Vehicle Description
1928 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup
In 1927, feeling the heat from his competition and after a long run
with the Model T, Henry Ford reluctantly retooled his assembly
line, changed some of his manufacturing processes, and the Model A
was born. Eventually it would become wildly popular, outselling the
Model T, and offered in 9 different body styles.
Gracing our Hallowed Halls and offered to you for consignment, a
1928 Ford Model A roadster pickup. In the case of this car though,
mostly original intent as well as actual visual parts to this
build, have been retained. The beneficiary of a recent multi-year
long restoration and built to be better than the rest, this truck
presents very nicely. It shows as near factory new, and for an 96
year old truck, it's in very good condition having won an AACA
Senior 1st award along with an 2019 AACA Senior Grand National 1st
win and MARC (Model A Restorer's Club) showings that have always
garnished top awards. Showing 941 non-actual miles on the odometer,
we make the assumption these are miles since restored.
Exterior
A very vibrant Moss Green covers the metal panels of this roadster
pickup. A few light imperfections are seen in the finish, but there
certainly isn't any rust to be found. Curving fenders and textured
rubber covered running boards are also painted perfectly
contrasting black. A glossy black is painted on delicate looking
21-inch wire wheels with their now black cast iron mechanical drum
brakes in the centers. These are surrounded with like new thin
blackwall tires, and on both the driver's and passenger side is
nestled in the back portion of the front fender just before the
running boards is a spare wheel and tire. Out back, a green steel
bed with outward canted tops has a floor finished in nicely painted
oak wood and painted stripsall looking to have never hauled a
single load. Twin chrome trimmed period correct tail lights, a FORD
script embossed tailgate, and a pair of AACA badges round out the
tail end of this antique hauler. The front of the car has vented
metal side panels that fold upward to reveal the engine
compartment. A perfect grille, topped with a chromed Ford badged
Boyce motometer, is flanked by 2 oversized headlamps, a chromed
front bumper, and an ahooga style horn. The passenger compartment
is covered with a nearly new black canvas top, finishing out our
exterior tour nicely.
Interior
Black colored vinyl covers a bench seat and shows in very nice
condition with a central seam and light textured graining. More
textured black rubber covers the floors and up front the metal
dash, also in a Moss Green color, has a centrally located "mask"
style chromed instrument cluster, which shows original gauges. A
period style extra large steering wheel, tall shift lever, as well
as a handbrake can be seen in the compartment. Very nice, very
correct, and all restoration fresh in here.
Drivetrain
Under the cowled hood is a 201ci 4 cylinder engine that ticks and
runs like a switch watch. Not in perfect condition, with some
surface rust and olive green paint on the engine is a bit chipped.
A 1-barrel carburetor feeds the precise mixture of air and fuel and
on the back is a selective sliding gear 3-speed manual
transmission. A 3.70 geared rear axle moves you down the road
effortlessly. The factory generator is in it's correct home, and
all hoses, wiring, and spark plugs appear as new.
Undercarriage
Retaining its rust free condition from the restoration we see
nothing but black painted steel, solid body hangers and cast iron
drum brakes now on, and Moss Green solid stamped steel floor pans.
Transverse leaf springs are on all the front and rear and
mechanical drum brakes are seen here as well. A single exhaust
system is on to handle the exhale.
Drive-Ability
The highlight of this car despite its good looks and good
condition, is definitely the drive-ability. A made for touring in
style of the roaring 20's, this car accelerates nicely, and
actually runs along at speed, (45-50mph?), easily. Shifting is
smooth, and all seems tight and squeak free. All functions are
working as they should. While Classic Auto Mall represents that
these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we
cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of
your purchase.
Reluctantly the time has come for someone else to take tender
loving care of this wonderful 1928 Model A Roadster Pickup. Fully
restored over the years, award winning and diligently maintained,
and a wonderful driver will allow the new owner of this beautiful
piece of Ford history to drive it right out of the Classic Auto
Mall and begin enjoying it immediately. Ahhhhhhooga!
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collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate
controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8
acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic
and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the
I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us
anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.
There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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