Vehicle Description
Do you just want to be in the parade or do you want to lead it with
this 1924 Ford Model T Touring car? This is the vehicle that put
America on wheels, so it always gets a respected place wherever it
goes.
It's quite cool to have a Model T in red. After all, the legend is
that they were only offered in black, but really, Ford offered many
colors during different years of the Model T's long production run.
It has a vibrant look, but just the right amount of age for some
people to assume it's original. It's authentic in the details of
everything from the wood spoke wheels to the kerosene side lights.
Because this is the touring body, you can take friends for a ride
in the country, and the soft top keeps the noon sun off of
everyone.
Basic black leatherette is what all open Model Ts received, and
it's been kept to period correct standards with pleats and buttons.
Door panels are perfectly simple swatches of cardboard and
leatherette with small cutouts for the door handles. Floors are
wood, along with much of the body's framing. The dash is a simple
affair, with just controls for the ignition system and an ammeter.
Controls will be familiar to anyone who's driven a T, but if you've
never piloted this famous Ford, don't worry because millions have
mastered it before you. Working the controls is part of this car's
charm, and you feel like the part of a century-old club after you
quickly get the hang of it. That's the true attraction to a car
kept so period correct.
The Model T's powerplant was the trusty 177 cubic-inch inline-four,
which was rated at about 20 horsepower. It might not seem like
much, but it feels plenty powerful in a lightweight open car like
this. Most of that is due to the good low-end torque and smart
gearing. As you look over the engine bay, you're going to notice a
few more modern upgrades. The one-wire alternator and modern
distributor are part of the 12-volt electrical upgrade. This
delivers a far more reliable and robust start for the motor, and
those who like to use their Model Ts would love to have this handy
and practical upgrade. In fact, you'll be surprised at how much
you'll enjoy driving it and how intuitive the maintenance is.
This Model T is not just looking for a new owner...It's looking for
someone to carry on its legacy. A car this complete and
parade-ready doesn't come along often. Are you ready to be a part
of history? Call now!