Vehicle Description
This neat little 1928 Ford Model A Sedan is one of those great old
cars that don't ask you to make any sacrifices to enjoy them. With
a restoration aimed at making it a reliable and fun tour car, it
retains all the Model A's charm that people look for in an
antique.
The first thing most folks notice on this handsome sedan are the
colors, which are a fairly correct representation of the original
two-tone brown-on-sand combination offered in 1928. It's bright,
sophisticated, and with contrasting black fenders, very stylish.
The restoration is a few years old and given the driving
modifications under the skin, it's safe to say that it's been
driven and enjoyed, but overall it has a very pleasant, complete
look that works quite well. The brown vinyl top is a beautiful
addition that adds a touch of sophistication, and the rear-mounted
spare tire and vintage trunk mean this Model A is ready for some
longer distance touring. The doors fit well and in the interest of
keeping everything safe, newer headlights were installed up front.
The chrome shows very well but could use a bit of a polish, but on
the other hand this is a car that you can hit the road without
worries, so perhaps it might be best to just leave it as-is. Either
way, you won't be disappointed with how it goes down the road.
Inside, the upholstery is pretty correct for 1928, featuring beige
mohair on factory bench seats that still feel comfortable on long
trips. They're a lot more supportive than you'd think, and the
classic patterns make it look very authentic. The centralized
chrome gauge bezel and familiar controls are all there, joined by a
1928-only red rubber steering wheel, accompanied on the steering
column by the overdrive selector. The back seat is spacious and the
painted garnish moldings and dashboard surround give the modest
Model A an upscale feel. Nicely fitted carpets with a heel pad for
the driver help control noise and heat and up top the headliner is
taut and clean, finishing the upscale look inside the antique
cabin. Out back the vintage travel trunk has adequate room for
luggage and currently houses a jack set and fire extinguisher.
Mechanically, the 201 cubic inch inline-four that made the Model A
famous is still in place, and much of the mechanical hardware has
been freshened and maintained regularly. Of course, the multiple
upgrades also help with reliability, and with that in mind the
engine was treated to a 12-volt alternator in place of the original
Powerhouse generator that makes this Model A so much more reliable
in the real world. It starts with vigor but still has that classic
Model A sound, and thanks to a 3-speed manual transmission with a
highly desired overdrive and standard banjo-style rear end, it
feels quite capable going down the road. The chassis is very solid
and features a newer exhaust system, and painted yellow 21-inch
wire wheels with correctly-sized 4.4/4.5x21-inch blackwall
tires
A classic Model A with its soul intact and just a few upgrades to
enhance the driving experience. If that's your kind of fun, this
Model A deserves a closer look. Call now!