Vehicle Description
There was some big pressure on the Model A when it was released.
After all, its predecessor was beyond question the most pivotal
automotive model ever rolled out - it single-handedly
revolutionized how American would get from Point A to Point B. With
its unrelenting authenticity and impressively clean condition, this
1929 Ford Model A is an outstanding example of the automaker's
vintage handiwork. You'll find no additional options or
modifications on board here and this venerable chariot runs like a
top.
Henry Ford was famous for noting that his original offering, the
Model T, would be available "in any color they (the car buyers)
wanted, so long as it's black." He had relented somewhat by the
time the Model A entered the scene and the appealing red shade
draped over the exterior of this '29 appears as if it could well
have been a selection on the color chart, pairing with the black
fenders and rocker panels for a thoroughly authentic look. The
paint is in great shape - it has a nice shine to it and this car
has obviously been well cared for and properly sheltered, so you'll
find no notable blemishes as you take a closer look. The collection
of chrome on board, including the front grille and headlight
casings, are in clean condition and the overall exterior alignment
is top notch - the vented folding hood sits flush in its lowered
position and the doors are both surrounded by tight, uniform gaps.
The fresh color of the windshield visor and vinyl roof convey the
impression that this rolling relic is ready for the road whenever
you so choose, and as it turns out . . . it is.
The interior features a bench seat that's been dressed in a
well-fitted brown cloth cover and sits between a pair of door
panels in matching condition. The consistently period appropriate
appearance inside the doors will be evident right off the bat -
climb in and the impressively clean driving environment surrounding
you looks like it could have very well been in place some 90 years
ago when this car first rolled into action. A single clover-shaped
instrument cluster sits at the center of the dash, wearing a
revitalized chrome panel and harboring gauges that are all in
operating condition. Raise the deck lid in back and you'll find the
trunk area is surprisingly spacious and in solid shape, with tire
jack tools and a period appropriate operating manual stored
inside.
Just as was the case in its heyday, this vintage Ford is powered by
a 200 cubic inch inline 4 that receives its gas from a gravity-fed
fuel system. The engine is in strong running form, firing up on cue
and propelling this one of a kind vehicle down the road very
capably. Just behind it is a period correct 3-speed manual
transmission that shifts without issue, so in addition to the
significant historical impact on display here, this is a car that
can actually be driven. Drum brakes that function just as intended
bring the quartet of authentic 4.4/4.5x21 wheels to a stop as
needed. The undercarriage is in solid shape and as you take a look
below you can see the X bracing Ford employed to maintain
structural rigidity that was superior to its predecessors.
This 1929 Ford Model A captures the state of automotive styling and
engineering at a pivotal time in history and its road-ready
condition makes it a standout. Call today!