Woody

1926 Ford Model A Huckster

- 2.9L I4
- Manual Transmission
- Huckster Pickup
- Black and Wood Exterior
- Black Interior

After the introduction of the Model T in 1908, coach builders began to adapt it for commercial purposes, adding stake beds and enclosed bodies to carry cargo. Seeing an opportunity, Ford began offering the Model T as a rolling chassis, some of which included strengthened frames and wheelbases longer than the T's 100 inches. The Ford Model T rolling chassis was highly adaptable, basic design that proved to be an excellent platform on which to construct very handsome wood-bodied station wagons and “depot hacks.” Ford did not yet manufacture its own wooden bodies for the Model T, and consequently, all wagons came from several outside suppliers. One alternative was the commercial “huckster” body with a large cargo area at the rear. The “huckster” was useful for many practical applications, including being filled with “Goods For Sale”. Restored survivors continue to remain popular among early Ford collectors today as well a clever display for merchants at farmers markets or within retail settings. These unique trucks capture a time when retailers brought the goods to your neighborhood long before Amazon!

This charming wood huckster body has been lovingly restored with an oak body. The craftsmanship on the woodwork is outstanding. The remaining steel body is painted black, and while this is an older restoration it still presents with a rich shine with a few very minor blemishes here and there in the body. The black interior and vinyl top have been fully restored. Options are sparse with only an amp gauge for the dashboard. The chrome trim has been well cared for and beams with a rich luster with only some light patina.
The 20 bhp, 177 cu. in. L-head inline four-cylinder engine has been fully rebuilt and accurately restored and runs strong transferring power through the two-speed planetary-type manual transmission. This early delivery vehicle rolls on wood spoke wheels.

This rare and unique Ford Model T is ready to roll down your main street in parades and perhaps advertising your business. It would also be fun to drive and maybe pick up a few supplies in. Imagine the looks you would have at your local hardware or big box as you stopped in to get a few supplies!

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