1940 Chevrolet Special De Luxe Town Sedan

Description

To remain the best-selling auto manufacturer in America, Chevrolet debuted contemporary “Royal Clipper” styling across its model line for 1940. The range now consisted of the returning Master 85 and Master De Luxe trim levels, which was joined by a new, even better equipped Special De Luxe trim. Additional standard appointments on Special De Luxe models included additional stainless steel exterior molding, chrome window trim, a Deluxe T-spoke steering wheel, leather armrests, dual sun visors, and more. All were powered by the reliable “Victory Six” 216.5 cu-in inline-six rated at 85 horsepower mated to a three-speed manual transmission. Proving once again to be the most popular car in America that year with over 760,000 sold, the 1940 Chevrolet continues to be a robust and stylish mode of transportation.

Highlights  

• Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) Senior First Place Winner and Vintage Chevrolet Club of America First Place Winner as per the consignor 

• 216.5 cu-in “Victory Six” inline-six rated at 85 horsepower 

• Column-shifted three-speed manual transmission  

• 15 inch steel wheels with polished hub caps and mounted with wide-whitewall tires 

• The Fisher body tag decodes as follows:  

  • Style No 40-1011 – 1940 Special De Luxe  

  • Body No M20673 – Baltimore Assembly, Body Number 20673 

  • Trim No 87 – Short Pile Tan Mohair 

  • Paint No 274 – Black 

• This 1940 Chevrolet Special De Luxe Town Sedan is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing 31,972 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown 

 Features  

• Chrome bumpers, front and rear  

• Flying Lady hood mascot  

• Split windshield  

• Chrome hood side louvers 

• Dual exterior rearview mirrors 

• Bench seats, front and rear  

• Ash trays, front and rear 

• Dual sun visors 

• Three-spoke steering wheel with chrome horn ring  

• Woodgrain dashboard and window frames 

• 100 mph speedometer 

• Auxiliary gauges displaying coolant temperature, fuel level, battery charge, and oil pressure 

• Crank windows 

• Analog clock   

• Locking glove compartment  

• Knee-Action front springs with fully-sealed bearings and a high-efficiency, built-in double-acting shock absorbers 

• Semi-elliptic rear springs with leaf ends 

Known Imperfections 

• This 1940 Chevrolet Special De Luxe Town Sedan is presented as a finely restored example and is said to be free from any substantial imperfections. 

Included 

• Spare wheel and tire 

Ownership History

This 1940 Chevrolet Special De Luxe Town Sedan was reportedly acquired by the consigning dealer in 2024.

Additional Notes

Sales Tax Notice to Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia Bidders: Because this car is located in Florida, Hagerty Marketplace may be required to collect and remit Florida sales tax on your purchase, even if you plan to register it outside of Florida.  Unlike most other states, the states of Arkansas, Mississippi, and West Virginia may not provide a full credit against sales taxes paid to Florida.  For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Florida that are sold to residents of another state.