Our 1940 LaSalle Series 50 convertible comes from the final year of LaSalle production. The car is finished in blue with a tan convertible top over a black interior, and power is from a 322ci Cadillac monobloc V8 paired with a column-shifted three-speed manual transmission. Built on the General Motors "C" chassis with a body by Fisher, the car features dual side-mount spare tires, a Torpedo hood ornament, running boards, and turn signals.
The Fisher body tag lists a body style of 5027, a two-door coupe, and a factory color of Knickerbocker Gray. The car is now finished in blue with a tan convertible soft top. Fender-mounted headlights and triple hood vents were part of a restyling for the model year, and optional fog lights are equipped.
The steel wheels are equipped with LaSalle-branded hubcaps with good whitewall tires.
The interior is upholstered in black vinyl with a metal dash and features a banjo-style steering wheel, a column-mounted shifter, waterfall dash trim, and manually operated windows. The five-digit odometer shows 91k miles. True mileage is unknown.
Decoding the Fisher body tag yields the following information:
• Style No. 40-5027 – Two-door coupe
• Trim No. 23 – Black leather
• Paint No. 4 – Knickerbocker Gray
The 322ci V8 and produced 130 horsepower when new. The car reportedly sat for several years before our acquisition. Recent work by the previous owner includes a fluid change and replacement of the battery and points.
Please remember this car started life as a coupe and was converted to a convertible many years ago with a period correct top. The sidemounts were added. The mechanicals are good and can be enjoyed as a daily driver but the body and paint, for most people, will need attention. Overall, a #4 car that can be enjoyed as is or taken to the next level. More photos available.
Inspection and test drive encouraged. Located in Manchester, Vermont.
Location?
Manchester, Vermont
Hello Judd
Is this a 1940 LaSalle 5027 6W that has been converted to a parade car? A thorough examination of the body, chassis and engine (VIN included) will determine if it is in fact an extremely low production final year 6W 5067 CCP (1 of 598). I do see some authenticity issues.
Quote from: Chuck Patton on June 28, 2021, 05:55:53 PM
Hello Judd
Is this a 1940 LaSalle 5027 6W that has been converted to a parade car?
Looks like he answered your question up in the ad:
"Please remember this car started life as a coupe and was converted to a convertible many years ago with a period correct top."
Hi Chuck:
The LaSalle did start life as a coupe and converted in the 60s or 70s with a period correct top.
Hello Judd
I appreciate your response. I hope the buyer is grateful for this nice LaSalle.
Interested in purchasing this 40 LaSalle Model 50 coupe and now convertible. How do I contact the owner?
Henry Hopkins
510-220-9134 hhrp@sbcglobal.net
The best way of initially contacting the seller would be by a Personal Message (PM) on this Forum.
Bruce. >:D
Not that's it's a big deal, but the car is a "B" body, not a "C".
I've seen the car. Fooled me.