Matt Harwood

Wow, that's a big, handsome car!

*SOLD* Thank you!

*SOLD* Thank you!

I'm optimistic that they'll recover the car, because the thieves were likely only after the trailer it was in. Trailers are easy to sell, Model As aren't. A few years ago I was on a tour when a fellow tour participant's tow rig was stolen complete with his 1924 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost inside. They found the $250,000 Ghost unceremoniously dumped by the side of the road a few miles away, but the 12-year-old Suburban and the enclosed trailer were long gone. And if not, let's hope it was insured. While you can't replace the labor that probably went into the restoration, there is no shortage of nice Model A sedans. Good luck to him, I'm always sad when this happens.

SOLD to a fellow forum member. Thank you!

SOLD! Thank you!

Deposit arrived today. Mark this one SOLD! Thank you!

Ha! Perfect way to test his faith in his own opinions.

I hope I'm not bursting any bubbles, but there's no way that car is worth $39,000, even perfectly restored. Yes the story is a bit interesting, but there's really no way to document how many were built and how many exist, and even if it was one of one, it's still a Dodge 4-door sedan in need of a full restoration. It looks complete and would be a worthy restoration project, but there's probably not a financial upside to it. I talk to a lot of guys who mistake rare with valuable, and while it's one factor, it's not the ONLY factor. I'm afraid this one won't ever be worth a big pile of money, but as I said, it's a worthy car for someone with a passion for early Dodges. Good luck!

Not much chance of recovery if they can't get the year/model correct. If it's a 1930, it's not a Model T, and if it's a Model T, it's not a 1930...

Actually, the 80-series Buicks in 1940 got on the CCCA approved list due to a technicality, since Buick called them "Limited" just like the 90-Series (this was in 1940 only). They're actually the Roadmaster from the year before, but there was a new, smaller 70-Series car that became the Roadmaster, so this one got promoted to 80-Series Limited, and it disappeared entirely in 1941. The 90-Series Buick Limited models have always been Full Classics, and deservedly so, as their engineering, performance, styling, and accommodations were the equal of many other luxury cars of the era, including Cadillac. Cadillac's complaints about Buick crowding the high-end market are largely why the 90-Series disappeared after the war. I agree that this is kind of a frumpy looking sedan, but it is indeed on the CCCA approved list. It is powered by Buick's top-of-the-line 320 cubic inch straight-8 which was among the finest, most powerful engines of the period, and with its coil-spring suspension and torque tube, it arguably rode and handled better than most of the competition at the high end. I think they're worthy cars, they're relatively rare, and while I don't much care what folks do with their cars, I do get tired of the same cookie-cutter recipe on rod after rod, making them some of the most boring cars to drive and to look at. Guys who think they can do it better than the factory often end up with cars that are ordinary at best and dangerous at worst. Not all "upgrades" that claim to be about safety actually achieve that goal...

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EZ-ON is the supplier for most of the top "kits" sold by the bigger outfits. You call Kanter, they call EZ-ON and you get a top from them. You call Hirsch, you get an EZ-ON top. Lebaron-Bonney and Hampton Coach may do their own, but I don't know for certain. I do have some experience with EZ-ON. We recently had a 1938 Packard convertible coupe on which we installed a new top. The trim shop ordered one from Kanter (who we discovered had it drop-shipped from EZ-ON) and it didn't fit. HOWEVER, the trim shop made marks on the top for where it needed to be modified, sent it back to EZ-ON, and they made a brand new top to the specs we needed for this particular car. Why the first one didn't fit, I can't say, but EZ-ON was more than happy to work with us to get one that did fit and sacrificed a brand new top to do it, no extra charge. The final product (admittedly installed by a pro trim shop) was downright beautiful and folded perfectly. The kits are often only a starting point, but you need a good trimmer to make it fit right. In my experience, EZ-ON was very EZ to work with and even the trimmer was impressed by their cooperation. Before: After:

