Vehicle Description
1930 Ford Model A Depot Hack
Designer: Henry Ford
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Estimate: $15,000 - $25,000 Without Reserve
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Chassis Number: A2556169
Engine: 200 cid L-Head in-line 4-cylinder
1-barrel Carburetor/40 bhp
3-Speed Manual Transmission
Four Wheel Mechanical Drum Brakes
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Mechanically Reliable and Simple to Maintain
Solid Wood Body Construction, Attractive Color Combo
Multipurpose Vehicle Unlimited Uses
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The Model -As with its predecessor the Model T, Ford's second
generation Model A often found itself doing things that it was old
Henry Ford never even thought of. While its primary mission in life
was to be a family car, it was often pressed into commercial
applications as well. On those sturdy yet simple chassis one could
find tow-trucks, farm vehicles, pick-up trucks and even hearses and
ambulances. Starting with 1929, Ford even attempted to capture the
station wagon market by being the first car maker to offer such a
model straight from the factory. Even with assembly line models
filling those needs, there were still some companies that provided
after-market bodies and a good number of home craftsmen played
their hand at making custom bodies. Ford's Model A from 1928 to
1931 was a major leap forward in the automobiles world and with
over five-million examples produced, today they are still highly
sought after and actually, fun to own and drive.
The Car - Even though the factory started offering a factory
supplied station wagon, often referred to as a depot hack, there
were all sorts of home-built creations that could carry passenger,
cargo or just about anything one needed to transport. This vehicle
appears to have been hand crafted, though there is no known history
about the builder. Starting with a restored chassis and running
gear, the hood and cowl are from the 1930 model year, while the
engine was assembled and numbered during the month of October 1929.
This unique vehicle appears to have been built as a touring wagon
or possibly for use in local parades. It would be perfect for
taking guests around a large estate or ranch, or for those who are
civic minded, what better way to promote a company, a cause or an
organization than this open-air beauty. Including the driver, it
would make a perfect ride for four, a couple more if you don't mind
squeezing in center seat passengers. Original Ford wire spoke
wheels have been retained, painted in a vibrant red hue, body sides
appear to be of sturdy quality pine with rugged construction
throughout. A fun ride that will take you just about anywhere you
want to go. � �
