I’m a fool for patina and old advertising. This 1940 Ford Sedan Delivery is oozing with both and I think I’m in love. Said to have spent its life in New Mexico, you can find it here on eBay with an asking price just shy of $10,000. Thanks to Adam C. for the tip on this cool delivery!
I’m not sure who “KEN” is, but he had a cool work vehicle at one point. It’s obvious that Ken had a radio and television repair service. The odd thing is the “Excelsior” lettering on the roof. When I think of Excelsior, my mind goes to the British bike and motorcycle maker. However, there were Excelsior branded radios as well. I’m guessing Mr. Ken specialized in Excelsior.
Unfortunately, there is no suspension or drivetrain included with the purchase. The seller does state that the original frame is included and that there is a title in the current owner’s name. The plus side is that the new owner will have the choice of powerplants and suspension. If this was my project, I’d have a hard time not going with a full air-ride chassis and crate engine with overdrive transmission. How about you? Would you go for a stock look, mild custom or full custom?
Empty canvas..4×4,regular nostalgic cruiser or gasser your choice or switch every 5 years and have all 3
Where are those long winded arm chair restorers ? I’ll put in it’s a little high for what’s there….and on the demand side not a lot of interest.
I follow this seller on eBay. He has a knack for finding really cool cars and trucks. He prices everything somewhat high, but everything sells eventually and he is open to offers.
I really like old sedan delivery’s, but they don’t seem as popular as they used to be. This will find a new home at some point, it will be interesting to see what route the next owner takes it.
Steve R
Good commentary. This seller used to operate under a different ebay name but his feedbacks got “out of balance” a few years ago (IIRC it was Meg-lite). You’re correct that he is active in finding neat stuff along these lines. As his feedback currently shows he discounts a large portion of his offerings. He’s apparently an inveterate fisherman. As for popularity I imagine it’s a result of “market consolidation”. Those big, long, blind quarter views prove less practical to the remaining buyers.
Seems like a LOT of money for what’s there. Find something a bit more complete for that kind of money.
It’s got a lot of potential. A little out of my budget but if it came my way, I’d try to do the stock thing although at this point you might be money ahead to just buy a custom rolling chassis and install the engine/trans you want. I’ve got a ’42 sedan that was missing all of the powertrain except for the transmission. I had the engine, and a radiator but I had to scrounge the axles. It’s amazing how many brackets and things you have to look for. If I had it to do again I’d try to buy someone’s rolling chassis and build the car that way.
Old school all the way. I’d set the chassis
up for 4-wheel independent suspension,
drop in a 302/C-6 combo for the drivetrain, add some Vintage heat and
air, and you’ve got a winner. By all means
keep the stock appearance–that’s always
a crowd pleaser. Would paint it dark blue
and add a grey leather interior with dark
blue carpet throughout. Enough fantasy
here. $10K?…for that? Sorry folks, I’m
legally blind and still can’t see paying
that much cash for this puzzle of a truck
when there are more complete and running projects that are selling for that
amount or even less. I pass.
I remember these being all the rage in the 70’s and I’d do it like was done back then. we called them “resto rods” orange and brown tu-tone, smoothies with white walls, 390 C6 from a 1964 Thunderbird…………………
Uncle Bob, Talk about not being able to see…. How many semi drivers do you know. Get the mirrors right and these things are a piece of cake cruise around in. New flathead and let ‘er roll!!
As someone who has a fondness for mail slot rear windows in roadsters I get your drift.