1931 Ford Model A Convertible Cabriolet
For consignment, a 1931 Ford Model A Convertible Cabriolet. During their years of production, 54,090 cabriolets were produced but due to the plethora of models available, that was only 1.25% of total production! It has a slant window and indented firewall which means this car was produced after April, 1931.
Exterior
Basic Black covers the car and contrasts with green wire wheels and wide white wall tires. Nothing on the exterior veers from authenticity, from the classically tall grille, the articulated fenders and running board, headlight placement, to the motometer and landau bars of the convertible top. The brightwork is not perfect, the tan canvas top has some staining, and the spare wheel cover is discolored, but the body is arrow straight and the car is drivable without the uneasiness of tooling around in a concours level restoration. Don't get us wrong, this Model A has the right ingredients and imperfections are minor, and if you wanted a concours Ford, this car would present a head start. The paint has some checking throughout and a few scratches in addition to previous blems mentioned.
Interior
The black vinyl door cars are intact and show a bit of age with the driver's door having sustained some damage on the inside bottom corner. A black stitched vinyl bench seat is in similar condition with a few flaws but otherwise in decent condition. The steering wheel is faded and shows one hairline crack but is wonderfully authentic and trails down to the black painted dash with a center instrument panel and round gauges that have patina. Patina is also found on the shifter rod and knob and the rubberized mat on the floor. Out back, the rumble seat appears in good condition and doubles the fun of owning a Model
Drivetrain
Appearance is driver quality on the 201ci inline 4 cylinder engine rated at 40 horsepower. It is fueled by a 1-barrel carburetor and tied to a 3-speed manual transmission sending those forty horses to the rear axle and 3.77 gears. Mechanical drum brakes are equipped on the front and rear wheels.
Undercarriage
Driver quality underneath as well with episodes of surface rust and significant oil presence on the transmission and the rear differential which may be emitting from the pinion seal. Residual oil is seen on the oil pan, and some has drifted onto the frame. There's surface rust on the transverse leaf springs and some grease build up on the wheel components with a touch of invasive rust on the battery tray and a hole in the muffler. That stock style muffler is part of the single exhaust system that terminates under the car.
Drive-Ability
The car shines on the test loop and other than the typical suspension creaks, rolls effortlessly around the lap. The minimal items to check all function and it rows through the gears with ease.
This Model A presents some interesting options. Drive as is and enjoy a worry free experience while still garnering looks of admiration. This is also an excellent candidate for full restoration, it's got great bones and, in that respect, is a diamond in the rough. Now, if you already have a show ready Model A, here's one that's more of a driver! You can have one for show and one for go! The Model A game is strong, and we'd love for you to join the team with this great find!
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