I'm actually heartened to see more than a few people on the HAMB chiming in to either leave it alone or not to cut it up radically, but just to do a few upgrades like disc brakes (there are now bolt-on kits for these cars) and get it running. We're not alone. I don't know why these amateur builders feel like they need to reinvent the wheel with a custom chassis. Upgrades for the sake of upgrades, especially by the home mechanic, is certainly not a smart way to spend money. All these guys in their home garages who think they can do it better than the biggest, most wealthy company in the world with the best and brightest engineers? LOL! Even without computers, those guys in 1940 were plenty smart enough to build a safe, reliable, comfortable car, even by today's standards. Or you can just buy a bunch of stuff out of a catalog, bolt it on, and build a rod just like everyone else's. Yeah, ditch that cool old straight-8 with dual carbs and just get a 350 crate Chevy with a Holley on top. Just like everyone else. Why do these guys think that by starting with an unusual car, ditching all the unusual parts, then stuffing in the exact same components everyone else uses, that they will somehow end up with something that doesn't feel ordinary? Most of the guys I talk to with rods for sale tell me, "It's just kind of boring to drive," which is why they're selling it. Anything with a Chevy 350, 4-barrel carb, 3-speed automatic, 9-inch rear, and Mustang II front suspension will drive pretty much identically, and that's what they ALL seem to have. What's the point of rodding again?

*SOLD* I'll pause here while you take a look at the photos first... ...Back? OK, great. This Packard is every bit as stunning as it looks in photos. Even more remarkable is that the restoration is nearly 20 years old. Now, don't go thinking it's worn out, because it's been extremely well preserved, protected, and maintained during that time and it is still nice enough to be invited to last year's Amelia Island Concours. It showed a little over 100 miles back in March at the Amelia Island Concours, so it's definitely been a trailer queen, but the current owner, who insists on driving his cars, acquired it and went through the mechanicals to be sure it is in top condition and ready to tour, and has put a few more miles on it since then. Unfortunately, he doesn't fit in it very well at age 93 so he gave it to his wife, but it's just a weee bit too much for her to handle (ya think?). So here it is, beautiful, exceptional, and ready to go. I don't call any car perfect, and this one isn't perfect, but it's incredibly nice, a very, very strong #2 or even a 2+. The only notable wear is on the chassis where there are some minor signs of use and some scuffing on the center of the front axle that I can't explain except that it came from being pulled into a trailer using a winch. The lovely paint scheme is a bit flashy, but it sure looks great on the big roadster body and seems period appropriate without excessive metallic in the paint. Fit and finish were done to the very highest standards and there's no appreciable wear, and all the chrome is simply brilliant and without a mark. The sumptuous tan leather interior is gorgeous and it's not quite as orange as it appears in photos--it really works quite well with the exterior combination. There are matching carpets on the floor, beautifully restored woodgrain on the dash, and all the instruments have clear, bright markings. The rumble seat has been upholstered to match, with fold-out leather arm rests designed to both protect the paint and the passengers' elbows on hot days. The tan canvas top, you will note, is piped in matching tan/orange and includes little leather rub pads where it folds onto the chrome top rests on the rear deck, a nice touch. The engine is, of course, Packard's mighty 385 cubic inch straight-8, appropriately called the Super 8. As you can see, it still looks remarkable with only the most minor signs of operation. There's often some seepage between the head and block, but not on this car. The porcelainized manifolds are still glossy and show no cracking or clouding, and the engine enamel is bright. All the cast aluminum pieces don't even show evidence of porosity, so there's no discoloration. There's a bit of wear around the side cover, which has been removed recently to adjust the valves, and maybe a bit of seepage around the radiator hoses, but it could probably be ready for show in a matter of minutes, not days or hours. The correct Detroit Lubricator carb, original distributor, factory generator, and other ancillary parts are all in excellent shape. It starts easily, runs beautifully with immense torque, and with the lightweight bodywork, it's impressively quick out on the road. The chassis is painted to match the fenders, which I'm not too keen on, but a lot of guys like it that way. Giant 20-inch chrome wire wheels wear a set of Denman wide whites with, oh, about 100 miles on them. It's an AACA prizewinner, but has not been shown beyond that, so it's poised to collect more trophies and garner more invites to top events. The current owner is someone who knows old cars and has made sure this one is mechanically 100%, so it would also be a stunning tour candidate. No, it's not cheap, but nobody's going to argue it isn't worth the $169,900 asking price. Thanks for looking!

