Argentina Unveils a Carbon-Fiber Hot Rod Inspired by 1930s Ford Designs

Argentina’s Iconic Auto Sport has introduced the SP40—short for Special Speedster—a homegrown sports car crafted in the spirit of classic hot rods. Its styling pays tribute to the 1934 Ford Model 40, and the company plans to produce the V8-powered roadster in limited numbers. Orders are already open, though pricing hasn’t been announced yet.

Even with its clear visual nods to Ford models of the 1930s, the SP40 doesn’t borrow vintage components. Instead, the hot rod rides on a custom chassis developed in Argentina, featuring double-wishbone suspension with adjustable coilovers and a tubular frame.

Under the hood sits Ford’s 5.0-liter Coyote V8, tuned to 480 horsepower and paired with a five-speed manual gearbox. Thanks to extensive use of carbon fiber in the body, the SP40 tips the scales at just 1,190 kilograms (about 2,624 pounds). Brembo brakes handle stopping duty.

The prototype sports a black exterior and a retro-styled cabin trimmed in brown leather, but Iconic Auto Sport says customer cars can be finished in any color combination buyers want.