Vehicle Description
1931 Model A Roadster
A roadster (also spider, spyder) is an open two-seat car with
emphasis on sporting appearance or character. Initially an American
term for a two-seat car with no weather protection, usage has
spread internationally and has evolved to include two-seat
convertibles.
Once fire damaged, now fully brought back to life and then some,
being even better, this 1931 roadster from the Blue oval is enough
to pull you out of any depression, great or not!
Exterior
Coffee with Cream (Tan) panels in very good condition, with well
minded gaps make up this all steel car. Black covers the running
boards and fenders Chrome is nearly perfect and covers the radiator
surround, front "grille" and headlight casings. A flying goose
radiator cap is atop the shiny surrounds and frames the cowled hood
in tan directly behind it. A small door on either side allows
access to this 30's style 2 seat sports car, if you will. A mother
in law seat is on the curved rear which also sports a spare tire
and wheel completely restored like the other 4 corners in straw
colored wire wheels. A very nice and easy up and down convertible
top in Tan and nearly showroom is on top to protect the
passengers.
Interior
A dark brown vinyl bench stretches from dark tan door panel to dark
tan door panel. Nearly new looking it will accomodate 3 if needed
but it will be tight. A super simple dash with chromed "mask style"
instrument cluster, shows no rust, and is functional. An original
steering wheel with spark advance lever and throttle/idle lever
attached to the column, is fronting the tan painted metal dash. The
rumble seat, matching the interior bench is accessible with a turn
and pull of the winged chromed lever. There is a top boot which is
included as well as 3 of 4 side curtains for that downpour
necessary drive. Also, a rear tire cover is on board.
Drivetrain
A flat 201ci 4-cylinder engine all gussied up and fully operational
sits in the engine bay, and is backed by a 3-speed manual
transmission, and fed by a 1-barrel carburetor. The tail end of the
driveline shows up a rear axle with 3.78 gearing.
Undercarriage
Structural integrity, and a good frame rust free is noted
underneath. Floorpans, and rockers, and running board supports are
sturdy. All is looking good including the transverse leaf springs
on all 4 corners and the mechanical drums, which do stop but you'll
need to plan ahead!
Drive-Ability
Drives like its new and has surprising acceleration and smooth
steering and suspension. All functions are working as they should,
and it was a pleasant drive.
A classic roadster, a piece of Ford history, which can be used
immediately, with the turn of the key. Overall a working, good
looking, restored, example of a 90 year old car. You would not
expect your grandmother to be in such good shape!
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located 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.