1921 Ford Model T One Ton Truck

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

The Model T was introduced to the world in 1908 with the basic premise that it should be affordable, simple to operate, and durable. One of the first mass-production vehicles, "The Universal Car” was manufactured at Ford’s revolutionary Highland Park Plant. The innovative car featured the placement of the steering wheel on the left side, providing passengers with convenient entry and exit from the vehicle. The engine block and crankcase were cast as a single unit and the Model T was one of the first automobiles to have a removable cylinder head for easy access, with the vehicle utilizing the lightweight but strong alloy known as vanadium steel. The nimble transmission of the Model T simplified shifting, and constant improvements and innovations that would follow propelled the world towards a more urban lifestyle. With more than 15,000,000 Model T’s sold, it was so popular Henry Ford once said: “There’s no use trying to pass a Ford, because there’s always another one just ahead.”

Robert A. Jones, a successful businessman and second-generation leader of the still going concern, Jones Brothers Contracting of Mount Juliet, Tennessee, had an innate understanding of the many heavy duty machines that were a part of the family business.  Early on, Mr. Jones turned that knowledge into a passion for road cars and acquired his first collector car in 1969, at the age of 35 — the famous Ford Model T.  That single and simple pre-war car sparked a passion that never tempered for Mr. Jones and eventually, influenced by the more common Jones family marque of choice, his passions would burn even brighter for early Chevrolets.  As his collection grew and changed over the years, his interests were focused on displaying the cars at regional shows and concours, as well as still driving many of his road-worthy classics.  Hagerty Marketplace is proud to offer The Jones Collection, entirely without reserve, comprising some long-treasured vehicles from his personal collection.

Highlights 

• Offered from The Jones Collection 

• Long-term 54 year ownership by The Jones Collection 

• Part of Ford’s “Business Utility” model line described as “A valuable servant in the city and country for the Manufacturer, Merchant, Contractor, Builder and Farmer...” 

• A utilitarian American icon 

• Powered by a 177 cu-in four-cylinder engine rated at 20 horsepower when new  

• Planetary transmission

• Please note that this truck is not equipped with an odometer thus, the true mileage is unknown

Features 

• Finished in Black over Black vinyl seating 

• Rear window 

• Electric start as well as hand-crank starting 

• Oak wood bed ladder-style rack 

• Fold down rear tailgate 

• Based on the Model T, the One Ton Truck differentiated itself with: 

• Longer, heavier frame 

• 125 inch wheel base 

• Worm drive and crown wheel rear end 

• Heavy-duty rear wheels 

• Small step side running board 

Known Imperfections 

• Please note that all of the lots in The Jones Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation, in a climate-controlled facility.  The Hagerty Marketplace Team endeavored to bring most back to running potential, however, as a result of their extended static display, all lots will benefit from additional mechanical attention before being driven to address any imperfections associated with long-term storage or individual preferences. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

• The engine serial number dates to a Model T built in April 1925 

• Paint bubbling on the driver’s side front fender 

• Scratches on the body from hood   

• Cracking and damage to paint throughout  

• Paint spidering throughout  

Included 

• Purchase receipt from Greer & Boehms Realty Auction Sales dated 31 October 1970 

Ownership History

Acquired in Columbia, Tennessee in 1970, this 1921 Ford Model T Roadster Truck has been a representative example of agrarian Americana within The Jones Collection for the past 54 years.

Additional Notes

Titled by engine number 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Ramsey Potts  Phone: 912.508.4096  email: rpotts@hagerty.com