Former Collection Piece/Climate Controlled Storage/Electric Start/177ci I4

1926 Ford Model T Runabout 

For consignment and gracing the South mallway of our Hallowed Halls, a Model T Runabout right out of 1926.  Always stored in a climate controlled showroom as part of a collection, electric start equipped, and fold down vinyl roofing we have a sure fire winner once you figure out the pedal arrangement and controls.  The beneficiary of a restoration has left us with a nicely done, great driving example of the "new" for 1926 Model T still in original Henry steel.

Exterior
All standard issue Model T with black accenting on the radiator, Motometer and chrome headlight rings greets us at first glance.  We note the lack of headlamp tie bar, an accessory added during early 1926 model production to stiffen up the fenders and headlamps.  A simple black doghouse style center hinged hood is flanked by black flowing fenders over the front wheels and down to running boards.  A simple body tub carries the black theme and is covered with a black vinyl top sans any rips or wear.  This top can be easily folded by 2 people to enjoy the fresh air or left up for inclement weather.  A sloping trunk is on the back and opens to reveal a simple metal stowage area.  The gaps are well minded and nary a hint of rust is seen on this well presenting body and nice paint application.  Cleanly finished red 21-inch wire spoke wheels with like new Firestone 4.40/4.50-21 tires adorn the 4 corners.   A Ford logo is carried on the jacketed spare tire attached on the rear and finishes off our exterior tour nicely.

Interior
Swinging open the passenger's door, (trust me, it's much easier to enter from this side), and we are met with lightly textured basic black vinyl door panels with a simple black steel actuator.  A fat black rimmed 4 spoke steering wheel with timing and throttle controls sits atop the column in front is a full metal jacket black steel dash.  A simple, spartan design with only an ampere gauge to monitor on this dash and a simple combination headlight and ignition switch, and chrome courtesy light.  Providing the seating is a black vinyl bench seat finished with a buttoned tuck and roll pattern and looking just fab.  A simple black vinyl Ford logoed floor mat covers the wooden floors and wraps up our interior tour.

Drivetrain
Lifting either side of the center hinged hood allows us to view the rebuilt 177ci 4-cylinder mill.  Based on the serial number this engine was built in February of 1926 and very well may be the original engine.  It is fed by a 1-barrel carburetor on the side and on the back is a 2-speed planetary transmission that actually works as the foot brake also.  A 3.63 geared rear axle puts the power to the ground.

Undercarriage
Solid black steel makes up the frame and supports black body hangers with just a few spots of surface rust due to chip offs on the underside of the fenders and running boards.   A mix of black steel and wood makes up the flooring and is in good shape.  Transverse leaf springs provide the suspension front and rear and rear mechanical drum brakes are on.  A stock style single exhaust system handles the removal of spent fossils.  All looking good and original down below.

Drive-Ability
Starting a Model T appears at first to be a daunting task but after becoming acclimated and properly trained it's easy-peasy, so naturally I relied on my crack decoder to get this tin lizzie fired up.  On our test track this car performed as expected from any car of the era.  Performance, braking and handling were adequate but attention must be paid at all times thanks to the unique pedal arrangement and function.  All in all, a nice little jaunt in a Runabout, and after my drive my confidence to drive a T is on par with my confidence to free climb the Empire State building, however I did survive the drive with no mishaps.  While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase. 

A well done Model T Runabout, all buttoned up and ready to show, drive in parades or even compete in a brass era tour if the mood struck you.  Swing on by our Hallowed Halls and prepare for your own Runabout tour.

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