Vehicle Description
The success of the mass-produced Ford Model T will forever be
recorded in the history books. With its launching in 1908, it was
built in multiple styles through 1927. With generational design
changes along the way, the Model T sold confidently each year as a
practical, inexpensive vehicle affordable by almost any working
individual with plenty of parts and service centers located just
about anywhere you needed. Henry Ford continued to produce
America's affordable Model T at a rapid pace into the late 1920's,
averaging over 1 million units each year! The simplicity of the
design, along with nine model choices to choose from, made Ford an
easy choice for budget conscience buyers.
We are proud to offer this 1927 Ford Model T Roadster, also termed
Runabout. It comes finished in Henry's favorite color, black, with
a matching black vinyl interior and folding convertible top.
Powered by its 177ci inline 4-cylinder engine producing 20
horsepower with a top speed of around 42mph mated to a 2-speed
planetary transmission and auxiliary Ruckstell 2-speed rear axle.
Features include 12-spoke wood wheels wrapped in Firestone
4.40/4.50-21" tube tires, driver side spotlight, upgraded 4-blade
cooling fan, chrome hub caps, rear- mounted spare tire, and added
front steering bump shock.
This Model T has been stored on display in our showroom since
November 2011 by the previous owner. Upon purchasing this Model T
from his estate in March 2022 we performed an oil change, replaced
the battery, removed and professionally flushed and sealed the fuel
tank, resealed the carburetor and fuel petcock valve, cleaned up
the ignition points and plugs, along with cleaning up some various
wiring. It runs very well and should be a fun investment for anyone
looking for an attractive, early Model T Runabout!
This long-stored Model T has survived beautifully while resting in
our climate-controlled facility, and it is now available for sale
for the first time in over a decade. These Model T Fords were the
beginning of affordable passenger vehicles, and a testament to
simple yet faithful engineering contributing to why they are still
around today! Many Vintage Ford clubs are dedicated to registering
and keeping track of these pieces of automotive history. Thank you
for your interest and please contact us directly for more
information or stop by our museum for a tour!
