VERY SOLID MODEL A, RUMBLE SEAT, 200 CI I4, 3-SPEED, STOCK, RUNS & DRIVES GREAT!

We continue to believe that the Model A Ford is the best possible introduction to the old car hobby. Fun, andsome, eliable, nd with massive parts and knowledge support, his 1931 Ford Model A Deluxe Coupe delivers an authentic old car experience with a classic look that makes the Model A a perennial favorite.Mostly original but repainted a few years ago, his neat Deluxe coupe still looks sharp even though it's been a favorite tour car for many years. Despite being a low-cost car, ord offered a dizzying array of colors for the Model A, nd this one has been refinished in traditional black with a straw-colored pinstripe and matching wheels, hich was probably Henry Ford's personal favorite. Finish quality decent despite the age, nd while Model As are simple machines, etting them to fit together this well can be a challenge, o someone did their homework here. The paint has an appropriate shine but not a modern one, o it looks quite authentic and the pinstripes highlight the belt moldings, n echo of big brother Lincoln's upscale look. Ford's use of stainless steel was extensive, o it all got polished up and the bumpers give the car a bit of jewelry to go with its no-nonsense look. The rear-mounted spare has also been fitted with a tan vinyl cover that really dresses it up.The interior gets cloth mohair upholstery, hile the rumble seat is fitted with correct brown leatherette, nd it's quite possible that the upholstery is original. The driver's part of the seat in particular is pretty worn, ut then again, n a car that hasn't been fully restored, erhaps replacing it would be a mistake, t's hard to say. The instrument panel features a round speedometer, hich was introduced in late 1930, nd but the rest of the controls should be familiar, ncluding the ammeter and fuel gauge. Once you get it started, ou'll find it's easy to master driving a Model A with no special knowledge required, nd control action is light, ncluding steering and brakes. The rumble seat has probably been restored at some point, ffering comfortable, f somewhat cozy, ccommodations for two on black leatherette upholstery that's simple and easy to maintain.The tough little 200 cubic inch inline-four out-performs its spec sheet, nd you've never had 40 horsepower feel so energetic. Most of that is due to the engine's stout torque curve, hich pulls the little coupe around with enthusiasm. The engine runs superbly, s most Model As do, nd hasn't been "upgraded" with questionable mods that are never really necessary anyway. It's still got a Zenith updraft carb, standard generator, nd even the flat strips of copper that serve as ignition wires. This is an early-production '31 (probably fall of 1930), s evidenced by the flat firewall with glass fuel bowl, nd it has all the little stuff right, rom the paint on the block to the hose clamps and fabric hoses. A 3-speed manual transmission was your only choice in a Model A (brush up on your double-clutching!) as were mechanical brakes, hich are effective if maintained properly. 19-inch wire wheels are correct and wear right-sized 4.75/5.00-19 whitewall tires, hich really add some sparkle to the blue-collar Model A.These are simply wonderful cars to own and drive, nd if you haven't experienced the joy that is a Model A, his coupe is an excellent place to start. Call today!