*SOLD* This Packard is every bit as stunning as it looks in photos. Even more remarkable is that the restoration is nearly 20 years old. Now, don't go thinking it's worn out, because it's been extremely well preserved, protected, and maintained during that time and it is still nice enough to be invited to last year's Amelia Island Concours. It showed a little over 100 miles back in March at the Amelia Island Concours, so it's definitely been a trailer queen, but the current owner, who insists on driving his cars, acquired it and went through the mechanicals to be sure it is in top condition and ready to tour, and has put a few more miles on it since then. Unfortunately, he doesn't fit in it very well at age 93 so he gave it to his wife, but it's just a weee bit too much for her to handle (ya think?). So here it is, beautiful, exceptional, and ready to go. I don't call any car perfect, and this one isn't perfect, but it's incredibly nice, a very, very strong #2 or even a 2+. The only notable wear is on the chassis where there are some minor signs of use and some scuffing on the center of the front axle that I can't explain except that it came from being pulled into a trailer using a winch. The lovely paint scheme is a bit flashy, but it sure looks great on the big roadster body and seems period appropriate without excessive metallic in the paint. Fit and finish were done to the very highest standards and there's no appreciable wear, and all the chrome is simply brilliant and without a mark. The sumptuous tan leather interior is gorgeous and it's not quite as orange as it appears in photos--it really works quite well with the exterior combination. There are matching carpets on the floor, beautifully restored woodgrain on the dash, and all the instruments have clear, bright markings. The rumble seat has been upholstered to match, with fold-out leather arm rests designed to both protect the paint and the passengers' elbows on hot days. The tan canvas top, you will note, is piped in matching tan/orange and includes little leather rub pads where it folds onto the chrome top rests on the rear deck, a nice touch. The engine is, of course, Packard's mighty 385 cubic inch straight-8, appropriately called the Super 8. As you can see, it still looks remarkable with only the most minor signs of operation. There's often some seepage between the head and block, but not on this car. The porcelainized manifolds are still glossy and show no cracking or clouding, and the engine enamel is bright. All the cast aluminum pieces don't even show evidence of porosity, so there's no discoloration. There's a bit of wear around the side cover, which has been removed recently to adjust the valves, and maybe a bit of seepage around the radiator hoses, but it could probably be ready for show in a matter of minutes, not days or hours. The correct Detroit Lubricator carb, original distributor, factory generator, and other ancillary parts are all in excellent shape. It starts easily, runs beautifully with immense torque, and with the lightweight bodywork, it's impressively quick out on the road. The chassis is painted to match the fenders, which I'm not too keen on, but a lot of guys like it that way. Giant 20-inch chrome wire wheels wear a set of Denman wide whites with, oh, about 100 miles on them. It's an AACA prizewinner, but has not been shown beyond that, so it's poised to collect more trophies and garner more invites to top events. The current owner is someone who knows old cars and has made sure this one is mechanically 100%, so it would also be a stunning tour candidate. No, it's not cheap, but nobody's going to argue it isn't worth the $169,900 asking price. Thanks for looking!

*SOLD* I'll pause here while you take a look at the photos first... ...Back? OK, great. This Packard is every bit as stunning as it looks in photos. Even more remarkable is that the restoration is nearly 20 years old. Now, don't go thinking it's worn out, because it's been extremely well preserved, protected, and maintained during that time and it is still nice enough to be invited to last year's Amelia Island Concours. It showed a little over 100 miles back in March at the Amelia Island Concours, so it's definitely been a trailer queen, but the current owner, who insists on driving his cars, acquired it and went through the mechanicals to be sure it is in top condition and ready to tour, and has put a few more miles on it since then. Unfortunately, he doesn't fit in it very well at age 93 so he gave it to his wife, but it's just a weee bit too much for her to handle (ya think?). So here it is, beautiful, exceptional, and ready to go. I don't call any car perfect, and this one isn't perfect, but it's incredibly nice, a very, very strong #2 or even a 2+. The only notable wear is on the chassis where there are some minor signs of use and some scuffing on the center of the front axle that I can't explain except that it came from being pulled into a trailer using a winch. The lovely paint scheme is a bit flashy, but it sure looks great on the big roadster body and seems period appropriate without excessive metallic in the paint. Fit and finish were done to the very highest standards and there's no appreciable wear, and all the chrome is simply brilliant and without a mark. The sumptuous tan leather interior is gorgeous and it's not quite as orange as it appears in photos--it really works quite well with the exterior combination. There are matching carpets on the floor, beautifully restored woodgrain on the dash, and all the instruments have clear, bright markings. The rumble seat has been upholstered to match, with fold-out leather arm rests designed to both protect the paint and the passengers' elbows on hot days. The tan canvas top, you will note, is piped in matching tan/orange and includes little leather rub pads where it folds onto the chrome top rests on the rear deck, a nice touch. The engine is, of course, Packard's mighty 385 cubic inch straight-8, appropriately called the Super 8. As you can see, it still looks remarkable with only the most minor signs of operation. There's often some seepage between the head and block, but not on this car. The porcelainized manifolds are still glossy and show no cracking or clouding, and the engine enamel is bright. All the cast aluminum pieces don't even show evidence of porosity, so there's no discoloration. There's a bit of wear around the side cover, which has been removed recently to adjust the valves, and maybe a bit of seepage around the radiator hoses, but it could probably be ready for show in a matter of minutes, not days or hours. The correct Detroit Lubricator carb, original distributor, factory generator, and other ancillary parts are all in excellent shape. It starts easily, runs beautifully with immense torque, and with the lightweight bodywork, it's impressively quick out on the road. The chassis is painted to match the fenders, which I'm not too keen on, but a lot of guys like it that way. Giant 20-inch chrome wire wheels wear a set of Denman wide whites with, oh, about 100 miles on them. It's an AACA prizewinner, but has not been shown beyond that, so it's poised to collect more trophies and garner more invites to top events. The current owner is someone who knows old cars and has made sure this one is mechanically 100%, so it would also be a stunning tour candidate. No, it's not cheap, but nobody's going to argue it isn't worth the $169,900 asking price. Thanks for looking!

