Buick35 Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 I know they're two completely different types of vehicles but someone might trade his 28 model A pickup for my 74 mgb. I know it's up to me but do you think I'd be happy with the truck after driving the mg? The MG dosent have over drive so I don't go over 65 anyway. I figure the top speed for the model a is what 45? Thanks, Greg. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bhigdog Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Apples and oranges. Other than mentioning the OBVIOUS differences there is no way any one here could possibly tell you which one you would be happiest with. Take the A for a few drives under various conditions and pick your poison..................Bob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
old car fan Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Pictures would help as well.personally I would own the ford. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 (edited) Can you fit comfortably in the Model A pickup? I am 5'-7 and I was chewing on my kneecaps in my 1928 Model A pickup. MGBs are very light cars, so....easy to push when those Lucas (Prince of darkness) electrics fail. Edited June 15, 2018 by keiser31 (see edit history) 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Do you want the feel and slowness of an old car? Do you want the comfort and speed of a sports car? Do you want the old car experience or do you want to keep up with traffic, but still have fun in a convertible? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phillip Cole Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 (edited) 1 hour ago, Bhigdog said: Apples and oranges. Other than mentioning the OBVIOUS differences there is no way any one here could possibly tell you which one you would be happiest with. Take the A for a few drives under various conditions and pick your poison..................Bob More like avocadoes and pumpkins. If the other guy has always wanted an MGB and you would like to have the Model A.... I've owned a B and driven both, enjoyed both but for my own subjective reasons. How does your Buick come into this mix? Edited June 13, 2018 by Phillip Cole (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1912Staver Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 (edited) You sure baby your MG. They are Sports Cars and benefit from being used as such. I have owned several MGA's and MGB's mostly without overdrive and they are quite happy at 85-90 MPH. My slightly hot rodded MGA with a moderate street built MGB engine , bigger valves , balance, hot street cam, would run at 110 quite happily. An hour at 120 across the Nevada desert did cause the head gasket to let go, but that is the only serious trouble in many years of spirited MG driving. And it was back driving in 3 hours, there was a town not too far down the road and the auto parts store had a MGB head gasket set in stock. Nothing against Model A trucks however they are polar opposites. Greg in Canada Edited June 13, 2018 by 1912Staver (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 All oranges are not equal. In fact, neither are all apples. Who came up with that axiom, anyway? Were they looking at red delicious or Macintosh???? As for the A vs. the MG; one is taller. I would say the person who had the idea to trade will be the happiest. Was it you? Bernie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buick35 Posted June 13, 2018 Author Share Posted June 13, 2018 (edited) Yes it was my idea. I'm glad somebody told me about the leg room issue, I was wondering about that since I'm 6'1" .I'll probably keep the MG since I do have the 35 Buick for an old car. Thanks. Greg Edited June 13, 2018 by Buick35 Spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lebowski Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 I had a '30 Model A several years ago and I don't remember any serious problems with leg room in it and I'm 6 foot. Take it for a drive or at least sit in it and see what you think before you decide against it.... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 If you want something to beat around town, run to the feed store, hardware store and Lumber yard, the A would be perfect. If you like long summer rides with the top down on a fast highway, then the MG is probably a better choice. If you are just banging around with the A, I doubt the leg room would be a problem, unless you have a prostetic leg, then there is always plenty of room to store it in the back. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
auburnseeker Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 14 minutes ago, Lebowski said: I had a '30 Model A several years ago and I don't remember any serious problems with leg room in it and I'm 6 foot. Take it for a drive or at least sit in it and see what you think before you decide against it.... The girl in the picture above in solid pink has a look on her face that seems to say How did I draw the short straw? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul Dobbin Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Remember the 1928 Model A pickup is smaller than the 30-31 and the pickup does not have an adjustable seat. I've had both. The 28 Roadster pickup was so small for me 6'1" that I had to open the door to get my size 11 show on the clutch. Fun to drive if it fits. I also have a 35 Buick Series 41 that's not exactly loaded with leg room either. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
