Lot 474

Auburn Spring 2016

1931 Ford Model A

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$15,400 USD | Sold

United States | Auburn, Indiana

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Identification No.
MVIN227355IND
  • Four-cylinder engine
  • Floor-shift three-speed manual transmission
  • Bronson Yellow body, black fenders
  • Red wire wheels mounted on new Firestone tires
  • Windshield windwings
  • Spare tire mounted under bed
  • Rebuilt shocks
  • New engine splash pans
  • New wheel caps and lug nuts
  • 6-volt Optima Red Top battery
Addendum: Please note this vehicle has a non-conforming VIN and the title is branded as Rebuilt

The Ford light truck offerings were very similar to the Model A cars, which benefitted from a new inline four-cylinder engine that produced twice the horsepower, and the styling was heavily influenced by Lincoln. Other advancements included four-wheel brakes, welded steel wire wheels, Houdaille-type shock absorbers, and several handsome exterior color schemes. Priced from just $460, the Model A was initially available in nine body types, and in keeping with tradition, it represented solid value. While the styling of Ford trucks was quite similar to that of the Model A, many subtle differences began to differentiate the truck and passenger-car lines after 1930, marking the beginning of a trend that continues today.

A nicely restored example; this 1932 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup is beautifully finished in Bronson Yellow with black fenders and belt molding, and is greatly complemented by the black soft-top, black interior and red wire wheels with new Firestone blackwall tires. The inline four-cylinder engine is mated with a manual three-speed transmission. Additional qualities are found in a seemingly unmarked steel bed, windshield windwings, chromed front bumper and a matching spare is underneath the bed.