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07-18-2012, 11:02 PM | #1 |
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Newbie Interested In A Model A
Hey everyone Steve here and I'm looking for a Model A 4 door. I'm a younger guy who has been looking for a while now. I bought a '70 Chevelle project recently that's finished and it's time to get another car. That being said, I'm not looking for another project. I want to drive the car home. Not trying to find a show quality car, just a nice driver. I've been reading these forums lately and have learned a bit. I check Craigslist, eBay, here, etc. daily for cars but it's much harder than my Chevelle search. I don't mind waiting for the right car. Before the Chevelle I knew very little of working on cars. Are any of you local to me (San Jose, CA) that know of clubs or events with Model As? I'd like to learn about them before buying one and would love to see one up close. I went to a local car show recently but there was only one Model A and the owner wasn't around. I know my post is pretty vague and I appreciate any help. Thanks, gentlemen.
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07-18-2012, 11:34 PM | #2 |
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Re: Newbie Interested In A Model A
the Santa Clara valley Chapter of MAFCA meets every first Tuesday of the month at Harry's Hofbrau on Saratoga Ave.
http://www.scvcma.org/ The meeting officially starts at 7:30, but in reality social hour starts about 5:30-6. We are a large club, with lots of helpful members and cars do come up for sale. You are right to wait a bit. Look at a lot of cars, ask questions. Eventually you will get a good idea of what you want and will be able to recognize it when it comes along. Don't forget, these are 80 year old used cars. An informed buyer will get a better car than a compulsive buyer. this saturday we are having a seminar at a members home called " let me drive your A" which is what it sounds like. Its out in the East foothills above by Reid Hillview. If you're interested, PM me Last edited by pat in Santa Cruz; 07-18-2012 at 11:41 PM. |
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07-19-2012, 12:48 AM | #3 |
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Re: Newbie Interested In A Model A
Thanks for the info, Pat. I sent you a PM.
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07-19-2012, 01:16 AM | #4 |
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Re: Newbie Interested In A Model A
Few years back there were several A's from the Santa Clara club at a museum in Polson, Montana. The one that sticks out in my mind was a yellow phaeton. I stopped and talked to one of the fellows and told him I was interested in buying an A. We talked for a few minutes and the gentleman recommended that I look for a slant 4 door. This conversation led to my first model A. 1931 standard fordor.
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07-19-2012, 09:05 PM | #6 |
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07-19-2012, 09:52 PM | #7 |
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that phaeton is Charlotte. Once a police car in Mexico, shes traveled all over the US, most recently to Michigan for the National. Unfortunately, she broke a crank about 60 miles from Detroit. But that won't stop her for long.
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07-19-2012, 09:58 PM | #8 |
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Re: Newbie Interested In A Model A
Have you tried Hemmings Motor News or Old Cars Weekly?
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07-20-2012, 12:19 PM | #9 |
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Welcome "Newbie"
Today, 7/20/12. You should check the SF Bay Area Craigslist heading for Model A's. There is a 1931 Model A Roadster located for sale up in LODI ca. Asking either $12,500 or $13,500 with several pictures to boot. If someone doesn't look at this beauty and (going by the photos for now), buy it - then something is wrong. Looks like an inherited type of A, with no one to move it along in the family ............... Come to think of it, I should go and look at it. Just a thought. Have fun - and welcome! SHEC |
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07-20-2012, 08:51 PM | #11 |
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Www.hemmings.com will have close to 200 A's for sale. Much better than Craigslist or eBay. Even www.mafca.com normally has a pretty good selection.
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07-20-2012, 11:46 PM | #12 |
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Where are you located?
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07-21-2012, 12:24 AM | #13 | |
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07-22-2012, 02:31 PM | #14 |
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Thanks again for the invitation, Pat. I learned a lot yesterday and appreciate all the help you gave.
I drove a few Model As for the first time and it was a lot of fun. I learned a lot and am thankful everyone was so helpful. After driving different Model As I am still set on a four door and the Slant Windows seem to be my best bet. |
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I have a 1929 Murray bodied 4 door sedan in San Rafael Ca. area.
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