C Carl Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 Well, I had been thinking more like apples to pepperoni pizza. Both fodder, but uhhhh........... Looka here, Buick35 Greg. You will most likely not be able to pack a lunch big enough to last 'till you get such a specific trade. Sell, then buy, or buy, then sell. But like the guys say, enjoy shopping around. Check them out. You might just fall in love. And if "divorce" eventually puts your then stale love on the market, there is always another guy to come 'Round and take your place. Moving Model As is easy. Simply put 'em out there at a better deal than anything else on the market. You will have had a lot of fun for your money. - Cadillac Carl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lebowski Posted June 13, 2018 Share Posted June 13, 2018 23 minutes ago, auburnseeker said: The girl in the picture above in solid pink has a look on her face that seems to say How did I draw the short straw? She had just finished eating an ice cream bar and was complaining about her hand being sticky. LOL.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I'll never understand the fear people have of posting photos to go with a question. I did take the tine to Google 1974 MGB since I know what a Model A pick looks like, but that is meaningless since we can't see photos of the vehicles in question. Bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Make the trade. Enjoy the A for a while. Then sell it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 A friend of mine bought a '28 Model A roadster pickup and kept it about a year. I rode with him for coffee with a group on a 20 mile round trip ride. That was about enough for me. There ain't much to those things. Sitting on the passenger side I had the feeling I was about half a notch up from riding in a motorcycle sidecar. I was squirmy uncomfortable the whole trip. Not the seat stuffing, the feeling of insecurity. I will stick with my Buicks and Cadillacs, thank you. Bernie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
victorialynn2 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 4 hours ago, Lebowski said: I had a '30 Model A several years ago and I don't remember any serious problems with leg room in it and I'm 6 foot. Take it for a drive or at least sit in it and see what you think before you decide against it.... Looks very similar to the one of dad’s I sold. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Wife and I drove MGBs as our daily drivers for 4 years or so, a '68 and a '72. The A would be the more reliable choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 (edited) Lebowski....have you ever tried to sit in a Model A pickup? Less room than a coupe. Edited June 14, 2018 by keiser31 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buick35 Posted June 14, 2018 Author Share Posted June 14, 2018 (edited) Thanks for all the comments. I'll go sit in it anyway but I'm leaning toward keeping my MG. Someday it will be as old as the A bit I don't think I'll see it. Edited June 14, 2018 by Buick35 Spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motoringicons Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I would choose the Model A hands down. The only thing more fun than a Model A is a Model T!! Go for it. You'll enjoy the experience and understand why the Model A Ford is the backbone of the old car hobby. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JACK M Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 22 minutes ago, motoringicons said: Model A Ford is the backbone of the old car hobby. That and the SBC. Oh wait, I think these come in the same box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 If it wasn't for worn out old Fords the only place you would find a SBC would be in a Chevy. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lebowski Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 2 hours ago, keiser31 said: Lebowski....have you ever tried to sit in a Model A pickup? Less room than a coupe. No, I haven't. Why is that-fewer 6 footers back then? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keiser31 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 1 hour ago, Lebowski said: No, I haven't. Why is that-fewer 6 footers back then? Nope....just no room to move the seat back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Apparently the average height of U.S. males has not changed since 1930 and has held steady at 5' 9". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Does a Model A truck have a comfortable driving speed that's less than a Model A car? Trucks in the early years were geared low, because most of their hauling was local. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve9 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 35 minutes ago, Restorer32 said: Apparently the average height of U.S. males has not changed since 1930 and has held steady at 5' 9". Height may be the same, but not girth. Ever shop for surplus WW2 uniforms? Nothing but 36, 38 and 40! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 We had a '28 AA and as I remember it had a worm drive rear and was very slow. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 51 minutes ago, Restorer32 said: Apparently the average height of U.S. males has not changed since 1930 and has held steady at 5' 9". I hear the average lawyer is a little taller since Viagra became available. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Digger914 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Apples to oranges the MGB has driver side leg room to spare for drivers over 6 feet tall, not nearly as much on the passenger side which is about equal to a Model A truck. The Model A truck has more head room than an MGB roadster with the top up and the Model A windshield frame doesn't block the vision of a six foot tall driver. Gravity helps driver and passenger get into an MGB, gravity helps them out of a Model A. The Model A has a very narrow bench seat, driver and passenger are constantly banging elbows. The MGB has bucket seats with a narrow center counsel where driver and passenger are constantly banging elbows. Should you encounter one on the highway at night, the Model A will not fit under the belly and between front and back legs of a full grown horse, the MGB will. The Model A will provide considerably more driver and passenger protection should you encounter a large dog or small deer. The MGB has a better brakes than the Model A and the headlights being closer to the pavement than the Model A do a better job of illuminating big dogs and small deer in time to use them. Both vehicles have 4 cylinder engines, neither has adequate room for mens size 11 boots to easily operate all the foot controls. Trades are very seldom equal, but they should always be fair. The last chrome bumper MGB is probably not an equal trade for a Model A truck, but an MGB that won't go over 65 isn't an equal trade for a good running MGB and even a good running rubber bumper single carb with catalytic converter MGB does better that 65 on the open road. The Model A can easily reach speeds in excess of 65 on a long steep downgrade, but may also need to be driven in reverse to traverse a long incline. The MGB can maintain a speed of 65 on a steep incline and are great hill climbers. People always smile when they see a Model A in a parking space, they usually don't notice an MGB until they try to use the space. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
