Ford Model T Partially Restored Folding Roof USA Import (1926)

Vehicle description

Highlights and General

For sale is a 1926 Ford Model T, painted in elegant black with a black leatherette interior.

Highlights

• Partially restored
• Folding roof
• Was imported from the USA (Arizona) about eight years ago
• the original headlights are included (can't be seen on the photos)
• Investment: The folding roof was completely renewed four years ago. The engine dates from 1924 and was overhauled in 2019 by Anton Seelmann (Ford specialist) (cost: over 5000 €).

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1926
• First registration: 1926
• Import from the USA
• Location: 24628 Hartenholm, Germany
• Number of owners not known
• TÜV: Yes
• H license plate
• Accident free in current ownership
• Registered
• German registration
• Duty paid
• Ready to drive

Model History

• The Ford Model T was the world's first mass-market car. It was produced by Henry Ford starting in 1908 and sold over 15 million units by 1927. Its predecessor was the Ford Model A with a single cylinder engine. The Model T had a four-cylinder engine with 20 horsepower. It was produced on assembly lines, making it affordable.

Facts

Exterior and interior

• Black paint
• Black leatherette interior
• Repainted

Engine and transmission

• 2.9-liter 4-cylinder engine with 20 hp
• Engine from 1924, which was overhauled in 2019 by Anton Seelmann (Ford specialist).
• Manual transmission

Mileage

• Mileage not stated and not traceable.

Documentation

• No checkbook available.

Tires, brakes, body & underbody.

• Tires: Condition 70-90 %
• Brakes: Condition 70-90
• Underbody: No rust spots visible

Known defects

• The rear axle is a jerk. The function is limited. Only normal driving possible no hill climbing.
• The alternator is not original so as the carburetor, but runs perfectly and reliably. There is a fuel pump with filter installed.
• For the hand throttle you need some practice, but there are numerous YouTube videos with explanation
• Signs of wear commensurate with its age
• Please see the photo gallery and videos for more insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

Dive into nostalgia with this elegant 1926 Ford Model T in timeless black and black leatherette interior. Partially restored, imported from Arizona, and with a renewed folding roof, this historic vehicle with a 2.9-liter 4-cylinder engine (20 hp) and H license plate offers a unique driving experience, free of known defects except for non-original parts like the alternator and carburetor.

Vehicle videos

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