This will sadly become more common in the future. With pop-up blockers and ad blockers being common on web browsers, companies are hiring marketing organizations (such as USAP Insiders, as is the case here) to try to "infiltrate" message boards and "speak the language" of the people there. In short, they're going to try to talk to us and act like they're one of us, then set us up for the sales pitch later. I've been getting messages like this for years on other message boards, and it seems they've finally discovered the AACA. Fortunately, we're not really mainstream and most of the marketing companies know it, so they don't waste their time, but I'm guessing "Phoebe" doesn't really understand the difference between a 1930 Ford and a 1990 Ford. Thanks to our moderators who do a better job than almost anyone at keeping the junk out of here. It's always a pleasure to be here compared to almost any other board on the 'Net.

*SOLD* This is an unusual and wonderful little convertible. I've spoken to several of our friends here on the forum who are more knowledgeable about these cars than I am, and they all confirm what I already suspected: One, these are great-driving cars and two, you probably won't ever see another one of these at any show you attend. It sadly comes from an estate of a long-time friend and hobbyist who was very well known and liked here in Cleveland. He purchased it in the late-1970s in its current condition (except the interior and engine) and used it as his primary tour car for the following three decades. And with that in mind, it's still in great shape, although it is certainly not a show piece. But if you appreciate those older restorations that are well-sorted and done to a standard that makes them reliable, handsome, and safe, then you know what I'm talking about. The Pilot Blue paint is holding up quite well, although there's some cracking and checking around the friction points such as the step leading up to the rumble seat, and overall it's quite presentable so I don't think I'd mess with it. It shines up well and looks great from 6-10 feet, so it's definitely driver-grade but you won't hear any complaints from onlookers. The chrome is a combination of original, older restored bits, and a few fresher items, but nothing jumps out as either too nice or too shabby, and the fog lamps are pretty recent. The tan canvas top is showing its age with a few stains and a bit of stretching and pulling at the snaps, but it's still serviceable as-is--it's a convertible, the top is just for emergencies anyway! The red leatherette interior was restored recently and looks simply fantastic. The color is flashy and works well with the dark blue paint. The seats show virtually zero wear, the door panels are a little scuffed at the bottom, mostly from where they rub up against the seat, and there's a grained rubber mat on the floor. The rumble seat uses brown leather, which is probably what it had originally, though I don't know whether the material is original or was replaced during the 1970s restoration. Either way, it's still good to go. The instruments are all original and fully functional, and it comes with both a radio (not working) and a clock (ticks away once you wind it up). There's also a heater under the dash that gets plenty warm. A new red top boot was stitched up when the interior was restored. 1935 Plymouths used a 201 cubic inch inline-six, which is one of the most durable engines ever invented. It's also smooth and torquey, and according to the late owner's widow, they cruised all over the country in it, driving it as far as Milwaukee and St. Louis (home base was Cleveland) without issues. She reports that they cruised at 55 MPH everywhere the went and that in more than 30 years of touring, were only stranded once when the fuel pump gave up. Remarkable. The engine bay has been freshened and she believes that the engine was rebuilt within the past 10 years or so, and there's no question that it runs quite well today. The only upgrades are a 6-volt alternator instead of a generator and I'm pretty sure there's an electronic ignition inside the distributor, along with modern plug wires. The transmission has synchros, so it's easy to shift if you take your time, and handling is nimble. And as a Chrysler product, the brakes are really first-rate and make the binders on a comparable V8 Ford, for instance, feel downright ancient. The undercarriage is not detailed or clean, but there are no signs of trouble aside from some patch work on the tail section of the body that was obviously done decades ago, but if it's held up this long, I don't think there's much to worry about. 16-inch BFGoodrich whitewall tires of indeterminate age remain in good shape and are suitable for touring. Go ahead, try to find another one. Unlike comparable Fords (which are worth twice as much), this is one of perhaps a dozen or so 1935 Plymouth convertible coupes known to exist. With great road manners, impressive reliability, and genuinely handsome good looks, this is a great car for the money. Asking $34,900 and we're always happy to discuss reasonable offers. Thanks for looking!