60FlatTop Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 32 minutes ago, Digger914 said: Trades are very seldom equal That's probably the truism the replies should have started on. I buy and sell things all the time, and I really can't remember the last time I traded something. If one owns an item of value, the best thing to do is sell it, with effort, for its highest cash value. Then buy the next desired item. Let's say the MGB was decent and you got $7500 right in the palm of your hand for it. Next thought "Oh, Boy! Now I can buy a Model A!" I can't imagine that happening to me. The money would go into one of the hiding places where I can grab it when the special thing comes along that really rings the bell. What I want to buy and what I want to sell rarely come along concurrently. For over a year I have been saying I plan to sell three cars and buy one. It is a nice plan but lacks motivation. I did sell one last year and still find myself with three I would consider selling. Yeah, three minus one equals three. BUT, now I have higher motivation. I bought the car that may as well be called car four. I want it more than the ones I consider selling and would like to get some money back in the hiding place. A very logical way to motivate one's self. I have been polishing one of the cars and detailing it for sale, because, I need the space and want to replace the reserve money I spent. Am I brilliant or what. Cash is King. There is a big difference between cash and trade. Trading is what you do with something you figure you can't get as much cash as you want out of. To the point where darn near anything looks better. I do remember a trade! Years back a friend needed money so I bought his Dodge truck and set it in my front yard for sale. No one stopped. After a week or so the neighbor down the street put a Honda Gold Wing out in front for sale. I was walking by and he said he saw the truck and was going to walk down and look at it. (Motivated like me). I said "I'll give you the truck for the bike." "Ok, you want to take it now?" "Nah, don't know how to make it go." He followed me home and took the truck. To paraphrase a famous quote "Frankly, neither of us gave a damn." The next week I sold the bike and he sold the truck. Yep, trading is for casual deals on stuff neither owner cares about. It is easier to sell a Model A surrounded by 1930's Buicks than it is to sell an MGB in the middle of them. That's the other side. In the end, too much trading will make you go blind... or was that grown hair on your palms. I know its one of the two. Nope, its blind. There was an old farmer who used to trade all the time and I remember he went blind. Bernie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikeC5 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 (edited) If you decide to keep the MGB it will be worth seeking out an overdrive tranny. It makes for a much, much more comfortable highway ride. I would also recommend lowering the car back down to pre-bumper height regs. Is it a Model A or AA truck? Edited June 14, 2018 by MikeC5 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve_Mack_CT Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 (edited) We have had 2 Model As and a TR-6, not that different, I think from an MGB. Both are enjoyable but different cars. I could't go around the block without questions, comments and inquiries if the mimosa yellow, Ansa exhaust equipped TR was for sale. Maybe not fast by some standards but lots of fun. A real sports car, simple yet managed to give off a certain vibe. A great car. The A will transport you to a different era, sound like no other car, has running boards, both antique and rodders appreciate them as does the public. The quintessential parade, ice cream, local show vehicle. Why not both? Space issue? Here for consideration is plan B, MG TSeries, a bit of both?! ? Edited June 14, 2018 by Steve_Mack_CT (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted June 14, 2018 Share Posted June 14, 2018 3 hours ago, Steve9 said: Height may be the same, but not girth. Ever shop for surplus WW2 uniforms? Nothing but 36, 38 and 40! Normal for an 18 year old, God Bless them all. Bob 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buick35 Posted June 15, 2018 Author Share Posted June 15, 2018 I suppose I could put a sbc in my lbc . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sligermachine Posted June 15, 2018 Share Posted June 15, 2018 4 hours ago, 60FlatTop said: It is a nice plan but lacks motivation. I did sell one last year and still find myself with three I would consider selling. Yeah, three minus one equals three. BUT, now I have higher motivation. I bought the car that may as well be called car four. I want it more than the ones I consider selling and would like to get some money back in the hiding place. A very logical way to motivate one's self. I I tried this it works as well as the pull out method . meet my 3 kids . --kyle I am doomed not to have enough garage space . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted June 16, 2018 Share Posted June 16, 2018 On 6/14/2018 at 3:35 PM, Steve9 said: Height may be the same, but not girth. Ever shop for surplus WW2 uniforms? Nothing but 36, 38 and 40! There certainly have been all sorts of body sizes in any decade. But scrawny small men and the corpulent heavy-set weren't likely able to meet the demanding requirements of the Armed Services. The size of uniforms may tell about soldiers, but not about the overall population. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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