- Engine Size
- 301 V8
- Transmission Type
- Auto
- Exterior Color
- GM Adobe Beige
- Interior Color
- Brown Leather
- Mileage
- 59630
- VIN
- 5433418
- Stock #
- 230
Description
For Sale: 1940 Ford Standard Business Coupe "Little Sandy"
Introducing Little Sandy, a legendary 1940 Ford Standard Business Coupe Drag Car with an illustrious racing history. This car was originally built and raced by Bill Clark and Jimmy Cox in Austin, Tx. This traditional hot rod was customized throughout the 1950s and 1960s. With a rich history and period-correct features, Little Sandy is a unique opportunity for collectors and drag racers alike.
Little Sandy set a world record for "C" gas cars in 1959 at the Houston Freeway Race Track, completing the mile in an impressive 12.20 seconds. This car has a large racing history, with various motors used throughout its racing career into the 1960s. The car currently has a more tame 301 V8 driver motor under the hood. The last race motor that was in the car was a 396ci V8. This motor is in parts but can be included in the sale of the vehicle.
The current owner of Little Sandy first saw the car around Austin in his youth while working at a local service station down the road from Bill Clarks garage and he fulfilled a dream by purchasing the car in 1971. Since then, he has been the custodian of the car for 53 years, and it sits today just as he purchased it back in 1971.
Specifications:
- 301 ci V8
- Bored with ported and polished heads
- Larger valves installed
- B&M Hydro automatic transmission with a 2,000rpm stall speed
- 6-bolt Chevy rear end with 4:88 gears
- 12v conversion
- Gas filler and battery relocated to trunk
- Frame-off treatment, sandblasted and painted in Chevy Adobe Beige
- 15-inch Moon disc wheels
- 225/70 Cooper tires
- Rear split window design
Interior:
- Beautiful brown leather interior with rear package tray
- Triumph seats installed in the 1960s, still in fantastic condition
- Wood grain / chrome steering wheel
- Painted dashboard with a tachometer mounted at the center
- Battery, temp, fuel and oil gauges at center dash behind steering wheel
This period-correct 1940 Business Coupe has not been chopped or channeled and remains a true traditional hot rod. The paint is a striking GM Adobe Beige color, maintaining its classic appeal. The paint and body still show great on this period correct Coupe. The car has been carefully maintained and garaged by its current owner since 1971, preserving its historical integrity and ensuring it remains a stunning example of mid-century hot rodding.
Little Sandy is not just a car; it is a piece of automotive history. The car's extensive racing pedigree and unaltered period-correct modifications make it a unique and valuable collector's item.
This 1940 Ford Business Coupe is now being offered for sale by V Fine Motorcars in Austin, TX. Contact us today!
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Terms and Conditions
Payment: Payment is due upon completion of the auction. Deposit due immediately, regarding the balance, prefer within 72 hours. We understand some exceptions do apply. We reserve the right to end the auction early without any liability to the seller.
NOTICE: You must have cash in person available or have all loans PRE-APPROVED BEFORE SUBMITTING AN OFFER OR CLICKING THE BUY IT NOW!
We accept the right to end the auction early without any liability to the seller.
FEE and TAX INFORMATION: TERMS_DEPOSIT $1,000.00 TERMS_TAX 6.25% (TEXAS RESIDENTS)
All Texas residents; subject to state and local tax, title and license fees.
Remember most banks and credit unions do not finance cars older than 4 or 5 years back. Prior to submitting and offer or accepting the BUY IT NOW offer please make sure your financing is approved and ready to go for instant funding.
Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. We can assist with shipping arrangements if needed.
All vehicles are subject to $125 documentation fee. If you are not sure about something, Please ASK. Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale.
Please do not bid or submit an offer unless you are serious about owning this vehicle today. All non-paying bidders will be reported to Ebay, and negative feedback posted.
Shipping: Buyer is responsible for shipping charges or pick up.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me directly:
Colt Verret
512-825-5778 office
cverret@vfinemotorcars.com
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