1941 Deco Rides Lincoln Zephyr Special Delivery and Streamlined BMW Motorcycle

From the creative mind of Terry Cook and his company Deco Rides, integrating much of the sensational styling from the custom that jumpstarted his career, is this ultra custom 1939 Deco Rides Lincoln Zephyr Special Delivery and Streamlined BMW bike that were specifically built to be a work of art at the centerpiece of one's collection. Finding a niche in making fiberglass bodies, Cook would go on to sell around 250 coupe and convertible Zephyr versions, but perhaps his most coveted, would be the sedan delivery, such as this, as only a half a dozen of them were crafted. The build would commence in 2023 with lead builder Roger Austin of Florida. The body was chopped eight inches, and the flat windshield was replaced with a curved one. Because interior room was needed for the rear stored motorcycle, the chassis was converted to front-wheel-drive, the back two thirds of the frame were fabricated from scratch, and the rear suspension was replaced by a Mark VIII Lincoln. Air Ride suspension is fitted in both the front and rear and can be lowered or raised at the touch of a button. The powertrain was sourced from a 2003 Ford, as it is equipped with a four-liter V-6 engine and automatic transmission.

The fiberglass body was equipped with frenched '39 Ford headlights and rare '41 Hudson taillights to have a unique touch on both ends of the build. The brass trim wrapping around the exterior beltline came from Rotex Metals in Brooklyn, New York, and the chrome work was done by Frankford Plating of Philadelphia. To help showcase its lines and curves, the body was painted Hot Rod Black from Medallion and applied by Roger Austin.

Open up the exotic Lamborghini-style doors and you are greeted by an impressive interior that was carried out by Nick's Creations of Port Orange, Florida. A focal point in the cabin is a rare 1960s Chrysler "goldfish bowl" speedometer. Modern day amenities include a center-mounted TV screen with a rear vision camera, power windows, air-conditioning, air bag controls, microswitch to open the doors, and something most customs lack, cup holders. Perhaps the most unique feature of this custom, one that few others can boast, is the hollowed-out rear compartment which contains an electric linear actuator, which is used to move a custom streamlined bike in and out for travel/storage. A linear actuator is used on the rear door, so it can be automatically opened or closed at the push of a button.

Now onto the streamlined 1955 BMW R69 750cc electric start conversion that Cook had acquired. A three-man styling collaboration between Terry Cook, body man Kyle Yocum, and Larry Erickson, former Chief Designer at Ford for the 2005 Mustang and designer of ZZ Top's world famous "Cadzzilla", the design carried out a futuristic and streamlined look and feel that makes it look fast standing still. Rather than painting the bike, the body was left in the burnished aluminum, which further enhances the beautiful, streamlined craftsmanship and design.

Cook's creations can be seen throughout the world, in private collections and museums, like the Louwman Museum located in the Netherlands. Recently finished in 2024, this ultra custom made its official debut at the NSRA Nationals in Louisville, Kentucky, and was the talk of the town, as it is a showstopper in the truest sense. Offered from one of the first and best in the business, this custom Zephyr, which is accompanied by the streamlined motorcycle, is ready to continue winning awards all around the world.