1931 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup With an Older Repaint

By the time production of the historic Ford concluded in 1931, more than 4.3 million copies of the Model A, across all body styles, had been produced. The seller of this 1931 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup says it was built late in the Model A's production run, making it a desirable example, fitted here with a replacement 1929-dated engine that has been rebuilt. The paint is said to date from the 1990s and is described as beautiful, with the seller stating that the roadster pickup is in good daily driving condition. - The 201-cu.in. L-head inline-four engine in this Model A is said to be a 1929-dated replacement that was rebuilt less than 4,000 miles ago. The engine was rated by the manufacturer at 40 horsepower when new and receives its fuel mixture via a single downdraft carburetor. It's said to idle fine on a cold start with the spark, throttle, and choke properly engaged, with no smoke. - the three-speed manual transmission shifts fine with double clutching. A weep from the valve cover gasket is noted. The engine bay presents as stock and generally clean. The Model A's Washington Blue paint is roughly 25 years old and described as beautiful, with a small scuff noted on one rear fender, along with a few paint chips. - the one-piece roadster top is original to the vehicle, is non-retractable, and has had its original bonded headliner removed. - there have been no rust repairs to the Model A during his ownership, and that he is unaware of any rust on the vehicle. The cargo bed shows only minor unevenness, with no major dents and a wooden floor that is largely free of scuffs. The windshield and rear glass are reported to be original to the vehicle and free of cracks. - the lights are fine. Cowl lamps have been added. The underside is generally clean, with light surface corrosion on a few components - The brown vinyl on the fixed bench seat appears to be older and shows no damage. The cab floors have rubber mats that look to be in good shape. No interior trim is reported to be absent. The painted dashboard presents well, and the seller states no issues with instrument functionality. There is no heater or audio system. - The Model A's chassis and brakes are reported to have been inspected and upgraded where needed about 3,000 miles ago.- no component damage or functional suspension issues. The mechanical drum brakes work fine, . No issues are stated with the wire wheels, which mount Firestone tires and inner tubes of unspecified age that are reported to have traveled fewer than 500 miles. - the Model A ships without shocks. Engine build sheets will be provided. This 1931 Ford Model A Roadster Pickup is described as a late-production example that is in very good driver condition.