1928 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup

The Ford Model A was introduced in late 1927 and served as a replacement for the highly successful Model T. By the mid-1920s, the sales of the Model T had rapidly slowed as the competition had become more sophisticated.

The Model A was more complex, yet far easier and simpler to operated than the car it was replacing. It was powered by a new inline four-cylinder engine that developed twice the horsepower. The exterior of the Model A had design cues taken from the Lincoln, making the Model A modern, fresh, and refined. Other features included four-wheel, cable operated mechanical brakes, welded steel wire wheels and Houdaille-type double-acting shock absorbers. The Model T had been available in only one color, while the Model A was offered in several choices including green, gray and black. Pricing began at $460 and available in nine body types.

This 1928 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup is painted in green with black fenders. It has been given a complete concours-level restoration and is in excellent running order.

In 2009, this Model A was offered for sale at the Vintage Motor Cars of Meadow Brook presented by RM Auctions. It was estimated to sell for $26,000 - $32,000 and offered without reserve. The lot was sold for the sum of $20,900, including buyer's premium.

By Daniel Vaughan | Sep 2009