I just brought home a 1930 A. It’s like a museum on wheels, all the hands that worked on it. Have a lot to do on the old car. Enjoy the experience, I certainly am.
So glad for you. Whatever you paid, the smile on your face tells all. Enjoy your new car and take all the time to put it back in top condition that it deserves. You have a piece of history. Can't wait for the finished product. Dave
Check that fan for cracks. That’s the one weak point in the Model A engine. Those engines run forever, which is why the rest of the car looks so exhausted. Also, don’t downshift into first until you are almost completely stopped.
Thats the important thing! Im so happy for you! Hope you and your friend able to lube her and get a roof on her and seats and head liner with interior trim and paint her. Way to go! Enjoy in good health!
From one model A ow ner to anot her, Join a model a club, You will get a lot of help. Buy the Model A ford repair book volume 1, the red book by Les Andrews. When you start it put your spark lever up then pull it down when it starts. I bought my first Model A in 1959 when I was 16. Still have it and 3 others. I live in Tennessee and will offer help if you have questions. Congratulations and welcome to the best hobby in the world..
When I was in high school in 1968 I had a chance to buy a 30 model A two door. The man selling it drove it to my house to show it to my mother. She was not impressed and would not let me buy it. The price was 80 dollars.
don't know if you look at Merlins old school garage but he's done quite a few model A video's lately. good info. enjoyed good find. though I might like to have one till I saw you try to get out. then rethought. hell to be old. any way good fine and enjoyed
If this is in fact an early 1931 Model A (late '31 had an indented firewall and the fuel shutoff was under the hood) the radiator shell would be incorrect for that year. The shell is definitely 1930 (stainless top with blue Ford logo) not 1931. So, despite what the title may say, your "new" old Model A Ford looks more like a 1930 car than a 1931. But one thing is for sure. Your model A is going to be fun to restore and enjoyable to drive. Congratulations and good luck.
I have a ‘31 Tudor, and I’ve had the coil wire fall out as well! Easy fix fortunately. You have an awful lot of work ahead of you if you want to restore it, but have fun with it. Get to know Snyder’s Antique Autos in OH soon! Please keep it stock.
I have known this car and the former owner his name was bill bratton and he passed away this time last year. His son sold it to the man you bought it from. I painted the wheels in 91 or 92 for bill. I don't think he drove a mile on them they were new tires then If you would like me to put you in contact with his son let me know
Cool video. Did you get the chance to learn Gary’s bodywork skills when you were younger? He would’ve loved that car. Are you going to fix it up like new? Glad to see you back at it making videos.
Unfortunately I was still young when my grandpa passed so he hasn't got into teaching me body work. He did teach me a lot of other automotive things. Someday the model A will get restored but until then I intend to drive it and enjoy it a lot!
Nope. I have athrogryposis. I was born with dislocated hips, bilateral clubbed feet, and clubbed left hand. Doctored at Shriners for my first 18 years. They got me put together enough to lead a normal life. I'm very blessed. A lot of people with my disability aren't so lucky.
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I just brought home a 1930 A. It’s like a museum on wheels, all the hands that worked on it. Have a lot to do on the old car. Enjoy the experience, I certainly am.
So glad for you. Whatever you paid, the smile on your face tells all. Enjoy your new car and take all the time to put it back in top condition that it deserves. You have a piece of history. Can't wait for the finished product. Dave
Mighty model A s have been my All Time favourite car; ever since I was six.
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So happy for your 31 Model A rescue! Lord bless you and your family.
Congrats to the "proud owner of a Model A". I love. It.!!
I bought a 31 Fordor this summer, they are the most fun you can with yer pants on! Enjoy!
Congratulations on the Model A purchase. If you ever drive her in Central Illinois we would love to see the car. Central Illinois A's club.
Congrats on the Model A! You’ll love it I’m sure.
I have found many good old cars in Iowa. My 46 Ford came from there. Great lookin Model A, congrats.😊
I can't wait to have that smile on my face like you have in that A.
First drive, first breakdown,first repair, first forget all in one trip lol
Check that fan for cracks. That’s the one weak point in the Model A engine. Those engines run forever, which is why the rest of the car looks so exhausted. Also, don’t downshift into first until you are almost completely stopped.
Thats the important thing! Im so happy for you! Hope you and your friend able to lube her and get a roof on her and seats and head liner with interior trim and paint her. Way to go! Enjoy in good health!
Love model As! Great video! Look forward to seeing what you do with it!
I would recommend joining MAFCA or MARC.
From one model A ow
ner to anot
her, Join a model a club, You will get a lot of help. Buy the Model A ford repair book volume 1, the red book by Les Andrews. When you start it put your spark lever up then pull it down when it starts. I bought my first Model A in 1959 when I was 16. Still have it and 3 others. I live in Tennessee and will offer help if you have questions. Congratulations and welcome to the best hobby in the world..
When I was in high school in 1968 I had a chance to buy a 30 model A two door. The man selling it drove it to my house to show it to my mother. She was not impressed and would not let me buy it. The price was 80 dollars.
Awesome car I hope you fix it to stay original
Congrats
don't know if you look at Merlins old school garage but he's done quite a few model A video's lately. good info. enjoyed good find. though I might like to have one till I saw you try to get out. then rethought. hell to be old. any way good fine and enjoyed
It's a little hard for me to get in and out. I gotta move the seat back about 2 inches and it'll be much better
If this is in fact an early 1931 Model A (late '31 had an indented firewall and the fuel shutoff was under the hood) the radiator shell would be incorrect for that year. The shell is definitely 1930 (stainless top with blue Ford logo) not 1931. So, despite what the title may say, your "new" old Model A Ford looks more like a 1930 car than a 1931.
But one thing is for sure. Your model A is going to be fun to restore and enjoyable to drive. Congratulations and good luck.
It is early 31. No indentation
I have a ‘31 Tudor, and I’ve had the coil wire fall out as well! Easy fix fortunately. You have an awful lot of work ahead of you if you want to restore it, but have fun with it. Get to know Snyder’s Antique Autos in OH soon! Please keep it stock.
Thank you
Young fella says 1931. Seller said 1930 ?? Hood morning and we are having more snow.😊
I have known this car and the former owner his name was bill bratton and he passed away this time last year. His son sold it to the man you bought it from. I painted the wheels in 91 or 92 for bill. I don't think he drove a mile on them they were new tires then
If you would like me to put you in contact with his son let me know
OMG, that guy wouldn’t shut up. I hate listening to car sellers’ BS.
He was a really nice guy. I won't hold it against him that he was really talkative.
What did it cost you?
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Cool video. Did you get the chance to learn Gary’s bodywork skills when you were younger? He would’ve loved that car. Are you going to fix it up like new?
Glad to see you back at it making videos.
Unfortunately I was still young when my grandpa passed so he hasn't got into teaching me body work. He did teach me a lot of other automotive things. Someday the model A will get restored but until then I intend to drive it and enjoy it a lot!
Did you lose your right leg?
Nope. I have athrogryposis. I was born with dislocated hips, bilateral clubbed feet, and clubbed left hand. Doctored at Shriners for my first 18 years. They got me put together enough to lead a normal life. I'm very blessed. A lot of people with my disability aren't so lucky.
If you get frustrated with it, walk away, work on some other project .
Judge not, lest ye be judged.
Would had been a good video if he hadn't started cussing God
Agreed the language was not ideal