FS: 1930s Model A Fordor

[BoPeep]

Fresh barn find!! Great project for the hot rodder or the classic car enthusiast!

A little project that my husband and I took on two years ago . . . and it's still sitting untouched. Came to the realization that it's just too much for us to do at this time (and not the only hot rod in the barn begging for attention). We understood it to be a 1930 although we've had comments that it could be a '28 or '29 based on subtle styling differences. The metal is in great condition. Wood, interior and glass need to be replaced. No engine. Has a dropped front axle with juice brakes and 8" ford rear axle on ladder bars. Comes with extra set of doors, visor, and box of misc interior parts. No title. Asking $2700. More pictures available upon request. Please PM for exact location.

 

[FountainPenGirl]

Hi, Bo Peep. You're correct. It is a '30 car but it has a '28-'29 hood and radiator shell. You can the difference by that the 28-29 bodys had a step inward to the hood and the 30-31 the cowl blended smoothly into the hood. Note how the hood hinge doesn't line up with the body trim line. The correct hood would have the hinge lined up. Also the 28-29 radiator shell is more rounded and not as tall as the 30-31. I actually have a '29 Pickup sitting right here in front of me. I was just at work doing my morning computer stuff and thought I would see whats going on at the lounge. What I actually do is my dad and I have an auto restoration business. We do collector and classic mechanical restoration. We don't get into painting and body work because there are plenty of people around that can make things look good but not many that can make them work right to the point where you can drive them everyday. My dad has been in the garage business for over 60 years. We've had the present shop for 42 years. We did late model work up to about '94 and decided we just didn't like it anymore. It's fun now because we work with stuff that's considered collectable today that was just everyday cars when dad and then even when I started. I come up with a slogan for the shop. In business since old cars weren't old. I also restore tube era radios and audio equipment so I get a lot of car radios. Well pardon me for going on. I've noticed that you're car people and I've wanted to introduce myself. We've traded a couple of posts but never brought up cars. It's nice that there's another gal out there in this part of the country with similar interests.

 

[BoPeep]

Thanks for the info! We must take a drive up your way to visit the shop. I think we could easily spend an afternoon kicking tires and swapping stories. I'm not as much of a gearhead as I perhaps come off to be. lol But after being with my husband for so long, a bit has rubbed off. Have you ever been on the H.A.M.B. message board? http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/ A board solely for pre-65 traditionalist hot rodders. Guys who build 'em to drive 'em in the classic style. No billet, no EFI, no digital gauges. There is a ladies group on that board, also, and they know how to turn a wrench. Great bunch of girls!

 

[cookie]

What would a full rebuild of that car cost in America?

 

[Bruce Wayne]

What would a full rebuild of that car cost in America?

Well now it depends. If You know your way around vehicles, it would cost a lot less than if you just sent it somewhere & gave them a blank check & instructions.

 

[Rats Riley]

Very tempting. I'm even in the neighborhood. I just can't tackle a new project like that right now.

 

[Land-O-LakesGal]

I am sorry to see you let this go. Now my husband on the other hand needs to unload one or two of his 5 vehicles.

 

[57plymouth]

What would a full rebuild of that car cost in America?

The last car I built had over $18K in parts alone. I started with a more complete car than this one, and I drove it every day for a year before I restored it. Of course, labor is not included in that tally.

 

[BoPeep]

Rats Riley - maybe you just need to come up for a *look.* I'd even throw in a free puppy.

57plymouth - Did you do a full resto on a 30s sedan or a 57 Plymouth? That's quite the price tag especially if it was a reliable driver before the rebuild. We're not afraid of scrapyards and a lot of elbow grease. Everyone's idea of a "rebuild project" varies greatly depending on what they want for the end product, a trophy car or a driver. We're of the driver variety. Thanks for looking guys.

 

[undertaker]

From my experience this looks like a good place to start. Almost all Model A parts are offered in reproducions, the mechanics are simple, and the interior on these cars is usually fairly plain and simple. If it were not for the death threats that I recieved when I brought my last one home I might entertain the thoughts of this one myself . I had a Model T for several years and always wanted a Model A.

Regards,
J.S.

 

[57plymouth]

It was a nut and bolt restoration on a Dodge Lil Red Express truck. I took a beating when I sold it.

 

[Fletch]

Seems like a natural rod project, what with no engine, interior, etc. Can't recall too many classic rods made on a 4-door platform, however.

Ford actually called this the Town Sedan (7 windows). The Fordor Sedan had 5.

'29 Fordor

 

[57plymouth]

I must also say that the original car that is for sale at $2700 at the top is a SCREAMING good deal!

I have two project cars now, and can't justify the third or I would already own that one. An original body is worth more than the asking price in that condition.

 

[BoPeep]

THANK YOU! for your endorsement, 57plymouth. Sweet truck, btw. I've always liked those. And I've found that nobody is ever willing to pay for the emotional investment.

We have a rebuilt Flattie that we intended to use in this. It was going to be the "family car," considering it's a four-door and we're still wrestling with car seats for the kids. However we've gotten used to traveling in the '50 Chevy, our primary driver. My husband's also building a Lakes roadster from scratch. He's a mechanical engineer by day, mad fabricator by night. lol As does everyone, we have to prioritize where the money goes. This project is a great foundation and has a lot of potential for the right person.

 

[Atterbury Dodd]

If I didn't already want to buy a 41' Chevy Deluxe I would have been interested. Please don't say hot rod. That car would be so cool accurately restored.

 

[SamReu]

Model A watchin'

Hello all, I just stepped in to say I enjoyed reading this. I have a '31 Ford deluxe coupe, green/black fenders/straw wheels, and it's been a fun car.

A new (well, 1963) car has caught my eye, though, so the old Ford may go on the block. Anyone near Atlanta interested in a rumble-seat coupe?

 

[Shawn F.]

Any luck selling this thing? If you were closer I'd most likely take it off your hands. As for the Lil Red Express truck. I have seen that one or 20 like it here in NC and SC (I live right on the border). Every show I go to I see a few of them but I saw one on I-77 South in SC a few weeks ago.

 

[BoPeep]

Potential buyer in Ill if we can secure a legal historical document.