1940 Ford Deluxe Street Rod Coupe — Red Metallic 5.0-Powered Traditional Cruiser

The 1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe stands among the most beloved shapes in the American street rod hobby — a rolling sculpture of flowing fenders, teardrop headlights, and that unmistakable fastback profile. This handsome example honors that timeless silhouette while delivering the everyday drivability enthusiasts crave, thanks to a completely rebuilt fuel-era Ford small block tucked neatly into a clean, well-detailed engine bay. Finished in eye-catching Red Metallic and accented with tasteful pinstriping by “The Bandit” of CT, it’s a coupe built to be driven, enjoyed, and admired at every cruise night.

This is an honest street rod with genuine mechanical substance beneath the paint. The rebuilt 5.0L HO breathes through 1965 289 closed-chamber heads and an Edelbrock induction package, backed by a slick-shifting T-5 five-speed with a Hurst short-throw. Slide into the T-Bird power leather buckets, take hold of the custom wood wheel, and enjoy the terrific sound of the dual exhaust as it barks through chrome straight tips. For the enthusiast seeking a solid, well-sorted classic with real driver appeal — and a bit of honest patina to personalize — this ’40 Deluxe deserves a close look.

Engine & Drivetrain

Completely rebuilt and customized 1988 Ford Mustang 5.0L HO V8, bored .030 over on a roller cam block
Keith Black flat-top pistons with resized connecting rods and ARP rod bolts for a durable, performance-minded rotating assembly
Comp Cams 280° Magnum hydraulic flat tappet cam — .512″ lift intake and exhaust, 110° lobe separation angle
1965 289 closed-chamber cylinder heads (54cc chambers) with Small Block Chevy 1.94″ intake and 1.6″ exhaust valves
Crane full-roller aluminum rocker arms, one-piece chrome-moly pushrods, and Comp Cams valve springs
Edelbrock Performer intake manifold topped by a 600 CFM Edelbrock carburetor with electric choke
MAC custom-made 1-5/8″ shorty headers feeding a great-sounding dual exhaust with chrome straight tips
Melling high-volume oil pump, one-piece rear main seal, and stock 87–93 5.0 HO dual-sump oil pan
1965 Mustang 289 large spark plugs and Edelbrock valve covers with matching chrome air cleaner cover
Rebuilt T-5 Borg Warner 5-speed manual from a 1984 5.0L Mustang, fitted with a Hurst short-throw shifter
1984 Monte Carlo 10-bolt rear end with 3.73 axle ratio (non-Posi)

Exterior

Attractive Red Metallic finish that shows nicely and suits the coupe’s classic lines
Tasteful pinstriping by “The Bandit” of CT adding a genuine custom touch
Honest note: some paint imperfections on the trunk lid and roof as shown, most likely due to improper prep before application
All body panels are solid, straight, and line up nicely
Trim, chrome, and badging all intact and in very good to excellent condition

Interior

Front power leather bucket seats sourced from a later-model Thunderbird — honest condition, showing wear and needing attention
Custom wood steering wheel for a warm, traditional feel behind the dash
Aftermarket VDO gauge cluster for clear, dependable monitoring
Mac Tools tachometer mounted above the dash and an aftermarket water gauge mounted beneath
Older carpeting throughout — a straightforward area to refresh to taste
Trunk release conveniently located behind the seat as shown
GM steering column for familiar, easy operation

Chassis & Running Gear

Power steering for light, comfortable maneuvering
Complete brake system sourced from 1978–1981 Chevy Malibu — drums, rotors, calipers, wheel cylinders, pads, and shoes
1965 Mustang 4-core radiator for confident cooling on warm-weather drives
Very clean undercarriage that reflects careful assembly and maintenance
Great-sounding dual exhaust exiting the rear with chrome straight tips

Wheels & Tires

Chrome American Racing wheels in excellent condition for a timeless street rod stance
Wrapped in newer Goodyear Wrangler tires with plenty of life remaining

Additional Info

Trunk compartment is clean and solid with carpeting and sound-deadening material added
Full spare mounted on a rim with jack equipment included
Overall a very nice Ford that runs, drives, and handles very well — and sounds terrific
An honest, driver-focused street rod with real mechanical substance and room to personalize
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