Vehicle Description
1929 Ford Model A Phaeton
When the Model A was introduced in December 1927, there were
actually riots in a few U.S. cities. In one week, 20 percent of the
population, (25 million people), attempted to get to their
neighborhood Ford dealer to see the new car. The difference between
the Model A and Model T was like night and day, and the public
liked what they saw, buying about 5 million Model A's between 1927
and 1931. While the T was nicknamed "Tin Lizzie," the A became
known as the "Baby Lincoln" because of the similar styling.
For consignment, a 1929 Ford Model A Phaeton, which has undergone a
restoration in the past. It retains its nice shine and the paint is
very good and the exterior surfaces are rust free. The interior is
nice and although missing its convertible top, still can show up
and wow the crowds at the local watering hole. The engine remains
stock and the added benefit of a 4-speed transmission is now on. A
nice color combo and looking great in its design to usher out the
roaring twenties.
Exterior
This writer's award goes to this car for the best color combination
on a Model A. All straight rust-free panels, minding their gaps
very well, are bathed in a light pale green which is just
beautifully applied. On the beltline of the doors is a metal
molding to break up the fairlystraight sidings. The paint is just a
bit patinated and shows scratching areas of the older restoration,
however no rust is noted. Wonderfully designed fenders in black
frame 21-inch black wire spoked wheels, wrapped in new wide white
radials to the tune of 4.40/4.50/4.75/5.00x21's. All chrome on this
car is just pristine, and mirror-like. From the radiator surround
to the dual bar bumpers, door handles, rear view mirrors and
taillight bezels it's all there and squared away. Even the Boyce
motometer with its spread wings atop the radiator surround is
presenting as nearly new. A spare hangs from the rear of this car,
and if you look at the beautiful line from any angle, you'll agree
this car is 100 percent cool ragtime design. The Sting!
Interior
Pulling open the doors we see pristine door panels in gray vinyl,
the handles are just perfect and have the neatest late 20's style
escutcheons. Moving inside, more gray vinyl is covering the
overstuffed front bench seat. In back, another snazzy overstuffed
gray vinyl bench/couch for ultimate passenger comfort, and in tune
of the roaring 20's with flapper excess. Upfront is a curved light
green painted dash in an eyebrow design. Keeping it simple is the
theme with a central chromed "mask" style instrument cluster
surround. A black bakelite big steering wheel with spark advance
fronts the dash and down low we note clean black rubber flooring
for the front and rear passengers. Shucks! That's just all
dandy.
Drivetrain
Opening the cowled vented hood, we see a perfectly restored and
well maintained inline 4 cylinder engine. This is just perfect with
no rust, and retains its 6V electrical system. 201 cubes will cover
it, and it has a single barrel carburetor to feed it. A non
original 4-speed manual transmission is on the back of this stout 4
popper sending power back to a 3.77 geared rear axle. Just showroom
under here, which is yet another winning highlight to this
beautiful example. Yowza!
Undercarriage
Like new with all clean black metal floor pans, frame, and
structural elements to hold the body on tightly. No invasive rust
to note, just some light surface rusting on the untreated
suspension and framing components. Transverse leaf springs are on
all 4 corners, as are mechanical drum brakes, all clean and green.
(Well actually black!)
Drive-Ability
To drive one, is to know how to start one, and it was off to the
races with this excellent example. It started right up, idled
smoothly, and ran like a champ with nice acceleration, simple easy
steering, and solid braking. You will not break any world speed
records, but it will definitely get you where you want to go. All
in working clean condition on the driving side.
The late 1920's roared into the Hallowed Halls of our beloved
Classic Auto Mall, all in near perfect style, beautiful color
combination, and turnkey drive away condition. Very well done, and
in its 93rd year. Plenty of TLC, and caring hands have kept this
car as Henry made it and needs to be seen to be really appreciated.
So, view the photos carefully, and if you can make it in, it will
be worth your while. If not, it speaks for itself (with my help!).
I guess it could be a speakeasy?
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.
