Vehicle Description
1931 Ford Model A Coupe
So you think Model A enthusiasm is fading out? Guys aging out of
the Model A hobby? Well, guess again. In our more than six years in
business, dozens of Model A's have left the mall with a new owner.
We must admit, it's been a little surprising to us too, but we're
thrilled to have represented so many fine automobiles. They're
incredibly varied and versatile and different iterations of 1931
Model A's have come through our Hallowed Halls; fordor sedans,
coupes, roadsters, Victorias, pickups, delivery panels, huckster
woodies, tudors, phaetons, and of course, a slew of hot rods.
For consignment, a 1931 Ford Model A couple showing 92,402 miles
but the true miles are unknown. 1931 was the final full model year
for the Model A and 626,579 units were produced, part of the nearly
5 million that were produced since 1927. This car presents with a
combination of originality and touches of more modern
additions.
Exterior
Red oxide primer covers the car, giving off patina vibes of a car
well driven and this contrasts with the 15" steel wheels painted
red and dressed with a trim ring and wrapped in white wall tires.
Nothing on the exterior veers from authenticity, from the
classically tall grille, the articulated fenders and running board,
headlight placement, to the motometer. The brightwork is not
perfect and the vinyl roof cover shows some age, but the body is
mostly straight, glass is intact, and the car is drivable without
the uneasiness of tooling around in a concours level restoration.
There's an unevenness to the coating that gives the car a rugged
look but deeper imperfections include cracked paint, cracked
filler, and some rust spots.
Interior
The black vinyl door cards, column stitched, are intact and show a
bit of age with some separation at the top and indentation where it
meets the seats. A black stitched vinyl bench seat in the same
stitched pattern is in nice shape with some waviness to the piping
the only notable flaw, and it's slight. The steering wheel is
slightly faded and shows hairline cracks at the base of 3 of the 4
spokes but is wonderfully authentic and trails down to the black
painted dash with a center instrument panel and round gauges that
have patina. Patina is also found on the shifter rod but the handle
is a billet piston, while black loop carpet on the floor is in
decent condition and stitched vinyl walls the footwells. Our
headliner is very nice and its white color continues down to frame
the windows. The trunk is barren and has some surface rust and like
the rest of the car, might benefit from some paint.
Drivetrain
Appearance is driver quality on the 201ci inline 4 cylinder engine
rated at 40 horsepower. It is fueled by a 1-barrel carburetor and
tied to a 3-speed manual transmission sending those forty horses to
the rear axle and 3.78 gears. Mechanical drum brakes are equipped
on the front and rear wheels.
Undercarriage
Driver quality underneath as well with some typical surface rust
and significant oil and grease build up on the transmission and oil
pan. A stock style muffler is part of the single exhaust system
that terminates under the car and suspension is composed of
transverse leaf springs front and rear.
Drive-Ability
The car might have a dull exterior, (for now), but shines on the
test loop and other than the typical suspension creaks, rolls
effortlessly around the lap. The bench is comfortable and
visibility is good other than the usual blind spot. The minimal
items to check all function and it rows through the gears with
ease.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.
This Model A presents some interesting options. Drive as is and
enjoy a worry free experience while still garnering looks of
admiration. This is also an excellent candidate for full
restoration, it's got great bones and, in that respect, is a
diamond in the rough. Now, if you already have a show ready Model
A, here's one that's more of a driver! You can have one for show
and one for go! The Model A game is strong, and we'd love for you
to join the team with this great find!
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.
With so many great cars, you know we have a lot to talk about, and
we do that each week on the Classic Auto Mall Podcast with host
Stewart Howden. Stewart discusses new inventory as well as trends
in consignments and car prices, while interviewing celebrities and
automotive professionals about amazing cars and their history. Tune
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