For sale in our Chicago showroom is a unique 1931 Ford Model A.
Henry Ford was without a doubt a pioneer in auto manufacturing and
putting America on the road with his ingenious Model T. After it's
introduction in 1909 the masses were soon able to enjoy motoring
that was limited to the very rich. After a run that lasted until
1927 the basic and cheap engineering was about ready to be
overtaken by competitors like Chevrolet and Dodge that delivered a
more comfortable and easier to drive vehicle. At the resistance of
the genius himself the Model A was born and introduced America to
an affordable and easy to drive vehicle with styling and comfort in
mind. This Model A is very special. With a wide array of body
options beginning in 1928 the most fun was the roadster with an
open top and rumble seat but take a closer look and you will see
some subtle differences in this open top car. The body of this
classic is actually custom made and resembles a 2-door sedan which
allows for more driver comfort and an additional storage area
behind the front seats. In keeping with the historic presence of a
Model A and utilizing the reliable and simple engineering an inline
4cylinder was kept with all of the fun of a push-pedal starter and
adjustable ignition timing while being upgraded to an alternator
charging system. The dash and gauges are period correct and
functioning including the speedometer and fuel gauge. The exterior
of this car is lavished will all of the additional luxuries
available at the time including Ford spoke wheels with chrome caps,
wide whitewall tires, wing windows, dual side mounts, adjustable
vented hood doors, dual trumpet horns and rear lights made by
Duolamp and a driver controlled spot light. As you glance at the
back be sure to take notice of the wood luggage rack and a real
"trunk" that is believed to be from a Dusenberg. The term "trunk"
in modern cars came from people actually strapping a steamer trunk
on the back of a vehicle like this for storage but this beauty was
made by the Taylor corporation specifically for cars. This beauty
is adorned with gold pinstriping and the classic Art Deco styling
Located in our Chicago showroom, this custom 1931 Ford Model A
Roadster can be seen including an HD video and pictures at
www.gatewayclassiccars.com. For additional information please call
(708) 444-4488 or email
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be seen including an HD video and pictures at
www.gatewayclassiccars.com. For additional information please call
(708) 444-4488 or email
[email protected]