“1930 Model A – so I’ve been told – I have no idea myself” is how the seller lists this Ford sedan here on eBay. The seller’s opening bid price of $950 hasn’t been matched but with no reserve and the auction ending on Thanksgiving eve, there is still plenty of time left. And “if there’s nobody brave enough out there to tackle her,” the seller claims he will gladly keep the car and use it for advertising. It’s currently available for pick up in Ridgeland, Mississippi or the seller can help with delivery, depending on where the buyer resides.
Check out the bullet holes! That isn’t a welcome sight for someone looking to restore this car but if it’s to be used as a display piece, the bullet holes certainly add a bit of character and perhaps a little Bonnie and Clyde mystique. My question to Barn Finds readers and Model A experts out there is: what type of sedan is it? Is it a Standard Tudor? A Deluxe? Researching these cars is quite challenging because Ford offered so many different models and body styles between 1927-1931. For example, I came across an interesting debate among Model A enthusiasts here on FordBarn about whether or not Deluxe Tudor models were first offered in 1930 or 1931.
The seller claims the motor and transmission are intact and that he has “the stainless radiator cover but no radiator or cap.” It sounds like this may have been a one owner car up until the seller acquired it because in the listing he mentions “the man [he bought it from] said he drove it when he was 15…up and down dirt roads.” The car was last tagged in 1950 and still wears it’s rusty old plate as seen in some of the photos. It appears a tree took up residence both on and in the car and I wonder why the seller didn’t do a better job of trimming it before taking pictures. Perhaps those limbs are helping to hold things together?
Because it’s sat for so many years Mother Earth has reclaimed much of this old Ford and I fear the seller’s intent to use it as a display piece may be the best hope. As for a restoration or rat-rod project, perhaps some of the body panels, doors, and fenders can be repurposed but since there looks to be absolutely nothing left of the floor, it sure would take a brave soul, as the seller implies, to bring this one back. “If you’re scared: Don’t bid.” Hmmm…is that a warning or a challenge?
I continue to be amazed/shocked at what scrap heaps folks are dragging out of fields, swamps, woods and trying to cash in. Yes, it’s sad that this Ford met this fate, but c’mon .. let’s be realistic, there’s nothing left. Should have left it in it’s grave
I agree but there is always someone out there who will place a bid, especially for rusty Mopars. This car isn’t worth scrap metal.
There may be a few usable parts on it but, it looks like they may be the most expensive parts you’ll ever buy.
Roller paint it in a pastel color, remount the “stainless radiator cover,” maybe throw some rubber on those wheels then push it into position in front of your restaurant, coffee shop, or salvage yard. Reapply paint every few years to preserve what few iron oxide particles are left. Surprised there is even glass in that front window.
Well he says ‘May the best man win.’ Kind of glad I am a born loser.
It may be worth buying as yard art,but you can get free yard art
by just parking something out in mother nature long enough…LOL.
There will always be rusted/wrecked/abandoned cars to use as art,
but they don’t have to cost$1000.Cool conversation starter though.
I’m going to cut and paste “patina” and “ran when parked” for these cars…
What no new tires ?
Like that Olds.
To be honest, the only thing that looks salvageable on that Model A is the stainless trim around the cowl and possibly some wheels.
Hey, tires that are not only flat on the bottoms….
Two original fenders at Hershey or Carlisle would cost that much. Buy I and part it out if you are close enough to avoid paying for transportation. I’m amazed how negative most of you are.
I’m pretty sure 95% of the guys that comment here could not restore a car on their own so these comments will continue to dominate.
If I was building a hot rod of this year and body style, I would scoop it up for sure.
Looks like a fun one to make new metal for.
I would love to have seen photos of it in it’s 30 plus year resting spot. It would make great yard art at a farm somewhere if it was priced half as much.
With gun deer season opening here tomorrow, looking at the 1st ebay photo I am seeing the elusive tirty pointer.
I’m surprised that the ad didn’t include “Ran when parked”.
Yard art. BBQ in the engine compartment.
Looks like worthy rat rod material to me
Overpriced yard art
The body looks a lot better than what’s up here in New England worth the price …I would give full price for it .
I too am surprised at so much negativity. This is still totally viable rat rod material. Many builders use exactly zero of the original floor and firewall anyway. The body will be set down low on a custom built frame, a new floor constructed and the top chopped. There is less to have to cut away first. It isn’t the best Model A ever to start with, but it’s still completely usable.