350-Powered 1956 Austin A40 Devon

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Introduced in the postwar era, Austin’s compact saloons were designed with practicality and efficiency in mind, offering accessible transportation with British charm. Decades later, many examples have been reimagined by enthusiasts as hot rods, blending lightweight vintage bodies with modern American V8 power. This 1956 Austin four-door exemplifies that approach, pairing classic styling with significantly enhanced performance and custom fabrication throughout.

This 1956 Austin is powered by a carbureted Chevrolet 350ci small-block V8 paired with an automatic transmission. Finished in red over a black vinyl and cloth interior, the car has undergone extensive modification including chassis reinforcement, a custom suspension setup, and a Ford 9-inch rear axle.

This modified 1956 Austin A40 Devon is now offered at no reserve by the seller on behalf of its current owner with a clean Michigan title in the current owner’s name.

Highlights

• Modified hot rod build

• Powered by a Chevrolet 350ci small-block V8 power

• Believed-to-be 4-speed automatic transmission

• Ford 9-inch rear axle

• Custom suspension and reinforced chassis

• Finished in red over black interior

Modifications

• Carbureted Chevrolet 350ci V8 swap

• Automatic transmission

• Engine dress-up components

• AutoMeter instrumentation

• Custom dashboard

• Aftermarket deep-dish steering wheel

• Black vinyl racing bucket seats

• Roll cage

• Ford 9-inch rear axle

• Custom suspension system

• Chassis reinforcement

• Front bumper delete and custom turn signal lenses

• Custom rear bumper with integrated taillights

• Front-hinged fiberglass clamshell hood

• Power front windows

• Window tint

• Custom front grille

• Rear seat deleted

• Aftermarket head unit

• Aftermarket 15” aluminum wheels

• Mickey Thompson Sportsman front tires

• Cooper Cobra Radial T/A rear tires

Known Imperfections

• General cosmetic imperfections consistent with age and use since completion

• Pitting and age-related wear on brightwork and trim

• Missing headliner

Ownership History

This vehicle is offered by the seller on behalf of its current owner and is accompanied by a clean Michigan title.