My wife has recently indicated an interest in having an antique car (has not been real interested in my 2 1/2 ton trucks!!) that we could enjoy together. Interested in Fords up to about 1932. I like the 1930 Model A, but really don't know anything about which years and models (A or T) are easier to own and drive. Any suggestions appreciated or leads to on-line sources of learning about the differences between model A's and model T's. Thanks!!!!!!

Go for the Model A. It is easier to drive in my opinion and you can change the rear end to allow it to move along at highway speeds without difficulty.

The A drives just like any modern automobile with a manual transmission. The T is in a league of its on as far as controls are concerned. I find the T intriguing. I have not driven one yet, but I intend to learn how one day if for no other reason, its something that not everybody knows how to do. The T is quite a bit slower than the A, so it may not be the answer for long trips (although it has been done). Check out <A HREF="http://www.mtfca.com" TARGET=_blank>www.mtfca.com</A> and <A HREF="http://www.mafca.com" TARGET=_blank>www.mafca.com</A> for info on the two vehicles.

I have neither owned nor driven a Model T nor a Model A. So take all this with a big grain of salt <P>One observation: In my local area the Model T club seems to be much more active than the Model A club.<P>The T club runs almost weekly tours. Several tours each year are long, several days covering hundreds of miles. A very good group of people to hang out with and they don't mind if you show up in some modern 1930s car of a different brand.<P>Take a look around your local area and see what kind of support group each car has. It might make a difference on you choice. As good as this discussion group is (or other long distance communication for that matter), it sure is nice to be able to get an expert to visit your car to help you out of some mystery.

The Model A is the car, which is easier to drive. It is powerful enough to drive with it in the normal traffic. You have a normal gas pedal, brake and clutch. If you drive a model T, you have to watch for the spark control; speed and you have to watch very carefully for the traffic because the brake is not the best at the Model T for an emergency stop. We own both and the Model A is a bit to drive like a modern car. Remember that the Model T was developed in 1908! If you would like to modify the Model A, then it is no problem to get hydraulic brakes or overdrive. The T is a good car but not a car for everyday. <P>------------------<BR>Thomas Borchers<BR>Member of AACA # 004829<BR>HCCA and MAFCA

You didn't say what you enjoy doing. I own a 1916 Model T, 1923 Moon, and a 1924 Star and used to own several Model A. The Model T is truley an antique car. The transmission is different, the brakes don't exist, it does not have a water pump or distributor. I find it more fun to drive then the other cars and it stands out in a crowd and sounds like an antique car. All the previous comments are correct. If you want a tour car to go fast and far then the A is the ticket. if you want to tour at a slow pace and enjoy the country then buy a T. Any one can work on them and parts are readily obtainable as are A parts. Check out the clubs in the area and see which one suits your enjoyment, and take your wife with you.

43federal - you are one lucky guy! Buy her lots of roses and keep her happy. An idea -<BR>buy a brass T for yourself, which will give lots of antique fun and unique driving experiences. Then buy a 30 or 31 A for her, which has lots of models for fun driving longer distances in relative comfort. What a win-win situation.

I would push you towards a T before anything else if you like fooling with the car and enjoying the simplicty of the drive and the looks youget when going down the road. then the T is the car for you . why not come look at some T's on My club home pages and see if you like what you read. also I have a restoration page and some other interesting places you can visit. <BR> <A HREF="http://www.goldingtparts.com" TARGET=_blank>http://www.goldingtparts.com</A> <P> this takes you to my website for the buisness and the Keystone Cops Forums & Chat<P>this next one is for my Restoration pages. make sure you check ALL the pages out. <P> <A HREF="http://www.geocities.com/golding_mark/modelt.html" TARGET=_blank>http://www.geocities.com/golding_mark/modelt.html</A> <P>