Featured on AutoHunter is this 1946 Ford Deluxe Coupe, which underwent a four-year frame-off restoration. It’s powered by a Chevrolet 350ci V8 crate engine paired with a four-speed automatic overdrive transmission. Finished in red over two-tone red and white vinyl interior, this modified classic Blue Oval comes from the selling dealer with a clear title.
As part of the restoration process, the body was repainted red. Exterior features include a deleted front bumper, chrome three-bar grille, custom hood pinstriping, dual spotlights and side mirrors, two-piece windshield, chrome rear bumper, and dual chrome outlets for the Flowmaster exhaust system.
Like the body, the 15-inch steel wheels are red; they come equipped with Ford-branded hub caps and wide-whitewall tires.
The split front bench and rear bench seats are covered in red and white vinyl, and complemented by matching door panels. Interior features include tinted power windows, front lap belts, tilt steering column, Alpine AM/FM/CD stereo, Vintage Air HVAC system, and Betty Boop floor mats.
Instrumentation consists of VDO gauges that include a 120-mph speedometer, 7,000-rpm tachometer, and readouts for the voltage, oil pressure, temperature, and fuel level. The digital odometer shows 7,733 miles, but the title for this vehicle indicates it’s mileage-exempt.
Instead of a Ford engine, this coupe now has a Chevrolet 350ci small-block V8 crate engine that’s been upgraded with Edelbrock valve covers and grooved air cleaner cover. The engine sends its power through a four-speed automatic transmission.
Additional upgrades are underneath, where you’ll find front disc brakes and a Ford Mustang II independent front suspension.
If you like the look of this 1946 Ford Deluxe Coupe and you appreciate the updates that have been made to it, bid on it now before time runs out. The auction ends on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. (PDT).
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