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dean from bozeman · 01-18-2014, 08:44 AM

I bought my first Model A in '66 and have owned several through the years. The lines and overall look of a Model A are just right. I overlooked the issue of not quite fitting into one. I'm 6'4" and 225 lb.

Then I visited a friend who has a '36 Flathead. The fit was good. The power for these two lane Montana roads was there. I started looking at the V8's. Their look started to grow on me.

Last year I sold one of my A's and a trailer full of "A" parts and bought a '39 Coupe. It is eleven years younger than my Model A. Improvements obviously were made but the basic car isn't all that much different.

If possible, drive a Model A for a week and then drive a V8 for a week. Afterwards you will have the answer that is right for you.

01-18-2014, 08:44 AM	#34
dean from bozeman Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Bozeman, Montana Posts: 997	Re: Model A vs. Flathead quandry I bought my first Model A in '66 and have owned several through the years. The lines and overall look of a Model A are just right. I overlooked the issue of not quite fitting into one. I'm 6'4" and 225 lb. Then I visited a friend who has a '36 Flathead. The fit was good. The power for these two lane Montana roads was there. I started looking at the V8's. Their look started to grow on me. Last year I sold one of my A's and a trailer full of "A" parts and bought a '39 Coupe. It is eleven years younger than my Model A. Improvements obviously were made but the basic car isn't all that much different. If possible, drive a Model A for a week and then drive a V8 for a week. Afterwards you will have the answer that is right for you.