When it comes to hot rods that stop you in your tracks, the 1934 Ford Model 40 5 Window Coupe holds a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts, and this particular Right Hand Drive example, available now through Chicane Auctions, takes the cake.
Steel-bodied and presented in deep, lustrous black, the coupe’s curvaceous form is elevated by traditional artist-applied pin striping and a set of subtle, tasteful flame licks that speak volumes without shouting. There’s an unmistakable presence here—equal parts Art Deco elegance and outlaw cool.
Under that iconic ’34 hood lies serious old school firepower: a 270ci Super Red Ram Hemi V8, fully dressed and running triple carburettors on an Offenhauser intake.
It breathes through a custom twin stainless steel exhaust system that offers just the right tone — refined but menacing. A 727 TorqueFlite automatic handles the shifts, sending power to a tough Ford 9-inch limited-slip diff.
The chassis is no slap-together special. Built from original rails, it’s been beautifully braced and engineered for proper street performance.
Up front is a polished stainless steel four-link suspension with power disc brakes, delivering road manners to match its muscle. Completing the look are period-perfect Truespoke Hotrod 52 wire wheels, wrapped in classic wide whitewalls—hot rod jewellery, if ever there was.
Inside, the beige leather-trimmed cabin is a masterclass in tailored comfort. Rolled seating, detailed door cards, and full headlining extend through to the boot area, giving the entire car a bespoke, cohesive feel. The original gauge cluster remains in pride of place, with a tasteful selection of auxiliary instruments subtly integrated.
It’s rare to find a hot rod that strikes this kind of balance, brute strength matched by craftsmanship and design sophistication.
This 1934 Ford 5W Coupe is more than a car; it’s a rolling statement piece. Arguably one of the coolest hot rods in Australia today.
Available to bid on and own during the Chicane Auctions Classic Car Auction, running July 1st and ending Thursday 10th from 8:30pm.
Full details and bidding information at chicaneauctions.com.au or contact the Chicane Showroom in Melbourne for inspections on (03) 9580 7369