1928 Ford Model A Roadster CovertIble Hot Rod
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- Condition: Used
- Item location: Jamestown, North Dakota, United States
- Make: Ford
- Model: Model A
- SubModel: CONVERTIBLE
- Type: Convertible
- Trim: ROADSTER
- Year: 1928
- Mileage: 10,700
- VIN: ND9111***********
- Color: Silver
- Engine size: 350 V8
- Number of cylinders: 8
- Power options: Power Windows
- Fuel: Gasoline
- Transmission: Automatic
- Drive type: RWD
- Interior color: Gray
- Options: Convertible
- Vehicle Title: Clear
Ford Model A 1928 Description
This roadster started life almost 80 years ago as a 1928 Ford Model A Sports Coupe, t was built over a three year period ending in, nd registering as a 2006. It was built by an experienced builder and comes with an owner’s manual showing the complete build. It has just over 10,000 trouble free miles and performs flawlessly.The original body was widened and stretched with the final dimensions being close to those of a Plymouth Prowler. The grill has been laid back and was designed to replicate the ’33-’34 ford. The rear quarter panels were reinforced with ½"x 1" steel tubing and the front cowl has been tilted back. It has a removable soft top that stores in the rear compartment that opens electrically to allow access.
The suicide doors have electric windows, idden hinges and Bear Claw latches. The electric windows are activated with switches in the center console or remotely from the exterior for complete security. The interior has a Sony sound system, ooneye gauges, ssota custom steering wheel, M tilt column, speed wipers, on Francis wiring and gray upholstery and plush gray carpeting.
The frame, ear ladder bars, anhard bar, nd differential have all been powder coated silver to match the body color. The front brakes are disc and the rear brakes are drum. The frame was constructed from 2"x 4" steel tubing and was designed to fit the modified body.
Carrara coil over shocks are on both the front and rear for a very smooth and comfortable ride. The front suspension is Mustang II using power rack and pinion steering and Heidt’s control arms. It also has an e-brake, eater and cruise control.
The drivetrain consists of aFRESH350 V8with a COMPLETELY REBUILT2004R overdrive automatic transmission (HAS ABOUT 50 MILES ON IT,cruises great at 80 MPH). The transmission is shifted using a B&M Quick Silver shifter. The rear end is a 1994 full size Ford pickup with 3.25 gears for real economy with the overdrive. It has American Racing wheels 205/50ZR15 tires on the front and 255/50ZR17 tires on the rear.
This roadster drives and performs outstanding with great gas mileage. You can feel free to drive this car home in comfort and not have to worry about reliability.