1929 Ford Model A Highboy

Description

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Blending old school cars with modern mechanicals, hot rod enthusiasts have been changing the automotive landscape — and vernacular — for decades. The term “highboy” refers to a style of hot rod where the body is mounted on top of the frame, rather than having the frame “channeled” or lowered around the body. This gives the car a higher stance, hence the name. 

The term, which originated in the hot rod community during the 1940s and ’50s, originally referred to 1928-1932 Ford Model A roadsters that had their fenders and running boards removed, exposing the frame rails. These Fords were popular base models due to their iconic design and availability. 

This 1929 Ford Model A Highboy has had its fenders removed and wears custom paint and interior, chrome wheels, and larger tires in the rear. The open-top car is powered by a modern V8 engine mated to a three-speed automatic transmission, which replaced the original 200.5 cubic-inch inline four-cylinder engine and three-speed manual gearbox. It also has AutoMeter gauges, custom headlights, and multiple performance upgrades. 

Highlights 

• Finished in red paint over red/black vinyl interior 

• Powered by a 302 cu-in V8 engine with a mild camshaft, new Edelbrock 4-barrel carburetor, Edelbrock air cleaner top, and Shelby Cobra valve covers 

• Allstar Performance battery kill switch 

• Three-speed automatic transmission 

Features 

• All-steel body 

• New front disc brakes 

• Fuel cell located under the rear shelf 

• Windshield swings open from the bottom 

• AutoMeter instrumentation: 160 mph speedometer and odometer, with gauges for water temperature, oil pressure, fuel level, and battery voltage 

• 15-inch chrome wheels 

• Firestone 5.60-15 tires in front, Goodyear Polyglas GT L60-15 tires in rear 

Known Imperfections 

• Large paint chip below grille 

• Paint chip on edge of driver’s door 

• Two paint chips above rear driver’s side tire 

• Small tear on side of driver’s seat 

• Light paint imperfections on dash 

• Marks on rear seat 

Ownership History 

The consignor of this 1929 Ford Model A Highboy has owned it since April 2019.

Additional Notes  

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty. 

Contact: Craig Zimmerman  Phone: 586.707.5811‬  email: cszimmerman@hagerty.com