Research Dossier — 1940 Ford DeLuxe Coupe

The 1940 Ford DeLuxe Coupe remains one of the most iconic pre-war American automobiles. It was powered by Ford’s famous flathead **V-8 221 cubic-inch** engine producing **85 hp**, paired to a **3-speed manual column-shift** transmission. The DeLuxe model separated itself from the Standard trim with a more dramatic grille, chrome accents, and upgraded interior options.

The coupe’s silhouette is beloved among collectors and hot-rodders: a long, rounded teardrop body; pontoon fenders; split front windshield; and elegant tapering rear deck. Factory colors included Black, Cloud Mist Gray, Mandarin Maroon, Yosemite Green, and Coach Maroon. Interiors ranged from leatherette to mohair cloth.

Dimensions (real car): • Wheelbase: 112 in • Length: 188 in • Width: 69 in • Height: ~68 in These proportions map beautifully to LEGO curves using layered slopes, arch bricks, and round tiles for the fenders.