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Ford Roadster 1939

Allmän beskrivning : This custom-built 1940 Ford Convertible designed by Boyd Coddington stands as a timeless masterpiece, seamlessly blending the classic charm of a bygone era with modern craftsmanship and innovation. The sister to Boyd Coddington's iconic '40 Ford Coupe, this is the one-of-a-kind Club Coupe he was building at the time of his death. This car was finished by Hot Rod Investments of Arizona in conjunction with Boyd's wife Jo and his sons Boyd Jr. and Chris. The restoration finish was exactly like Boyd had designed. This final build took into consideration all of Boyd's experience, creativity and the "Boyd look." Every detail of this iconic automobile reflects Coddington's unparalleled skill and dedication to perfection.
Boyd inspired lines:
Starting with the exterior, the body of the 1940 Ford Convertible has been meticulously shaped and sculpted to enhance its original lines. The steel body retains its classic appeal, but with subtle modifications that add a touch of contemporary flair. Most notably is the hand-formed aluminum single-piece removable hardtop created by the legendary Marcel Delay and Sons. The show worthy Black cromax chroma base paint, executed with precision, showcases a deep, lustrous finish that complements the car's sleek curves. Additional body modifications included shaved handles, lowered windshield and frenched headlights.
Boyd Coddington's signature touches are also evident in the famous original Boyd Coddington 17" billet wheels complete with Boyd signature center caps, each of which are no longer produced, giving the car a modern stance while maintaining a connection to its vintage roots.
Hot Rods Need Power!
Beneath the hood lies a LS1 V8 producing 430hp, an LS1 cathedral-port intake manifold, a 102mm throttle body and ceramic-coated headers. The engine bay is finished with a Griffin dual-fan aluminum radiator, polished aluminum serpentine system and all-chromed components. Power is managed by a 4L60E automatic overdrive transmission and put to the ground through a trick Corvette independent rear suspension and limited-slip differential.
Luxury Digs
Step inside, and the interior reflects the same level of craftsmanship as the exterior. Luxurious leather upholstery, expertly stitched and tailored, adorns the seats and interior panels. The dashboard has been revamped with a blend of vintage-inspired design and modern technology, providing the driver with both a sense of nostalgia and the convenience of contemporary features. Embroidered Boyd signatures are found on the back wall of the trunk and on the side door panels, and a custom dash, Dakota Digital instruments, tilt column, and Alpine Bluetooth receiver add convenience and style. The ride is comforted with Gen II Vintage Air Air Conditioning, Mercedes-Benz carpeting, LED courtesy lights, power windows and remote-operated doors. Coddington's attention to detail extends to the smallest components. Custom-machined accents and controls enhance the interior, ensuring that every aspect of the car reflects a cohesive design philosophy.
Street Prowess
Driving this 1940 Ford Convertible is a true sensory experience, where the synergy of design, power, and craftsmanship converge. All made possible by a custom-boxed chassis, Heidts double A-arm chrome independent front suspension with chrome coilover shocks, Corvette-based independent rear suspension with quad-chrome coilover shocks, power rack & pinion steering, aluminum fuel cell and chrome disc brakes.
Boyd Coddington's legacy lives on in this custom creation, a testament to his influence on the world of automotive design and the enduring appeal of a meticulously crafted classic.

1939 Ford Roadster is listed till salu on ClassicDigest in Charlotte by RK Motors Charlotte for $119900.

 

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Karosstyp : Personbil Märke : Ford Modell : Roadster Motorvolym : 0.0 Årsmodell : 1939 Karosstyp : Convertible Läge : Charlotte Fordon Registrering : Odefinierad

119900 $

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Ford, som grundades 1902, har utan tvekan förändrat historien om bilvärlden mer än någon annan biltillverkare genom att införa de första folkbilen Modell T 1908. De hade producerat mer än 15 miljoner bilar i slutet av produktionen 1927, genom vilket T hade blivit föråldrade.

Ford lanserade den första lågpris V8-motor driven bil 1932. 1932 V8 var en omedelbar hit med överlägsen hantering och prestanda för många betydligt mer expansiva bilar av dagen. Inte undra på 32 V8 Ford har blivit en sådan favorit bland heta rodders runt om i världen med 32 Deuce Coupe som sin ikon.

Under kriget Ford helt stänga civil bilproduktionen att ägna alla sina resurser till de allierade krigsansträngningarna (1942-1945) De används för att bygga B-24 bombplan, flygmotorer, jeepar, M-4 stridsvagnar, militära lastbilar och Bren-gun bärare och mer än 30.000 super laddade Rolls Royce Merlin V-12 motorer till Mosquito och Lancaster bombplan samt P-51 Mustang fighters. Efter kriget Ford bilar i USA blev större och flashier tillsammans med sina konkurrenter. I 60: s Ford var tillbaka i förgrunden igen när man inför deras kommersiella hit Mustang 1964. Mustang var så populär tävlingen var tvungen att följa Fords exempel och ponycar fenomenet tog över USA. Under åren ponnyer växte några muskler tills oljekrisen döda äntligen dödat dem.

På sextiotalet rusade Ford i internationell motorsport scenen med en raseri. Efter misslyckade Ferrari övertagande, då Enzo Ferrari hade klippt affären av med Henry Ford II gör det senare absolut koka av vrede, vände Ford till Lola i Storbritannien för att producera en Ferrari slog långdistans racer efter. Samarbetet mellan Ford och Lola skapade den mäktiga Ford GT40 som absolut slog Ferrari i Le Mans 24 flera gånger.

I Europa införde Ford några av de mest episka race och rallybilar av 60-talet som bygger på ödmjuka familj sedaner; Cortina GT, Lotus Cortina, Escort Twin Cam, och Escort 1600RS med de ikoniska Cosworth BDA motorer.

Idag klassiska Fords är mycket populär bland entusiaster och ett stort urval av klassiska Fords finns till försäljning på www.ClassicDigest.com