Hot Rods 1940 Ford Standard Sedan

Just thought I'd show off my latest ride. I picked up a very solid, very original fat-fendered sedan that had been stashed for years here in New Mexico. It's all stock except for tube shocks, old Lebaron-Bonney interior, and a built 327. The wife even likes it. I'm not sure what I'm going to do with it, but it needs new tires and is begging for a dropped axle and swaybar; might come in handy if I start running moonshine. I am from Tennessee afterall...I love the simplicity, the curves, and the headroom. First some repairs, tires and then back on the road.

 

First year for column shift, looks like a nice start to whatever you decide to do with it.

 

Love it! Solid beyond belief. Bet you're very happy

 

Other than a dropped axle, sway bar and maybe some floor mats, I can't see a thing it needs.

 

Good score! Have FUN!

 

Great looking '40 Standard. Whereabouts in Tennessee do you hail from?

 

KQQL Jack.

 

Wish my current tudor project was that nice to start with. Nice find.

 

Thanks guys - for what it's worth - born in Memphis, schooled in Knoxville, partied in Nashville. I thought I might go this route with it....naw just messin' with you. I'm open to suggestions, however. I like it pretty much as-is for now anyway, aside from a 75 year old electrical system. And I'm wondering how the stock transmission will hold up behind a torque-y 327. In seach of standard headlights and a radio delete plate.

 

That's just about how I got started on the Avatar---looks great!