1931 FORD MODEL A PHAETON Engine No.4235114 Green with black interior Engine: four-cylinder, in-line, 200.5 cu. in., 40bhp at 2,200rpm; Gearbox: three-speed manual; Suspension: semi-elliptic springs front and rear, solid axle; Brakes: four wheel mechanical drum. Left hand drive. Probably no event in the pre-war automotive world was more awaited than the introduction of the Model A Ford in 1927. When the Model T Ford dwindled down from being the best-selling car on earth to a precious few sales, there were those who thought Henry Ford had 'lost it' and that time had passed him by. His son, Edsel, is given the credit for suggesting that Henry replace the Model T with something more modern. He was snubbed for his efforts but, eventually, Henry came around and the Model A Ford was introduced in 1927 as a 1928 model. The Model A had a high body with a flat vertical windshield and was more attractive than the antique looking 'T'. It was an extremely simple car and was much easier to drive than the Model T. The engine was an in-line L-head four with a three bearing crankshaft made of carbon-manganese steel displacing 200.5 cu. in. The horsepower was rated at 40bhp at 2,200rpm. It had a lot of other desirable features too including three forward speeds, cable-operated four wheel brakes, Houdaille double hydraulic shock absorbers, welded wire wheels and worm and peg steering. The price was $500 for the basic Model A Tudor and the color choices were grey, green or black. Among the options were a variety of models from the two-door roadster, to the coupe, to the flatbed pickup truck to the very attractive Ford Phaeton. The Ford Phaeton provides an ideal family touring car with comfortable seating for four adults. This example is representative of an older restoration and the paintwork is beginning to show its age. The car comes with wind wings, spare wheel cover and a large trunk on the rear. There are a number of differing Model A owners clubs who actively organize tours, meetings and restoration/technical advice.
1931 FORD MODEL A PHAETON Engine No.4235114 Green with black interior Engine: four-cylinder, in-line, 200.5 cu. in., 40bhp at 2,200rpm; Gearbox: three-speed manual; Suspension: semi-elliptic springs front and rear, solid axle; Brakes: four wheel mechanical drum. Left hand drive. Probably no event in the pre-war automotive world was more awaited than the introduction of the Model A Ford in 1927. When the Model T Ford dwindled down from being the best-selling car on earth to a precious few sales, there were those who thought Henry Ford had 'lost it' and that time had passed him by. His son, Edsel, is given the credit for suggesting that Henry replace the Model T with something more modern. He was snubbed for his efforts but, eventually, Henry came around and the Model A Ford was introduced in 1927 as a 1928 model. The Model A had a high body with a flat vertical windshield and was more attractive than the antique looking 'T'. It was an extremely simple car and was much easier to drive than the Model T. The engine was an in-line L-head four with a three bearing crankshaft made of carbon-manganese steel displacing 200.5 cu. in. The horsepower was rated at 40bhp at 2,200rpm. It had a lot of other desirable features too including three forward speeds, cable-operated four wheel brakes, Houdaille double hydraulic shock absorbers, welded wire wheels and worm and peg steering. The price was $500 for the basic Model A Tudor and the color choices were grey, green or black. Among the options were a variety of models from the two-door roadster, to the coupe, to the flatbed pickup truck to the very attractive Ford Phaeton. The Ford Phaeton provides an ideal family touring car with comfortable seating for four adults. This example is representative of an older restoration and the paintwork is beginning to show its age. The car comes with wind wings, spare wheel cover and a large trunk on the rear. There are a number of differing Model A owners clubs who actively organize tours, meetings and restoration/technical advice.
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