Vehicle Description
• This vehicle is located at our Indianapolis facility - 2461
Reeves Rd #194, Plainfield, IN 46168 •
The Ford Model T had dominated the automotive market from the
mid-1910s through the early 1920s but started to erode as
competitors began catching up with Ford's successful mass
production system. It had become apparent to most in the company
that it was time to begin a new model, but Henry Ford was
resistant. With "luxury" features coming out such as electric
starters in most of General Motors products, and newer exterior
designs fit to the era they were entering, Ford was forced to
compete and began their Model-A design. At first, Henry did not
want to worry about looks or features but to spend their energy on
the mechanical aspects which had been the primary reason for the
success of their Model T. Although many improvements with the
engine power and overall stability were improved, it proved to be
short of what was necessary, a new cosmetic appeal. For this Henry
called upon his son, Edsel, who showed how successful it could be
with his design. After years of compliments on its curb appeal,
Henry started to take credit for it himself although his son was
clearly more hands-on with this project. The era of mass production
had officially passed and the era of "flexible mass production" had
begun regardless of who was more responsible for this model, Ford
in general showed once again how well they could adapt and stay on
top.
This 1931 Pickup is a true testament of craftsmanship. The
metalwork and paint have both been completed to a high standard.
The all-steel body has been chopped 3 inches and the frame rails
were pinched and narrowed. The HotRod is powered by a Cobra Jet
428ci Big Block V8 engine and power is routed through a 5-speed
manual transmission and a Richmond Quick Change rear end with 3.50
gears. Other features include: Edelbrock dual four-barrel cross ram
intake, twin Holley 390 CFM carburetors, Radir custom wheels, rear
coilover suspension, and a fresh detail.
Price does not include applicable tax, title, license, processing,
and/or $199 documentation fees.
To see over 80 photos of this car, including the undercarriage
please visit our website www.grautogallery.com
Gr Auto Gallery, LLC and our sister company, Wheelz Sales and
Leasing Inc. makes every effort to represent each vehicle
accurately and with integrity. We also welcome third party
inspections when necessary. Although we try to do our very best to
be accurate in our description writing we are human and do make
mistakes. Unless otherwise noted, All vehicles are sold AS IS, No
Warranty Expressed or Implied. All sales final. GR Auto Gallery and
all its affiliates reserve the right to charge a 3% processing fee
on any credit card sales of over $2,500.
