Mustangs and Model As

[holdover]

Doing final work on the complete restoration of a 1965 Mustang FB 289 4 speed, only thing left is some slight body work and paint. On the other side of the garage are my two ’29 Model As, a coupe and a CCPU. As I was working on the Mustang this afternoon I got to thinking about the 1st A I owned, a ’31 coupe that I bought in 1966 and did a slight restoration to it. Back then there were all kinds of original parts available at fair prices. When I bought the ’31 it was 35 yrs old and by most people was considered an antique vehicle, didn’t call it a classic. The Mustang on the other hand is 50 yrs old and is called a classic. Restoring one has the same problems as restoring a Model A, reproduction parts that aren’t always exactly right, and original parts getting harder to find and more expensive. I expect that after the Mustang is finished I will split driving time between the three vehicles, I like to take them out at least once a week, I can tell Grandkids and Grandpa are going to have a blast with three to play with!

[mshmodela]

Nice story, thanks for the post

[Anteek29]

Hmmm...kinda strange that restored Mustangs seem to bring more money than restored Model A's? Even though Model A's are older and not as many were produced - or am I off base here?

[Not George]

Originally Posted by Anteek29

Hmmm...kinda strange that restored Mustangs seem to bring more money than restored Model A's? Even though Model A's are older and not as many were produced - or am I off base here?

I would guess the Mustang appeals to a younger demographic, which has more disposable income and has no problem spending it

[Anteek29]

Also seems to me that Model T's bring even less $$ than Model A's? Perhaps younger buyers are not interested in really old cars that need more maintenance and harder-to-find repair parts.

[Jeff/Illinois]

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Holdover you and I have the same disease buddy! Dividing time between a '69 Mach that is all done and a '30 Roadster that is basically sound but needs updated (original of course).

Both fun to drive for what they are.

Depends on if I'm in a '30's' mood or a '60's' mood which one gets driven when.

Went to a very large car cruise last night in Western Illinois. Over 2,000 cars, a little of everything. It was good to see 'em all and I noticed they all got attention, even plenty of youth checking out the Model A's

[DJ S]

The reason Model A's are priced lower than mustangs is because of all that was mentioned above and some. Model A's just aren't appealing to the younger population due to mostly loss of connection. Most don't have the connections that you all had with Model A's growing up. I got into Model A's myself because my grandfather owns four of them and whenever I was over his house we would jump into his red roadster and go for a spin around the block. Along with lose of connections many kids my age aren't interested in these old things because of their lack of power/ speed and excessive maintenance and up keep. Not everyone wants to go to all the swap meets looking for parts that unfortunately are becoming scarce and expensive in some places.

[5window]

Well, I've got a '65 Mustang that my aunt bought new in '65 and a '31 A. Hmmm.

[Roger V]

Agree with DJ S plus it's not just the younger population but older too. I don't relate to A's by when I was young or through any family connection. Just liked them for what they were. In contrast I also like my '70 Mach 1, '67 Fairlane GTA, and others.

[colin1928]

Holdover and Jeff I am also have the same disease having a A Model pickup and a 66 mustang I personal value the A Model highest but every 1 else (my kids and mates) prefers the mustang
1 of the reasons IMO is driving style is much more like driving a modern car power brakes and so on
The A Models for those who have never driven 1 seam harder for them to get their head around ( not just turn key and go)

[CarlG]

Due to last minute mechanical difficulties, I did not go on our planned 2,000 mile tour this summer in my '31 Model A Pickup. Plans and reservations already made, so I opted to go in my 2005 Lincoln Aviator instead. While it was still a nice ride, I would have much rather gone in my Model A. (Ever try to stay with the group of Model A's in a modern car? -- It's exhausting holding all those horses back!)

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

NEVER try to convert admirers of Mustangs, Camaros, Corvettes, etc, to Model A's-------LEAVE them alone & let them do their OWN THING!!!!!
Bill W.

[KGBnut]

My first three cars were '67/'68 Mustangs. Got the first one in 1981. I was too young, too broke, and too stupid to properly maintain and restore them.

I loved those cars and miss things about them, but I think I enjoy my Model A more.

Ken

[Jeff/Illinois]

I know what you're saying Ken.

The convenience of having a 60's Ford Mustang-Torino- Galaxie XL etc., w/ 12V, lights that actually light the road, disc brakes, turn signals, power more than you can use to pass and go up hill etc. better shutting doors and safer car, is nice. Best to have a Model A AND one of these cars in my opinion it is hard to limit yourself to one or the other.

Saw a '69 Torino GT 428CJ 4-spd last night that was mint. Beautiful car. Fastback. Hmmmmmmm Not for sale but gets the wheels turnin' in your head!

[Clem Clement]

We have a 30 Model A Cabby and a early 64 1/2 Mustang. My son has the Mustang now in KC. The 30 is not lonely as there is a 39 pickup and a 29 packard nearby

[barnstuf]

In summer 1964 I had five Model A's and a 1959 Ford. I traded in the 1959 for a 1965 Mustang. Still have the Mustang and three of the same Model A's.

[Bob Bidonde]

Model A's, Mustangs and O-gauge trains go together go together.

[BILL WILLIAMSON]

I'll never forget, at Stans' Drive In, I saw a BLACK '55 T-Bird, fresh out of L.A, REAL knock off MAG wheels that looked like ANSEN SPRINTS, without the holes, BIG & LITTLE BLACKWALLS, a PAXTON blower stickin out of a hole in the hood, & a cam that went, "RUMP-RUMP-RUMP"-------------OH MY!!
Bill W.

[Nathan_1929]

Howdy folks. First real post here. I'm glad to find the community. I'm 29 years old, and have been interested in old "stuff" my whole life.

Anyways, this thread reminded me of these pictures of my grandpas A, which is now my uncles (and is under a nut-and-bolt restoration at the moment). I don't remember the whole back story to these pictures, so I'll let them speak for themselves.

[holdover]

WOW May 1964, a AKA 64 1/2 released to the public April 17th. If that was your grand-dad's Mustang it was one of the first sold. great pics, I remember those days like it was yesterday I was 18.