Vehicle Description
Not all Ford Model A roadsters were created equal. Not only is this
one a rare sight because it was not turned into a hot rod, but also
it's the extraordinary Deluxe model that has a more regal
appearance. And with the excellent color combination and condition
of this 1931 example, it's hard to find a better way to experience
vintage motoring.
The Model A was the Ford Motor Company's dive into style, and the
40-B Deluxe roadster like this one was one of the best ways they
showed it. This starts with the two-tone yellow paint with glossy
black fenders. These colors are bold on their own, and they also do
a great job of highlighting the red wire wheels with whitewall
tires. And part of what makes it a Deluxe model are the spares
mounted in each fender. But this one even gets the details right
like the great-looking folding roof, and the red pinstriping that
matches the wheel color (and Model A people know good ones have
this.) The rear folding luggage rack is made of wood with a chrome
surround. And if you like that brightwork, the Deluxe model not
only came with the classic bumpers and grille that make the Model
As iconic, but also the Deluxe's exclusive sports-style windshield
has a great-looking bright appearance.
Peek inside and you'll see the seats and door panels have been
restored in a great looking and durable brown vinyl. The exterior
color scheme continues on this dashboard, including the
pinstriping. All the gauges in the bright center panel look great,
and the auxiliary readouts below that do a great job of providing
more info while fitting in with the motif. The driver gets the
classic four-spoke steering for that true jaunty feeling. This is
the ideal sunny day friend, and if you have more than one companion
on your ambling road trips, there's even a rumble seat upholstered
to match the front seats.
When you open the hood, you'll see a very honest and correct 200
cubic-inch Ford four-cylinder motor. The historic Ford powerplant
is all about torque, and so it gives a rhythmic chug that feels
like being in charge of a mini locomotive as the tempo increases
with the acceleration. When you're driving with the top down on a
country road, this makes an industrial symphony of simplicity. The
three-speed manual transmission shifts cleanly with a quick
double-clutch and the brakes are effective for a vehicle with
modest performance and light weight. So, in total, this classic
Ford is still a fun runabout.
Every inch of this Model A Deluxe is an authentic and interesting
roadster that makes you want to drive to every car show. It's
turnkey ready to transport your senses to a bygone era. Call
today!!!