*SOLD* This is an unusual and wonderful little convertible. I've spoken to several of our friends here on the forum who are more knowledgeable about these cars than I am, and they all confirm what I already suspected: One, these are great-driving cars and two, you probably won't ever see another one of these at any show you attend. It sadly comes from an estate of a long-time friend and hobbyist who was very well known and liked here in Cleveland. He purchased it in the late-1970s in its current condition (except the interior and engine) and used it as his primary tour car for the following three decades. And with that in mind, it's still in great shape, although it is certainly not a show piece. But if you appreciate those older restorations that are well-sorted and done to a standard that makes them reliable, handsome, and safe, then you know what I'm talking about. The Pilot Blue paint is holding up quite well, although there's some cracking and checking around the friction points such as the step leading up to the rumble seat, and overall it's quite presentable so I don't think I'd mess with it. It shines up well and looks great from 6-10 feet, so it's definitely driver-grade but you won't hear any complaints from onlookers. The chrome is a combination of original, older restored bits, and a few fresher items, but nothing jumps out as either too nice or too shabby, and the fog lamps are pretty recent. The tan canvas top is showing its age with a few stains and a bit of stretching and pulling at the snaps, but it's still serviceable as-is--it's a convertible, the top is just for emergencies anyway! The red leatherette interior was restored recently and looks simply fantastic. The color is flashy and works well with the dark blue paint. The seats show virtually zero wear, the door panels are a little scuffed at the bottom, mostly from where they rub up against the seat, and there's a grained rubber mat on the floor. The rumble seat uses brown leather, which is probably what it had originally, though I don't know whether the material is original or was replaced during the 1970s restoration. Either way, it's still good to go. The instruments are all original and fully functional, and it comes with both a radio (not working) and a clock (ticks away once you wind it up). There's also a heater under the dash that gets plenty warm. A new red top boot was stitched up when the interior was restored. 1935 Plymouths used a 201 cubic inch inline-six, which is one of the most durable engines ever invented. It's also smooth and torquey, and according to the late owner's widow, they cruised all over the country in it, driving it as far as Milwaukee and St. Louis (home base was Cleveland) without issues. She reports that they cruised at 55 MPH everywhere the went and that in more than 30 years of touring, were only stranded once when the fuel pump gave up. Remarkable. The engine bay has been freshened and she believes that the engine was rebuilt within the past 10 years or so, and there's no question that it runs quite well today. The only upgrades are a 6-volt alternator instead of a generator and I'm pretty sure there's an electronic ignition inside the distributor, along with modern plug wires. The transmission has synchros, so it's easy to shift if you take your time, and handling is nimble. And as a Chrysler product, the brakes are really first-rate and make the binders on a comparable V8 Ford, for instance, feel downright ancient. The undercarriage is not detailed or clean, but there are no signs of trouble aside from some patch work on the tail section of the body that was obviously done decades ago, but if it's held up this long, I don't think there's much to worry about. 16-inch BFGoodrich whitewall tires of indeterminate age remain in good shape and are suitable for touring. Go ahead, try to find another one. Unlike comparable Fords (which are worth twice as much), this is one of perhaps a dozen or so 1935 Plymouth convertible coupes known to exist. With great road manners, impressive reliability, and genuinely handsome good looks, this is a great car for the money. Asking $34,900 and we're always happy to discuss reasonable offers. Thanks for looking!

