The Ford Model A (1927-1931) was the second huge success for the Ford Motor Company, after its predecessor, the Model T. First produced on October 20, 1927, but not sold until December 2, it replaced the venerable Model T, which had been produced for 18 years. This new Model A (a previous model had used the Model A name back in 1903¬1904) was designated as a 1927 model and was available in four standard colors, but not black.

The Model A was produced through 1931. When production ended in March, 1932, there were 4,849,340 Model A's made in all styles. Its successor was the Model B, which featured an updated 4-cylinder engine, followed by the Model 18 which introduced Ford's new V8 engine.

Prices for the Model A ranged from US$385 for a roadster to $1400 for the top-of-the-line Town Car. The engine was a water-cooled L-head 4-cylinder with a displacement of 201 cubic inches (3.3 L). This engine gave the car 40 horsepower (30 kW). Typical fuel consumption was between 25 and 30 mpg (U.S.) (8 to 12 kilometres per litre or 8-9 L/100 km)[citation needed] using a Zenith one-barrel up-draft carburetor, with a top speed of around 65 mph (104 km/h).

It had a 103.5 in (2629 mm) wheelbase with a final drive ratio of 3.77:1. The transmission was a 3-speed sliding gear unit with a 1-speed reverse. The Model A had 4-wheel mechanical drum brakes. The 1930 and 1931 editions came with stainless steel radiator cowling and headlamp housings.

The Model A came in a wide variety of styles: Coupe (Standard and Deluxe), Business Coupe, Sport Coupe, Roadster Coupe (Standard and Deluxe, Convertible Cabriolet, Convertible Sedan, Phaeton (Standard and Deluxe), Tudor (Standard and Deluxe[2]), Town Car, Fordor (2-window) (Standard and Deluxe), Fordor (3-window) (Standard and Deluxe), Victoria, Station Wagon, Taxicab, Truck, and Commercial.

The Model A was the first Ford to use the standard set of driver controls, with conventional clutch and brake pedals, throttle and gearshift; previous Ford models used controls that had become out of date and uncommon to drivers of other makes. The Model A's fuel tank was located in the cowl, between the engine compartment's fire wall and the dash panel.

It had an optic fuel gauge and the fuel was distributed to the carburetor by gravity. In cooler climates, owners could purchase an aftermarket cast iron unit to place over the engine's exhaust manifold to bring heated air into the cab. A small door could be opened or closed to adjust the amount of hot air entering the cab. Model A was the first car to have safety glass in the windshield.

As Shown: Model A 1930 Truck - This delivery truck worked almost every day since 1930. In 2008 we decided to restore the old truck to it original beauty. Using only our classically trained craftsman in the same hand as Henry Ford did building his first prototype. We restored this truck to as you see it today. It is road worthy and is still delivering product short runs on a local basis however if you can stand no air, radio, power steering, etc. and could find a delivery person willing, it is ready for long hauls as well. Proof that if its built with quality in mind it will stand the test of time.

As Shown: Model A 1930 Truck Side Rails - Hand Rubbed JoJoba oils and walnut stain - Exotic Cedar - Light Distressed old growth incense cedar . These side rails have been pegged and hand hewn to shape joined and doweled joined and interlocking. These hand made by our master craftsman made from northern white core wood exotic cedar hand hewn, pegged and tension jointed to form a solid mass and will with stand the lack of suspension over any road way.

Details As Shown: Natural light walnut JoJoba oil finish - Exotic Cedar - Medium Distress northern white core wood exotic cedar. If raised grain finish is desired. The wire brushed raised grain of the natural cedar is designed to appear rustic and aged, however, this is a highly finished, snag and splinter free surface. Our processes includes five to ten coats of hand rubbed furniture quality clear oils or water based non-toxic lacquers. It is applied, cured, rubbed and re-applied depending upon whether your order is limited edition or old growth original works. Every surface of this table and chairs is finely finished including the undersides and hidden areas. These furnishings are built to investment family heirloom quality and are finished to be virtually maintenance free and will stand the test of time. You may choose the natural color, from over 400 standard stain colors or computer color match to any color stain. Most of our finishes are water based and earth friendly. You may order any color or texture finish at no extra charge.