1931 Ford Model A Closed Cab Pickup Truck

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Eighteen years after the debut of their highly successful Model T, Ford unveiled the new Model A in 1927 now available in four standard colors. Offered in different body styles to suit almost every taste and purpose, the new Model A could be ordered in a sleek two-door Roadster body configuration all the way up a wide variety of bodies developed for a range of commercial uses which was further expanded for 1931. Costing $455, the Closed Cab Pickup was among the most popular commercial variants costing just $30 more than the Open Cab Pickup which would entice nearly 100,00 buyers for 1931. Powered by an “L-head” inline four-cylinder engine developing around 40 horsepower, these robust models would utilize steel top cab bodywork produced by the industry leaders in the design and construction of all-steel auto bodies Edward G. Budd Company of Philadelphia, PA. Used across a wide range of applications from municipal fire vehicles to delivery vehicles for hauling produce, some examples were ordered new by popular corporations and provide an even more enticing history for collectors.

Highlights

• Offered from long-term ownership of around 19 years

• Multi-year frame-off restoration completed in 2011 under current ownership

• This example was likely used by the Hershey Chocolate Corporation according to correspondence with Hershey after lettering was found on the exterior door skin during restoration

• Steel body Closed Cab Pick-up produced by Edward G. Budd Company with desirable wide-bed selection

• Late model 82-B closed cab built in August 1931 which features mid-year changes such as an all-steel pickup box with a steel floor which offered customers an advanced look at the Model B that would follow in 1932

• Finished in a striking red exterior with black accents and matching interior trim

• Powered by a 200.5 cu-in “L-head” four-cylinder engine which was rebuilt under previous ownership

• Driven approximately 1,200 miles since restoration

• Please note that while the odometer currently displays 1,706 miles at the time of cataloging, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• Equipped with a three-speed manual transmission

• Upgraded with turn signals

• Black wire wheels

• Four-wheel mechanical drum brakes

• Bench seat

• Windshield wiper

• Speedometer

• Gasoline gauge

• Rearview mirror

• Chrome front bumper

• Quail radiator cap mascot

• Side-mounted spare tire

Known Imperfections

• General paint imperfections consistent with the age of the restoration

• Small ding in the rear passenger fender

Included

• Model A instruction book

• Tool kit

• Assorted new and used spare parts as shown in photos which also include an unrestored engine and transmission

Ownership History

The consignor reports that this vehicle was likely used by the Hershey Chocolate Corporation which they discovered during the restoration when the original lettering was found on the door skin. After correspondence with a Hershey representative, it was concluded that based on the yellow lettering commonly used at that time and the fact that Hershey Chocolate Company changed its name to Hershey Chocolate Corporation in 1930 indicate this was likely a Hershey truck. After being purchased by the current owner around 2004, a multi-year restoration was completed in 2011 and has since been enjoyed in Pennslyvania under long-term ownership.

Hagerty Marketplace has confirmed a clean title status, the owner maintains the title in hand and will send it to the Hagerty Marketplace team to be reassigned to the new owner after the auction is complete.

Optional vehicle service contract available for $750. Learn more about the program here. *Sales tax may be applicable.