Vehicle Description
1930 Ford Model A Sport Coupe
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 five 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 1930 Ford Model A Sport Coupe showing 9,337
miles which are unverifiable as the title reads Mileage Exempt.
This is a street rodded version of a Model A, with a steel body and
fiberglass fenders and a 350ci V8 occupying the motor mounts up
front. It's coated in an unconventional but very appealing color
that's sure to be a standout.
Exterior
Baby Blue is the color of choice here, and it looks fantastic on
the classic lines of the sport coupe and the monochromatic coverage
included the radiator shell, the headlight buckets, the windshield
visor, and the rain gutter. Contrasting elements include the
brightwork such as door handles, the side mirror, and the ribbon
bumpers. Black rubber covers the running board which blends nicely
with the tires, in this case wrapped around 15-inch KMC Eagle
wheels which depict sculpted bird wings flowing from each
triangular hole. Flush mounted tail lights are simple and low
rectangles while a third brake light is posted at the back window.
The engine here is exposed and showy enough to hold its own against
the great paint and straight body of our 1930 where the only
imperfection we find is a few touched up chips down low.
Interior
Blues blend, so we're happy to see a darker shade of blue on the
tweed door panels, neatly constructed and enhanced with a little
woodgrain accenting on the window crank. The tweed coverage
continues on the tall bucket seats which are cozily close and
securing occupants with taupe lap belts. Taupe is also seen on the
steering column which wears a 4 spoke steering wheel with a vinyl
cover. This all leads to a wood dash, neat and clean and the home
to white faced Classic Instrument gauges across the middle, along
with carved accent lines painted tan. An AM/FM/Cassette player is
on hand and the tall shifter rises from a floor covered in both
bright blue plush carpet and blue flamed rubber mats. Above our
head, the tweed headliner surrounds an overhead console with lights
and storage, and it's a nice fit. The trunk is lined with blue
carpet and holds the battery and fire extinguisher.
Drivetrain
Out in the air is a 350ci V8 with an Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor
in a showy presentation that includes chromed and polished
components and dress up pieces. A TH350 3-speed automatic
transmission is underfoot and sends power to a Ford 8" rear. Brakes
are configured as discs up front and drums in the rear.
Undercarriage
Not as showy as the top, more like driver quality conditions
underneath with surface rust on the exhaust, some residual oil on
the pan, and just signs of general use. Suspension bushings look
good and this car has a Mustang II front end and ladder bars with
coil overs out back. Dual exhaust runs into Turbo mufflers before
exiting straight out the back through beveled chrome tips.
Drive-Ability
The comfortable little cabin is just the right size for those who
don't like huge classics that can be difficult to wield. This one
is nimble in comparison, feeling like a compact car from 1930. A
turn of the key and the 350 bellows through dual exhaust and the
raked stance of the car enhances visibility over the blue nose. It
has respectable power and acceleration, fine straight tracking, and
very good handling. Every functional item on the car operated on
cue and correctly. 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.
If the state of the world has you feeling blue, there's only one
cure. A fun hobby car that's not too big, not too small, and packs
a punch with a venerable V8. This baby blue ride might present in a
calming hue but has all the ingredients of a raucous little street
rod, a wolf in sheep's clothing, if you will. It's a well sorted
ride in a color we rarely see. Time to kick the daily driver out of
the garage, baby blue is coming home!
Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and
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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