The 1940 Ford Deluxe Street Rod is an absolute icon in the hot-rodding and custom car culture. Recognized for its distinctive deep vertical grille and teardrop headlights, it is one of the most sought-after pre-war body styles for modern performance upgrades.
While custom builds vary wildly, a high-quality 1940 Ford Street Rod typically features a mix of vintage aesthetics and modern components:
- Chassis: Boxed original frames or high-end aftermarket setups like Total Cost Involved (TCI) chassis.
- Powertrain: Most often upgraded to a modern Chevy 350 V8, Ford 302 V8, or high-horsepower LS engine, paired with automatic overdrive transmissions (like the TH700-R4 or AOD).
- Suspension: Independent front suspension (IFS), rack-and-pinion power steering, and a Ford 9-inch rear end.
- Comforts: Added modern conveniences like air conditioning, power windows, tilt steering wheels, and custom leather interior seating.
Part of the Duncan Imports Private collection and recently released for retail sale. This 40 Ford has an impressive legacy.
- 2 time Sacramento Autorama winner
* 2008 1st place Class Award
* 2011 Class Award winner
- 2009 NSRA Sacramento Reps Pick
- Father/Son feature in Street Scene Magazine
- Auburn CA cruise nights
- 2 time Downtown Tuesday Nights Roseville, CA
- Complete frame off restoration that was completed in 2008.