*SOLD* This is an unusual and wonderful little convertible. I've spoken to several of our friends here on the forum who are more knowledgeable about these cars than I am, and they all confirm what I already suspected: One, these are great-driving cars and two, you probably won't ever see another one of these at any show you attend. It sadly comes from an estate of a long-time friend and hobbyist who was very well known and liked here in Cleveland. He purchased it in the late-1970s in its current condition (except the interior and engine) and used it as his primary tour car for the following three decades. And with that in mind, it's still in great shape, although it is certainly not a show piece. But if you appreciate those older restorations that are well-sorted and done to a standard that makes them reliable, handsome, and safe, then you know what I'm talking about. The Pilot Blue paint is holding up quite well, although there's some cracking and checking around the friction points such as the step leading up to the rumble seat, and overall it's quite presentable so I don't think I'd mess with it. It shines up well and looks great from 6-10 feet, so it's definitely driver-grade but you won't hear any complaints from onlookers. The chrome is a combination of original, older restored bits, and a few fresher items, but nothing jumps out as either too nice or too shabby, and the fog lamps are pretty recent. The tan canvas top is showing its age with a few stains and a bit of stretching and pulling at the snaps, but it's still serviceable as-is--it's a convertible, the top is just for emergencies anyway! The red leatherette interior was restored recently and looks simply fantastic. The color is flashy and works well with the dark blue paint. The seats show virtually zero wear, the door panels are a little scuffed at the bottom, mostly from where they rub up against the seat, and there's a grained rubber mat on the floor. The rumble seat uses brown leather, which is probably what it had originally, though I don't know whether the material is original or was replaced during the 1970s restoration. Either way, it's still good to go. The instruments are all original and fully functional, and it comes with both a radio (not working) and a clock (ticks away once you wind it up). There's also a heater under the dash that gets plenty warm. A new red top boot was stitched up when the interior was restored. 1935 Plymouths used a 201 cubic inch inline-six, which is one of the most durable engines ever invented. It's also smooth and torquey, and according to the late owner's widow, they cruised all over the country in it, driving it as far as Milwaukee and St. Louis (home base was Cleveland) without issues. She reports that they cruised at 55 MPH everywhere the went and that in more than 30 years of touring, were only stranded once when the fuel pump gave up. Remarkable. The engine bay has been freshened and she believes that the engine was rebuilt within the past 10 years or so, and there's no question that it runs quite well today. The only upgrades are a 6-volt alternator instead of a generator and I'm pretty sure there's an electronic ignition inside the distributor, along with modern plug wires. The transmission has synchros, so it's easy to shift if you take your time, and handling is nimble. And as a Chrysler product, the brakes are really first-rate and make the binders on a comparable V8 Ford, for instance, feel downright ancient. The undercarriage is not detailed, but there are no signs of trouble aside from some patch work on the tail section of the body that was obviously done decades ago, but if it's held up this long, I don't think there's much to worry about. 16-inch BFGoodrich whitewall tires of indeterminate age remain in good shape and are suitable for touring. Go ahead, try to find another one. Unlike comparable Fords (which are worth twice as much), this is one of perhaps a dozen or so 1935 Plymouth convertible coupes known to exist. With great road manners, impressive reliability, and genuinely handsome good looks, this is a great car for the money. Asking $34,900 and we're always happy to discuss reasonable offers. Thanks for looking!

