For Sale: 1929 Ford Model A in Newfield, New Jersey

Classic hot rod styling, open-air driving, and modernized road manners come together in this 1929 Ford Roadster Pickup Street Rod. Built around a custom frame and fitted with a well-chosen combination of components, this pickup has the traditional look enthusiasts want while offering far better comfort, braking, and drivability than an original Model A-era truck.

Power comes from a mid-1980s Buick 3.8-liter V6, casting number 25514290, paired with a 200-4R automatic transmission. The overdrive transmission makes this street rod much more comfortable at highway speeds, while a Ford 9-inch rear end provides a strong and proven foundation out back. Dual exhaust gives the V6 a distinctive tone and completes the traditional street rod setup.

The chassis has been extensively upgraded with a Mustang II-style front suspension, coil-over suspension, and front disc brakes. These improvements provide more precise steering, better ride quality, and more confident stopping performance than the original 1929 design. A custom frame ties the entire build together, giving the truck a solid foundation designed around its modern drivetrain and suspension components.

The body combines a Bitchin Products fiberglass cab with steel fenders, running boards, hood, and pickup bed. A custom flip-open hood provides easy access to the engine compartment, while removable engine side panels allow the truck to be shown in either a more traditional closed-hood configuration or with the drivetrain exposed. Oak bed rails add a warm, handcrafted touch to the rear of the truck and complement the vintage pickup styling.

Up front, a chrome windshield frame adds a polished accent, while the canvas convertible top rides on a chrome frame and provides some protection when the weather changes. The open roadster layout remains one of the most enjoyable aspects of the build and gives this pickup the unmistakable feel of a traditional early Ford hot rod.

Inside, the custom theme continues with Classic Instruments gauges, a chrome tilt steering column, and a Lokar floor shifter. A third brake light has been neatly integrated into the cab, adding a useful safety improvement without disrupting the overall appearance. The electrical system has been modernized with a Ron Francis wiring harness and compact fuse panel, supported by a 12-volt charging system.

Saddle-style fuel tanks have been incorporated into the build, and an emergency brake adds another practical feature for regular use. Vintage Air conditioning has also been installed, although the system currently needs service before returning to operation.

This Roadster Pickup has been built as a driver rather than a strictly period-correct restoration. The combination of overdrive automatic transmission, Mustang II front suspension, coil-overs, front disc brakes, tilt steering, modern wiring, and air conditioning makes it far more approachable for regular cruising while still retaining the classic hot rod character that makes a 1929 Ford-style pickup so appealing.

For someone looking for a distinctive early Ford street rod with a practical drivetrain and a thoughtfully upgraded chassis, this 1929 Ford Roadster Pickup offers a great combination. Its custom frame, Buick V6, 200-4R overdrive, Ford 9-inch rear, steel exterior components, roadster top, and traditional styling make it a fun and unique classic ready for cruise nights, local shows, and weekend driving.

South Jersey Classics is a 10,000-square-foot classic and specialty collector automobile dealer, featuring 50+ vehicles. This vehicle is located in our showroom in Newfield, NJ. Our Dealership is on US Route 40 just off New Jersey Route 55, Exit 39B heading towards Elmer, NJ; conveniently just 40 Minutes East of Philadelphia, 40 Minutes West from the Major New Jersey Shore Points, and 30 minutes North of the Delaware Memorial Bridge. Our Showroom is conveniently accessible from all major Southern New Jersey Roadways including New Jersey Turnpike, I-295, I-76, NJ Route 42, NJ Route 55, US Route 40, Atlantic City Expressway, and New Jersey Parkway. Our website is www.SJClassics.com and our phone number is (856) 521-0832. Don't hesitate to contact us anytime for more information or to come to see the vehicle in person. Please be sure to view all of our HD photos directly at our website www.SJClassics.com for the best viewing experience