Vehicle Description
1930 Ford Model A Sedan
Walter Briggs was a trade upholsterer, who later went to work for B
F Everitt Company, whom at the time was supplying a few specialty
bodies and interiors to Ford. Henry Ford took a liking to Briggs,
who eventually became president of Everitt Company. He was later
was able to parolee his relationship with Ford into a large enough
entity, that he could buy out Everitt, and did so, changing the
name to Briggs Company. A company that in its heyday supplied
almost all bodies for Ford's model A's.
As seen in the photographs of this consignment, presented is a
Briggs Blind Back 4-door sedan. This car is a 1930 Edition of the
model A, and has a beautifully restored Mohair interior, as well as
many other good qualities. A smooth running inline 4-cylinder flat
head engine, two-tone body, that is in fair condition, and a
good-looking underbelly are seen in this consignment. The consigner
states that he found the car in a basement of someone's house,
needed something to do in retirement, and dug it out! Time passed,
work halted, and the consigner became unable to finish. So he now
offers the car to someone else to take it to the next level.
Exterior
Black over burgundy, eyebrow fenders, the Briggs Blind Back
passenger compartment, 4 doors and good condition chrome (sans door
handles) make up the major parts of the exterior. New rubber
running board inserts are on unfinished but painted fenders and
contain also the necessary chrome lighting of the period which are
correct to a 1930 Ford Model A. The hood cowling hinge shows some
rust, as well as the rocker panel on the driver's side, but it is
relatively minor. Chrome radiator surround is in fair condition and
is also original to a 1930 Model A. Black spoked 19-inch wheels and
wide white sidewall 475-500/19 tires are mounted, as well as a
non-sidewall spare. Exterior glass and all mechanicals related to
the glass are in working condition, including the pop out
ventilating front windshield.
Interior
Beautifully done in Camel Mohair, it is in very good condition on
the bench seats, as well as the 4 door panels. Mohair is present in
the headliner which is also in very good condition. A typical Ford
1930's "mask style" instrument cluster is present on a burgundy
metal dash, framed with highly glossed wood. Carpet appears in good
condition, and interestingly a shifter, as well as handbrake are in
original condition. Steering wheel appears original and Bakelite
material is slightly cracked throughout.
Drivetrain
Engine number A2060820 which does not match the current title,
tells us that at some point the engine was replaced. The original
chassis number cannot be seen because removal of the body would
have to happen, so we assume that the title has that number, but it
is unverified. This engine, a flat head 4-cylinder is connected to
a 3-speed manual transmission. The electrical system is 6 volt and
appears to be in working condition. Drum brakes are on all 4
wheels, with buggy spring suspension connected to solid I beam axle
in the front and wish bones in the rear. A newer stock exhaust
system is installed.
A 1930 Ford Model A project automobile, but not an overwhelming
one. Mainly exterior TLC needed on this car, but it is in otherwise
good condition. It has a clean underside view, with slight "wet"
areas seen. Mechanically running and sounds smooth. After an
extensive conversation with the consigner, he is hoping someone can
complete the car, and gain enjoyment from doing it as he did, but
was not able to see to the end.
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 100 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. A 450 barn find
collection is currently on display.
This vehicle is in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania,
conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76
Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and
our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for
more information or to come see the vehicle in person.