For Sale: 1931 Ford Model A in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1931 Ford Model A Fordor Sedan

Ford Motor Company introduced its all new Model A for 1928. Eight different passenger bodies were available, ranging from the basic $480 roadster convertible to the $585 Fordor enclosed sedan. The Model A's nickel radiator shell and full crown fenders gave it a sophisticated look inspired by Lincoln.

For consignment, a 1931 Ford Model A Fordor sedan showing 34,477 miles, but the true miles are unknown due to a title exemption. The car presents in nice drivable condition with vinyl bench seats on the inside.

Exterior
The classically two tone paint job is expressed with Ford Maroon and black, and she retains her vinyl roof as back in 1930, the technology did not exist to stamp a panel large enough to fit the entire roof, so it was left to be canvas with lath structure, modernized with vinyl. Beyond that, the enclosed cabin is fully enveloped in maroon paint with a drip rail and matching 19-inch wire wheels wrapped in white wall tires. Scroll lever door handles sit side by side on the reverse hinged doors while in front, a black painted light bar fronts a polished grille with black header ahead of the louvered hood and flanking cowl lights. In back, the spare tire splits the ribbon bumpers and a single tail light illuminates over the license plate. Imperfections include bubbles in the paint, overspray on some trim, a few chips and scratches throughout, and the edge of a fender arch missing paint.

Interior
Black grain vinyl takes the place of any mohair or broadcloth that may have come with the car, and it presents handsomely on the door panels complete with carpeted lowers. Inside, two bench seats also wear the column tufted black vinyl, nicely stuffed and in great shape. Forward controls do not veer from original with a four spoke steering wheel and instrument cluster in the center with some wonderful patina against the maroon and black metal dash. Textured rubber makes up the floor covering, showing some cracks in few places but presentable front and rear while a tall shifter rises from the flat floor up front. Our headliner is a long smooth piece of black vinyl which is mirrored in the side walls and inner pillar covers.

Drivetrain
Under the hood cover is a driver quality 201ci inline four cylinder putting out 40 horsepower and fueled by a 1-barrel carburetor. It is mated to a 3-speed manual transmission routing power to the rear axle and 3.78 gears. The car retains its 6 volt system.

Undercarriage
Typical surface rust is found along with a substantial build up of gunk on the transmission and some on the knuckles and rear differential. Here we find mechanical drum brakes on all four wheels and transverse leaf springs at both ends. A single exhaust presents in good condition, flows through a stock style muffler and terminates just before the rear axle.

Drive-Ability
We pilot this near centenarian onto the test loop where it wouldn't win any drag races, but sure beats a horse and buggy! Meanwhile, it tracks smooth and straight and visibility through its extensive greenhouse is very good with the height giving a truck-like ride. We note the horn and headlights are not working but all other 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.

Here's one you can drive and enjoy and not fear that first paint chip or hole in the upholstery. It's got good color, a straight body, and a stately profile. Fordors like this don't last long at the mall so we'd encourage swift action if you're interested!

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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