For Sale
$95,000
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Dearborn, Michigan, USA Dearborn, Michigan, USA
Gateway Classic Cars - Detroit
OR
Dearborn, Michigan, USA
329 mi TMU
Automatic
LHD
Original & Highly Original
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About this 1940 Ford Standard / Deluxe

VIN: 185450858

This 1940 Ford Deluxe Woody Wagon represents one of the most distinctive and collectible body styles from Ford's pre-war era. According to the seller, its beautifully finished wood body panels, flowing fenders, and iconic front grille create a look that instantly captures attention wherever it goes. The 1940 model year marked the final chapter of this design generation before American automobile production shifted to support World War II efforts, making these surviving examples particularly significant to collectors. The woody wagon configuration—with its genuine wood body construction—was among the most expensive and labor-intensive variants Ford offered, and today these vehicles remain exceptionally rare and desirable.

Key characteristics include:

  • Engine: 221 CID Flathead V8
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Exterior: Teal/Turquoise with wood trim and black vinyl roof (described by the seller as Cloud Mist Gray)
  • Interior: Brown leather interior (described by the seller as Tobacco Brown)
  • Body Style: 4-door Wagon with left-hand drive
  • Originality: Original & Highly Original
  • Notable Equipment: Electric fuel pump (according to the seller)

From a market perspective, the Ford Standard & Deluxe - Standard Variants market (1937–1940) shows strong collector interest, with an average sale price of $34,424. Woody wagons consistently command significant premiums over other body styles in this series—recent comparable sales include a 1940 Ford Deluxe Woody Wagon that sold for $44,000 at Mecum Houston in April 2026, another that achieved $47,040 at Kruse Auburn Spring the same month, and a particularly well-preserved example that reached $63,250 at RM Sotheby's Hershey in late 2025. The highest recorded sale in this market reached $130,000 for a 1937 Ford Model 78 Deluxe Woody Wagon, underscoring the exceptional value collectors place on these wood-bodied Fords.

Described by the seller as smooth, comfortable, and full of vintage charm, this Deluxe Woody offers a spacious interior and classic design that make every drive feel special and nostalgic. With its high originality status, iconic pre-war styling, and the practical versatility of a wagon body, it represents a distinctive piece of American automotive history that stands out at any show or cruise.

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Vehicle History

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Aug 16, 2014
Offered at auction: . High bid: $110,000
Monterey, CA, USA
Jun 14, 2014
Offered at auction: . High bid: $105,000
Seattle, WA, USA

Specs

Details about this vehicle - curated by our market specialists.

Year
1940
Make
Model Family
Model Variant
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Model Trim
-
Engine
221ci V8 (Flathead)
Transmission
Automatic
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Mileage
329 mi TMU
VIN
185450858
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Wagon
Doors
4 Doors
Driver Side
Left Hand Drive
Ext. Color Group
Teal/Turquoise
Int. Color Group
Brown

Market Summary

The Ford Standard & Deluxe - Standard Variants (1937 to 1940) market.

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The Ford Standard and Deluxe was a series of full size cars introduced for the 1937 model year. This family of cars was offered in a wide ra... Learn more.

There are 143 Ford Standard & Deluxe for sale across all model years (1937 to 1940) and variants, 46 are Standard Variants and 26 are model year 1940 . There were 290 Standard Variants sold in the last 5 years.

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