A historic year for the Ford Motor Company, 1931 not only marked the final year of the Model A but also the 20-millionth Ford, a Fordor sedan that left the factory on April 14th of that year and represented a massive milestone in both the company’s history and the history of the automobile itself. Changes for the 1931 model year were minor and included a new radiator shell with a relief affect and slightly revised running boards. A variety of different body styles were offered to suit everyone’s tastes and needs. By the end of calendar year, 541,615 examples were produced with a scant 19,700 sport coupes among them, including the example presented here.

While its early history is not known, this charming 1931 Model A Sport Coupe has been a long-term resident of the state of Pennsylvania, where it resided before being donated to the AACA Museum in 2012. In the museum’s custody, this car was frequently used for the museum’s antique car rides and was said to be a crowd favorite. Finished in a compelling color combination of maroon over beige leather, this boasts lots of character, and it is easy to see why it was adored by museum visitors of all ages. Despite its use, it is recommended that the vehicle may require some degree of re-commissioning before it is placed into routine service.

One of America’s most iconic and beloved vehicles, a good example of a Model A should be on every American enthusiast’s bucket list. A well-loved member of the AACA Museum for the past three years, this particular example certainly warrants consideration.