Vehicle Description
1931 Ford Model A Tudor Sedan
There are two theories often debated for the origin of the Tudor
name. One theory says it came from the House of Tudor, the royal
house of Welsh and English origin. Tudor monarchs ruled the Kingdom
of England and dictatorial minded Henry Ford thought that was cool.
The other idea was that it was a marketing strategy and shortened
from the term "two door" just as Fordor is thought to have been
shortened from four door.
For consignment, a 1931 Ford Model A Tudor sedan showing 13,702
miles, but the true miles are unknown. This is a very nice street
rodded Model A with a 283ci V8 in front, nice paint, and a
luxurious red interior.
Exterior
Slightly raked and sitting lower than it would have in 1931, this
sedan is perched on 15-inch B/G wheels with staggered widths and
polished to perfection. The tires are staggered sized too and help
create that slightly nose down profile punctuated by the smooth
flowing front fenders and the upright, rounded rears, all in black
and connected by a wide running board. The steel body is single
stage pale yellow augmented by a red pinstripe that encircles the
cars with occasional ornamental dips and a red flourish on the
C-pillars. The black textured roof creates a sandwiching effect for
the yellow and an attractive profile while the front retains its
iconic Ford layout with round headlights flanking the classic
grille and flying quail ornament. Imperfections include some
scratches, minor bubbling on the bottom edge, and scuffs on the
fender.
Interior
Dark red cloth, officially Canyon Red, floods the interior
beginning on the door panels that include a stitched and speckled
detail as well as pleated map pockets. Modern-esque tall buckets
seats with velour like cloth occupy the front and look invitingly
comfortable and clean. A loveseat like rear bench includes an
armrest and blends in with the walls and ceiling covered in the
same, soft cloth. Up front, wood introduces some tasteful contrast
beginning on the rim of Grant steering wheel, then serving as the
sculpted faceplate for the Classic Instruments ivory faced gauges
with brass colored rings. Plush red carpet covers the floor and
surrounds a mid century Ford shifter and fuel shut off switch while
an overhead console holds the AM/FM radio amongst the finely
designed headliner.
Drivetrain
The engine has some polished components which dress up the 283ci
V8, topped by a Holley 4-barrel carburetor and mated to a TH350
3-speed automatic transmission sending power to the 10 bolt axle.
The engine appears clean and free of errant fluids or road
dirt.
Undercarriage
A finned differential cover starts things off and leads to a
relatively clean underside with minimal surface rust and some
residual oil on the pan. Stainless dual exhaust leads to Supertrapp
exhaust mufflers. Suspension here consists of a transverse leaf
spring up front and coil springs with a 3 ink in back. Drum brakes
are also in back with disc utilized in front.
Drive-Ability
This cozy interior is a very nice place to be, warm and welcoming
and providing a straightforward cockpit to pilot this yellow street
rod. So we did, taking the 283 onto the test loop where it
performed well, surefooted and quick, and emitting an exhaust note
that is intoxicating. In the case of the sound and soothing
surroundings, yes. The cherry on top of this red gutted ride is
that all functions operate 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.
According to our consignor, this steel bodied beauty has newer
tires and wheels, fuel pump, battery, shocks, and all the tune up
items. This is a turn key street rod that checks all the boxes for
looks, ride, and comfort. It's an older build as our consignor
tells us, but it will never go out of style in the street rod
world.
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I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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