1913 Ford Model T Huckster

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Built on Henry Ford’s rugged Model T chassis, the Huckster wasn’t a factory model but a purpose-built wooden delivery body, typically crafted by local coachbuilders to suit shopkeepers, farmers, and tradesmen. Each was configured uniquely to suit whatever purpose was originally needed.

With its simple four-cylinder engine and legendary durability, the Model T could make its way along rutted roads that challenged horses and wagons, and the Huckster transformed the car into a rolling storefront. Grocers, bakers, and produce sellers loaded crates of goods and drove them directly to customers, reshaping rural commerce.

This open-bodied 1913 Huckster is equipped with a 177ci inline-four engine, mated to a two-speed planetary manual transmission, as opposed to a sliding‑gear manual like most vehicles of the era. The Ford features a stained wooden body and truck bed with a black painted hood, fenders, and running boards, and the top is covered with black leatherette. Additional features include 30‑inch wooden artillery wheels and a wood-rimmed steering wheel.

This 1913 Ford Model T Huckster is now offered by the seller on behalf of its current owner at no reserve with a clean Michigan title.

Highlights

• Stained wood body with black-painted hood, fenders, and running boards

• Top is covered with black leatherette

• Black button-tufted leather upholstery

• 177ci inline-four, side‑valve, L-head engine

• Two-speed planetary manual transmission housed in the engine crankcase

Equipment

• Foot pedal operated with hand lever for clutch and brakes

• Mechanical drum brakes

• Magneto ignition system

• Acetylene headlamps and oil side lamps

• Squeeze‑bulb horn

• 30‑inch wooden artillery wheels

• Bench seat

• Wood-rimmed steering wheel

• Wood Huckster body

Known Imperfections

• Wheel rims are scuffed

• T. Eaton Co. tires are cracked and worn

• Paint flaws, cosmetic imperfections, and wear to interior materials

Additional Information

• A replacement VIN plate has been installed