1949 Ford Business Coupe real Shoe box, Rat rod
- Price: Ask a price!
- Condition: Used
- Item location: Melbourne, Florida, United States
- Make: Ford
- Model: Business Coupe
- Type: Coupe
- Year: 1949
- Mileage: n/a
- Color: Black
- Engine size: Small block Chevy
- Number of cylinders: 8
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Automatic
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Black
- Drive side: Left-hand drive
- Vehicle Title: Clear
Ford Business Coupe 1949 Description
You are viewing a 1949 Ford business coupe, "Rat Rod". This model is the real "shoe box" Ford with the longer trunk! It's a driver!The vehicle is a turn-key, mild custom, daily driver that is registered with a clear, Florida title.The original Ford body sits on a 1966 Chevelle frame with a 1954 Chevy grill, frenched taillights and headlights, a 1951 Ford hood, billet bumpersand dual spot lights.
It has a small block Chevy engine that runs great withM.S.D. electronic ignition, dual exhaust and headers.Automatic Chevy transmission and power steering.
The front and rear floors are in great shape. Trunk is solid. All glass and seals are good. Interior is black with a 1970's bench seat and original style back seat with no rips. Does not have headliner. Does have safety belts.Rally style steering wheel.
Car is in flat black primer. Looks to have had some past body work but nothing to detract from the Rat Rod appearance.No major rust problems. It's a blank canvas and ready for you to add custom graphics or pin-stripping or just keep as is.**extras not shown are a pair of skirts and rockers.
Electrical system is twelve-volt and everything works including: accessorygauges, electric wipers, and lights. Battery is located with easy access in trunk.Under dash/engine compartment electrical system does not need it to drive daily, however wiring could be updated/freshened up.
UPDATES BY ME:*New starter*New fuel pump*New water pump*New aluminum radiator with good hoses
*Complete new brake system*New brake booster unit - master cylinder*New wheel cylinders*New brake pads*Brand new Corvette style rims*Newer thin white tires with less than 500 miles*Four wheel alignment*Rebuilt front end bushings and shocks
The updates speak for themselves and with very little effort, you could make this your own unique, Rat Rod for a very good price.I've listed everything fairly as you can see in the photos, but if you have a question, don't hesitate to email.
**As stated buyer is required to provide all shipping/transport if required.$500.00 deposit is required within 24 hours with remaining balance COD or cashier's check.