Vehicle Description
The FORD Model T Roadster The Model T was an automobile built by
the Ford Motor Company from 1908 until 1927. Conceived by Henry
Ford as practical, affordable transportation for the common man, it
quickly became prized for its low cost, durability, versatility,
and ease of maintenance. Assembly-line production allowed the price
of the touring car version to be lowered from $850 in 1908 to less
than $300 in 1925. At such prices the Model T at times comprised as
much as 40 percent of all cars sold in the United States. Even
before it lost favour to larger, more powerful, and more luxurious
cars, the Model T, known popularly as the "Tin Lizzie" or the
"flivver," had become an American folkloric symbol, essentially
realizing Ford's goal to "democratize the automobile." The engine
was simple and efficient, with all four cylinders cast in a single
block and the cylinder head detachable for easy access and repair.
The engine generated 20 horsepower and propelled the car to modest
top speeds of 40-45 miles per hour (65-70 km/h). In most models the
engine was started by a hand crank, which activated a magneto
connected to the flywheel, but after 1920 some models were equipped
with battery-powered starters. The transmission, consisting of two
forward gears and one reverse, was of the planetary type,
controlled by foot pedals rather than the more common hand lever
used in sliding-gear transmissions. Spark and throttle were
controlled by a hand lever on the steering column. The 10-gallon
fuel tank was located under the front seat. Because gasoline was
fed to the engine only by gravity, and also because the reverse
gear offered more power than the forward gears, the Model T
frequently had to be driven up a steep hill backward. Our vehicle
is in good Driver Quality condition with black fenders and running
boards and a Tan body. The black vinyl top is a replacement well
fitted and has no wear showing or seam issues. The interior is also
black rolled/pleated vinyl in good condition with no rips or
tears.For convenience and electric starter has been installed. It
still maintains its original Engine Start Crank and yes, you can
still use it to start it. Updated to a 12-Volt system for greater
amperage and easier starts. This piece of history is ready and
available for you now.
