1930 Ford Model A Roadster

Description Restored Original Black Exterior "Mother-in-Law” Rumble Seat Convertible Vinyl Roadster Top Running Boards All Steel Car 9,741 Miles, per owner, When Taken on Consignment“YOU CAN HAVE ANY COLOR YOU WANT AS LONG AS IT’S BLACK!” Quoted by Henry Ford The Model A equipped with a larger, four-cylinder engine with a three-speed, sliding gear transmission which was completely different than the two-speed planetary transmission used on the Model T. The engine was loosely based on the Model Ts engine, but with an increased displacement size, a water pump, distributor ignition, and an updraft carburetor. It was a water-cooled L-head inline 4-cylinder unit with a 201 cubic-inch displacement and developed 40 horsepower, giving it a top speed of 65 mph. The Model A was the first Ford to use a conventional clutch, brake pedals, throttle, and gearshift. It had a visual fuel gauge and the fuel flowed to the carburetor by gravity. In cold climates, a special-order cast-iron shield could be placed over the exhaust manifold to provide heat to the carburetor and supply heat to the cabin, entering by a small window. The chassis was designed by Henry while the body was designed by Edsel Ford. A variety of contemporary body designs were offered and catered to a plethora of needs and uses. Four standard colors were offered along with nickel-plated accessories. Prices ranged from $380 for the roadster to $590 for the four-door sedan. The top-of-the-line Town Car sold for $1,400.

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