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1921 Ford

Model T Touring

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Body Color
Burgundy
Stock
5232
Engine Size
177ci Inline 4 Cylinder
Transmission Type
2 Speed Planetary
Vin
4757988
Miles
9,999
Drivetrain
RWD

1921 Ford Model T Touring

1921 Ford Model T Touring

The Ford Model T, (colloquially known as the "Tin Lizzie", "Leaping Lena", "jitney" or "flivver"), is an automobile produced by Ford Motor Company from October 1, 1908, to May 26, 1927.  It is generally regarded as the first affordable automobile, which made car travel available to middle-class Americans.  The relatively low price was partly the result of Ford's efficient fabrication, including assembly line production instead of individual hand crafting.

For consignment, a “flivver” in touring T form.  This beauty has been restored some time ago and still shows well and would make a splendid display and show/parade car.  It is fresh out of a many year long storage within an "air capsule" and is beautifully crafted with a steel structure and clean drivetrain.  A rare example in great condition but needing a little TLC to get it running again.  

Exterior
Starting upfront we note an all metal construction cowled hood, polished brass corral framing the radiator and side flanking independent from the hood, black fenders and glossy black running boards with textured finish to make entrance and exit less slippery.  A change from the factory spec, all steel for the body tub is painted in maroon, a welcome change from the black that was the only color available during this production era, as earlier and later built cars had multiple color choices.  Beautifully finished steel with some gold lead logoing on the front doors makes up the passenger compartment and a second set of simple curved black fenders are on the back above the wheels and protect the passengers from mud and dirt.  Of note, this is a 3 door model as the driver's door, while outlined, is nonfunctional and does not open.  Upfront, the flat windshield, flanked by polished brass lanterns, fronts the tall black vinyl top.  The top shows with some minor wrinkling from years of being stored in the lowered position and can easily be folded down for some wind in your hair motoring.  Maroon painted 30-inch wood spoked wheels are wrapped by thin rubber pneumatic tires on all 4 corners.

Interior
Simplicity and utilitarian designs abound, but they does not take away from the beauty of the interplay of black vinyl that makes up the buggy style seats both front and rear.  A wide black rimmed steering wheel juts out on an angle from the very simple dash and has a few levers to play with for engine performance. The dash is the ignition switch and headlight switch, no fancy gauges here.  The typical 3 pedal model T setup is seen, and a handbrake also on the floor, which is covered with a black Ford logo floor mat. 

Drivetrain
A beautifully restored 177ci of 4-cylinder power is under the cowled hood. This engine codes out to have been built somewhere in January of 1924, so it is not the original engine.  A 1-barrel carburetor is atop, and a 2-speed planetary transmission is on back sending power to a 3.63 geared rear axle.

Undercarriage
Plenty of black painted wood with no rot or structural problem for the floor pans and we were unable to find any surface rust, even on the usual suspects.  A steel frame holds the body tightly, and the rear axle, front steering, and drivetrain are attached to it as well.  Mechanical drum brakes on the rear and a stock exhaust system complete our underside tour.

Drive-Ability
Parking brake set, neutral assured, fuel turned on, timing retarded, a little bit of hand throttle engaged and ignition turned on.  I was ready for the cranking of a lifetime, but before I started my crack decoder pointed out that this car is equipped with an electric starter...my shoulder and left arm thanked him kindly.  A push of the floor button after checking the fluids started this Flivver cranking.  However, with any car out of long term storage, some TLC is in order for the fuel system at minimum.

Wonderfully preserved, showing finely with maroon and black steel and the benefit of an open touring car.  Truly reminiscent of the original Henry Ford concept that brought America away from the horse drawn carriage to the automobile.  A serious look for the collector that needs something that not everyone has.

Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special interest automobile showroom, featuring over 850 vehicles for sale with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle barn find collection is on display.  This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914. Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person.