Vehicle Description
We've long believed that no old car collection is complete without
a Model A Ford, and this 1930 Ford Model A Rumble Seat coupe is one
of the more desirable body styles on the considerably long list of
choices. Coming from conscientious ownership and restored
beautifully with no questionable "upgrades," it's the ideal starter
hobby car or a great addition to a growing collection in need of
one of Henry's ladies.
The dark blue and black paint is an attractive combination for a
1930 Model A, and once you see it in person, you'll fall in love.
Not flashy, although the light-blue wheels certainly turn heads,
it's interesting and quite attractive and will definitely stand out
from the rows of maroon and black examples. Finish work remains
quite good, and since this car comes out of the South, rust and
wood rot were probably never an issue. Given the massive resources
out there for restoring a Model A, it's no surprise that this one
fits together well with doors that fit snugly, a nicely aligned
hood, and perhaps most interestingly, a rumble seat instead of a
trunk, making this more than just a 2-seater if you have some brave
passengers. It has not been over-accessorized, either, as many
folks believe that simple Model As should remain simple, but it
does have a few functional upgrades like the sealed-beam headlight
inserts, a radiator guard, and a correct spare tire cover and
luggage carrier out back. It's also worth noting that the bumpers
shine up nicely and the vinyl roof is great shape, further proof of
this Model A's long, easy-lived life.
For a Model A, the interior is nicely appointed, with a comfortable
Mohair bench seat and fully upholstered door panels. The tan fabric
looks right for the 1930s and has simple vertical pleats that were
standard on all closed models. The dash is the same one all Fords
got in 1930, although this appears to be an early 1930 model with
the round speedometer and simple, flat-faced gauge panel. All the
original hardware and controls are there, including the
steering-wheel-mounted headlight controls right under the horn
button, throttle and spark levers on the steering column, and fuel
shut-off under the dash. With the gas tank right there in the cowl,
ventilation comes from a tilt-out windshield, which really makes a
nice difference on warm days, making the Model A a nice place to
spend an afternoon. That kind of touring is all the more enjoyable
come parade time with the rumble seat out back, which is finished
in light-blue upholstery to match the wheels.
All Model As, even the trucks, got the same torquey 200 cubic inch
four cylinder engine, with the one in this coupe being a great
runner with that traditional Model A sound. All the correct
equipment is there, from the flat copper plug leads to the right
shade of Ford Green on the plug, but to enhance the ride experience
this one has been upgraded to a 12V system and alternator, and it
runs on regular unleaded pump gas without issue. The carburetor
looks to be a later aftermarket replacement that's a little easier
to fine-tune than the original Zenith and there's some fresh wiring
to upgrade the original cloth stuff. The 3-speed manual
transmission is light and easy to master with a quick
double-clutch, and the hydraulic brakes are surprisingly effective
given the A's light weight. You'll surely find that this coupe
keeps up with traffic easily and cruises happily at 45 MPH on the
open road thanks to newer whitewall tires on the original 19-inch
blue wire wheels.
Don't miss an opportunity to own a nice-driving A with a lot of
history behind it, a car that remains quite A-Ford-able. Call
today!