*SOLD* We seem to be getting a lot of these lately and they don't last long in inventory. This one is a solid, clean, lightly used 1929 roadster pickup. It's (obviously) owned by a company that used it for promotions and parades, but little else, and that company was purchased by a larger company which no longer has need of the little Ford, so it's available. The restoration was probably done 10-15 years ago, but I don't think it's been driven much since then, but it has been in heated, protected storage all along. The restoration was not done to show standards, but it's a good driver-grade freshening that looks appropriate on the old truck. I like the wood stake sides that match the oak bed, and the lettering on the sides are decals, not painted, so you can take it off if you don't like how it looks (I do, but that's only because I like the functional look). There's a bit of orange peel in the paint that should be easy enough to buff out if you're so inclined, but it works quite well as-is and has no needs. There are two very minor dings in the passenger door, but they're not really noticeable unless you catch the light just right (they can be seen in one of the photos below), but I don't think they're worth chasing on this particular truck. The trim is bright and in good shape, and anything that was nickel is now chrome so it doesn't need a lot of maintenance or fussing. The interior is bare-bones black leatherette, but that's how they were when new so it looks right today. The upholstery is in very good condition with almost zero wear, and there's a correct rubber mat on the floor. Door panels are simple and probably correct for 1929 pickups, and the hard rubber steering wheel is excellent. For some reason, the steering column is red oxide primer, not painted, but otherwise it's quite correct inside. All the gauges and lights work save for the odometer, so I can't confirm mileage, and the gauge panel could do with a quick polish that maybe I'll do myself in the next few days. The top is a Lebaron-Bonney aftermarket folding unit that makes the roadster pickup truly usable, and it's what most guys expect when they buy a roadster pickup anyway (the originals were lift-off tops, oddly enough). The engine runs well thanks to a new Zenith carburetor (the photos show a Tollitson unit, but it has been replaced) and fresh exhaust manifolds that we just installed. It starts easily on the original 6-volt system and chugs along like any Model A. I like the peppy feel of the roadster pickup in particular, and this one feels like it can cut and thrust through traffic with ease. Brakes are firm, shifting is easy with a quick double-clutch, and, well, if you've driven a Model A, you already know how this one runs and drives. It doesn't feel sloppy like many amateurishly done cars, but tracks well and just goes about its business without a lot of fuss. The tires are 21-inch blackwalls, which look right on the basic Model A pickup, and they are in good shape with a lot of life left in them. A good, usable little trucklet that's ready to enjoy without any fussing. Not a show-winner, but just inexpensive fun. Asking $22,900 and we're always open to offers. Thanks for reading! NOTE: This truck is sold on a New Hampshire registration and bill of sale, since NH does not issue titles. The registration is current, so there are no problems titling and registering this truck in all 50 states. Truck is located in our facility in Cleveland, OH.

*SOLD* We seem to be getting a lot of these lately and they don't last long in inventory. This one is a solid, clean, lightly used 1929 roadster pickup. It's (obviously) owned by a company that used it for promotions and parades, but little else, and that company was purchased by a larger company which no longer has need of the little Ford, so it's available. The restoration was probably done 10-15 years ago, but I don't think it's been driven much since then, but it has been in heated, protected storage all along. The restoration was not done to show standards, but it's a good driver-grade freshening that looks appropriate on the old truck. I like the wood stake sides that match the oak bed, and the lettering on the sides are decals, not painted, so you can take it off if you don't like how it looks (I do, but that's only because I like the functional look). There's a bit of orange peel in the paint that should be easy enough to buff out if you're so inclined, but it works quite well as-is and has no needs. There are two very minor dings in the passenger door, but they're not really noticeable unless you catch the light just right (they can be seen in one of the photos below), but I don't think they're worth chasing on this particular truck. The trim is bright and in good shape, and anything that was nickel is now chrome so it doesn't need a lot of maintenance or fussing. The interior is bare-bones black leatherette, but that's how they were when new so it looks right today. The upholstery is in very good condition with almost zero wear, and there's a correct rubber mat on the floor. Door panels are simple and probably correct for 1929 pickups, and the hard rubber steering wheel is excellent. For some reason, the steering column is red oxide primer, not painted, but otherwise it's quite correct inside. All the gauges and lights work save for the odometer, so I can't confirm mileage, and the gauge panel could do with a quick polish that maybe I'll do myself in the next few days. The top is a Lebaron-Bonney aftermarket folding unit that makes the roadster pickup truly usable, and it's what most guys expect when they buy a roadster pickup anyway (the originals were lift-off tops, oddly enough). The engine runs well thanks to a new Zenith carburetor (the photos show a Tollitson unit, but it has been replaced) and fresh exhaust manifolds that we just installed. It starts easily on the original 6-volt system and chugs along like any Model A. I like the peppy feel of the roadster pickup in particular, and this one feels like it can cut and thrust through traffic with ease. Brakes are firm, shifting is easy with a quick double-clutch, and, well, if you've driven a Model A, you already know how this one runs and drives. It doesn't feel sloppy like many amateurishly done cars, but tracks well and just goes about its business without a lot of fuss. The tires are 21-inch blackwalls, which look right on the basic Model A pickup, and they are in good shape with a lot of life left in them. A good, usable little trucklet that's ready to enjoy without any fussing. Not a show-winner, but just inexpensive fun. Asking $22,900 and we're always open to offers. Thanks for reading! NOTE: This truck is sold on a New Hampshire registration and bill of sale, since NH does not issue titles. The registration is current, so there are no problems titling and registering this truck in all 50 states. Truck is located in our facility in Cleveland, OH.