1928 Ford A Sport Coupe Hot Rod

Description

After 18 years and more than 15,000,000 units of the iconic Model T, Ford would unveil the new Model A in 1927. The Model A was offered with a selection of body styles that would suit almost every taste and purpose, from a full-size Fordor Sedan to a sleek two-door Sports Coupe; Ford’s Model A offerings even included a taxicab, truck, and vehicles for commercial use. The model A was the first Ford to be offered with a standard set of driver controls, configured with a conventional clutch, brake, and throttle providing enthusiasts with an incredibly enjoyable and relatable driving experience. Power came from an “L-head” inline four-cylinder engine producing around 40 horsepower, more than suitable for the period.

Today, those 40 horses won’t cut it, and now this 1928 Model A Sport Coupe is powered by a ’66 Mustang 289 Cleveland V8 with an automatic transmission. It also features Mustang II front suspension, 1978 Lincoln Mark VII rear, four-wheel disc brakes, and a 3-inch chop to the canvas top, adding to the modern feel with a classic look.

Highlights

• Original 1928 all-steel body

• Factory fixed canvas top with 3-inch chop

• Powered by a Ford 289 cu-in Cleveland V8 bored .040 over

• Edelbrock cam, lifters, intake manifold, and carburetor

• Custom paint and "ghost” flames

• 1978 Lincoln Mark VII rear end with TCI suspension

• Wilwood Classic 11" front brakes

• Custom leather interior with African Bubinga wood instrument panel

• The body number (4274128) decodes as being built September 1928

Features

• Boxed Model A frame

• 1976 Mustang II front subframe and suspension

• American Racing wheels with Michelin Defender tires

• Four-wheel disc brakes

• Stewart Warner gauges

• Kenwood stereo

• Wood-rimmed “banjo” steering wheel

• Rear-mounted battery

• Chrome bumpers front and rear

• Running boards

Known Imperfections

• Windshield wipers inoperable

• Minor paint blemishes

• Smudge on driver’s headrest and seat

• Slight rust on engine tie down brackets

Included

• Detailed sales receipts from build inception

• Extra valve covers

• Alpine Stereo/CD radio

Ownership History

This 1928 Ford A Sport Coupe, known as “Stella,” has been a fixture in the Rochester, Massachusetts, area for years. The consignor is the third owner since Stella’s transformation into a classic street rod.