tires

Interior

SSR dashboard, gauges, steering column, and steering wheel
SSR center console, switches, and controls
SSR seating
Remaining interior handcrafted by Twin City Upholstery
Power heated seats
Electronic climate control
Cruise control
Power windows and power locks
Remote trunk release
Premium DVD stereo system
Ridetech air ride controls integrated into the dash
Hidden emergency releases
Fully upholstered leather trunk
Removable trunk panel for access to Ridetech components
Cadillac-style power cinch trunk latch

Suspension & Chassis

Complete 2005 Chevrolet SSR chassis
Frame fully disassembled, smoothed, sanded, painted, polished, and reassembled
SSR independent front suspension with double A-arms
Five-link rear suspension
Ridetech air suspension with driver-controlled airbags at all four corners
All wearable suspension components replaced with new parts from the original GM supplier
Four-wheel power disc brakes with factory ABS
Traction control