Affordable model A
 

I know this is a GM forum that exists for trucks primarily but I figure this portion was for those that can appreciate anything old and cool. I live and breathe bowties but as I get older I've grown to appreciate others namely model As of the 20s and 30s. Recently I saw a 33 chevy coupe that was dirt cheap but after seeing the condition of the interior which was mostly wood and would probably have the jeepers creepers creature pick a different car I realized bringing it back may have been beyond my skill and surely my wallet. Id much prefer a chev from the 30s but they are extremely rare and, as I've found, very pricy in any condition above a complete dumpster fire. Marketplace frequently shows me cars I cant afford but this one is a possibility. Just like to hear what you guys think or would do if you saw this for sale

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My Daddy was a F_rd man.

There are still some parts for these cars up the barn.

Him and his friends would go sell the eggs out of the chicken house to get money to buy gas and kerosene.

Daddy said they would get it warm with gas, then pour the kerosene in and ride all day in the back field at my grandma's house.

The Market has drove prices of parts up for these cars also.

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You get a tremendous bang for your buck with a Model A, especially as the old(er) guys die off.

Even more so with a Model T, if you can stomach a more ancient architecture.

I had a '31 rumble seat car. Super easy to maintain, nothing you can't fix with a screwdriver and pliers, never left me stranded. Perfect fun car that the kids could climb all over.

But - while they'll go 50 or 55 (downhill) you really want to settle in about 45 mph. They are hot and will beat you up if you go very far. And the headlamps provide a nice orange glow at night which allow other vehicles to see you. Be prepared to listen to stories from every person in the gas station as you are fueling.

I sold mine when I wanted to modernize the fleet and bought a big Pontiac.

But I will probably own another someday. I'd jump on that if you are interested, and provided it doesn't have a huge rear main oil leak (there is no "seal". Just a little aluminum "canoe" that channels where the oil goes).

K

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Note all the smiles in this photo:

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One other thought: I now know where the whole "hot rod" movement came from.

As you drive these cars you are continually thinking "man - I wish I had a bit more motor".

"or another gear".

"And juice brakes".

"or less weight".

I had to beat guys away with a stick to keep them from turning mine into a hot rod.

Conversely - I couldn't own a '32 Ford hot rod.

I'd have to have four or five of 'em.

K

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I've heard of the model A rear main oil drain mostly from a youtube channel called strongs garage who deal in all things from the 40s on down. Sadly all the uncles I had who probably owned these cars are gone now but I won't let that sway my decision as I know one in particular who'd say "what are you waiting for? Go get it already". I'm no blue book expert as far as fair prices but I have seen ones in far worse condition go for much more in the 15k to 20k range so I don't know why this one is priced so low. I messaged to inquire when would be a good time to see it as I can't judge anything from 2 pics. At the very least I'll hopefully get a ride in it even if I don't bring it home