1928 Ford Model A Hot Rod

Description

After 20 years of producing the world-famous Model T, the new Ford Model A made its debut in 1928. In advance of this, all Ford factories saw a global production pause for retooling and retraining. It is said that the total cost for these efforts was approximately $100,000,000 in 1927 - a colossal sum, even today before adjusting for inflation!  Aside from being the first Ford product to wear the iconic “Blue Oval,” the 1928 Ford Model A was all new “from radiator cap to rear axle.” The new Ford sported a longer wheelbase, a longer overall length, a lower height and now standard steel-spoke wheels. The Model A’s mechanicals were also improved, with a larger, 200.5 cu-in engine rated at 40 horsepower. The Model A, especially the two-door Roadster model, became a hotrodders delight with widely available performance parts, and the boundless creativity of those who wished to modify their Model A for performance.

Highlights

• Offered from The John Wilson Collection of Fallbrook, California after 13 years of ownership

• Built with a new steel roadster body and fenders

• Finished in black with a black vinyl interior and a tan canvas non-folding removable top

• Aluminized engine block

• Desirable Cragar Overhead Valvewith a Model B block

• Downdraft aluminum intake with a Winfield SRcarburetor

• 12-volt electrical system with alternator

• Dropped front axle

• Hydraulic brakes

• 16-inch painted Ford wire wheels with 6.00 - 16 Firestone tires

• Offered with 39,865 miles at the time of listing; however, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• Electric fuel pump

• Mallory distributor

• Original style Sparton horn

• Dual exhaust system with glass pack mufflers

• Rear mounted-spare tire

• Chrome Ford headlamps

• Chrome windshield frame

• Chrome bumpers front and rear

• Chrome hood latches

• Chrome side view mirror

• Wind wings

• Single drum taillight

• Trunk-mounted battery

Known Imperfections

• An older restoration that is showing some age with various paint and brightwork flaws

• Leak/weep at the water pump to the radiator manifold

• Please note that all vehicles offered from The John Wilson Collection of Fallbrook, California are currently in non-running condition following long-term storage in a climate-controlled storage building

Ownership History

This Model A Roadster Hot Rod entered The John Wilson Collection of Fallbrook, California in September 2011.

Additional Notes

Title in transit.

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

Contact: Donnie Gould Phone: 954.647.0779 email: donnie.gould@broadarrowgroup.com

Please note that all vehicles purchased from The John Wilson Collection of Fallbrook, California will need special arrangements for pick up as they are currently stored in a residential area with steep hills that will not accommodate large transport vehicles. It is recommended that a local flat-bed be used to transport them off the property.