When a car looks this good, it’s hard to ignore. It’s called the SP40 Restomod, and it’s inspired by the 1934 Ford Model 40 Special Speedster. A small-volume car manufacturer in Argentina called Iconic Autosports is responsible for the beautiful build.
Under the hood is a third-generation Ford 5.0-liter Coyote engine that makes more than 460 horsepower and 420 pound-feet of torque, and features stainless steel long-tube headers, mufflers and tailpipes. The engine pairs with a five-speed Tremac TKO 500/600 manual transmission, and the car has independent front and rear suspension.
Mustang GT350R brakes provide the stopping power, with six-piston front and four-piston rear Brembo calipers wrapping around 15.5- and 14.9-inch cross-drilled discs, respectively. The car gets 20-inch wheels, wrapped in 235/45/R20 and 275/35/R20 tires.
The car reportedly weighs 2,623 pounds. The carbon fiber body helps make this possible, featuring a combination of aluminum, leather and wood. There are Sparco safety belts, and the car has some advanced features, such as wireless phone charging.
Company co-founder Arturo Arreblaga said Haggerty“Our goal with the introduction of the SP40 was not to replicate history, but to awaken it. Every line, every curve, every mechanical detail reflects our passion for creating the best car we can feel, look at and drive.”
Famous Autosports designed and manufactured every component, making it something truly special. The SP40’s design looks straight out of the 1930s, but the wide wheels and headlights show the hot rod’s modernity, which the company artfully hides in the retro styling.
Although Famous Auto Sports is an Argentinian company, it has an office in the United States, and you can place an order there. Pricing isn’t available, but considering the car is bespoke, we doubt it’s cheap.
