Hot Rods I could not pass on this 40 Standard

No more flatheads (not) I could not p*** on this one. Running original 85 flathead, clear ***le ( I am the 3rd owner ) , and the radio even works, but all it receives is big band stuff.

 

By the way, got both bumpers with peeling chrome, all the trim, new whiskers and such, window frames, and a back seat full of who knows what. Will inventory tomorrow. The car is approx. 90% original. Has hokey *** floorboards that will work, and some late model leather seats front and back.

Soooooo what does the HAMB Mob think of my purchase? $4000 delivered.

 

What's wrong with big band music?

 

Sweet deal. Love those Standard '40's.

 

I like it....the body looks clean, and a running flathead added is nice start....there was a another 40' Ford 2 door sold near me for $6,000, in bad condition, with a 'stuck' engine and no dash. Anything 39'-40' Ford is getting harder to find complete....I personally think ya' found a nice project in my opinion--Ray

 

Mine used to have a red grille but I changed it to black. Might have to go back. Yours looks good.

 

Lucky Duck!
Congrats- great project at a realistic price- keep us updated on your progress

 

I like it!

 

Good looking car,hard to p*** on a nice 40. HRP

 

Looks like an easy start to a fun project. Great!! price. NO one would p*** that up. What's the plan? Tim

 

I am torn on what to do with this. I was thinking of making something like Archie and Veronica would go for a soda in, but it has such great bones ?????????????? Should I sell it to a restorer, or just make it start, run, and stop and have fun. Maybe scotch brite, clr, and penetrol. Hope to start it up tomorrow. Was really easy to push into my garage. Steering seemed tight. No noises from bearings. The wheels are reportedly old buicks. Are these OK? I mean, are the stock wheels centered by the lugs, or the center hole?

 

ModelAsteve...........Not a damn thing!!!!!!

 

The ODO says 99,8++. I really believe the engine had to be rebuilt once or twice. Geeked to start up the old girl!

 

Stole it! Wish I could find one that nice that cheap!

 

Good on you!
That was a great deal, IMO.
And the radio is already dialed in.
You ain't got a thing, if you ain't got that swing.

 

Nice Car, Nice Deal. It's about time that someone was realistic with their
pricing.
VR&C.

 

I would say the wheel are some sort of old mopar I don't think the buicks would fit.but as I have been before they might. man you stole that car. don't be afraid to hot rod it there are plenty restored ones around the nicer you start with the easier it is to do

 

Very nice! Waiting for one like that to come my way.
Big band?
Crank up Count Basie's "Corner Pocket" as you cruze that thing down the highway....

 

You did good. I like the Standard better than the Deluxe model.
I also like Big Band music, some fond memories of High School days when they let out cl***es early so we could have a pep rally in the Gym and the band would be playing "In the Mood" while we all found our spot.

 

I like Cab Calloway myself. Thanks for all the strokes folks.

 

Dunno how to wash it. The PO Previous owner states it was in a barn for 30 yrs. He had it for two years, so I guess it's my first "barn find" kinda sorta. The PO claimed he put a fresh battery in it, filled the float bowl, and it started after a 30 yr. snooze. Fricken incredible! Had a perfect 40 coupe back in 1967 and have always thought it was Henrys masterpiece as far as asthetics go.

 

I'm diggin' the spotlight myself.

 

here ya go.
https://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/wto/5404633411.html?lang=en&cc=gb

 

paul55, thanks. Already seen the ad. Been surfin zoomthe list in all near states for parts. Can't believe tha prices for seats! Even bare springs people are asking $400 !!!

 

Nice score...

 

khead,
Well done sir...well done. Pics, we need lots of pics of everything.

 

^^^^^^^^^^^^^ Pics coming ASAP. Gonna sort through the pile tomorrow. Getting late for this geezer.

 

Cool 40.. I can see why you're excited...

 

Yup....with a deal like that, I would be playing big band music and whistling right along with a smile....sure would make a fine family cruiser---Ray

 

^^^^^^^^^^^^No family, But could probably fit one shift worth of Hooters Girls in the car!