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Michael in Sedona · 06-09-2012, 10:39 AM

Saw this article today about the top 5 worry-free classic cars to own, and the Model A was on the list. Worth a look. Sorry I don't know how to post this as an active link.

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2012/...ntcmp=features

Kurt in NJ · 06-09-2012, 11:02 AM

In my opinion the model A with it's mechanical brakes is way above the other choices, having worked on 60s european and english cars i don't think the sprite should be on the list, MGB yes, volvo 122 --yes, austin Healy 3000 yes, the sprite/midget series has many weaknesses ---I did so many of those transmissions that I still remember many of the trans parts #s

SDJason · 06-09-2012, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Michael in Sedona

Saw this article today about the top 5 worry-free classic cars to own, and the Model A was on the list. Worth a look. Sorry I don't know how to post this as an active link.

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2012/...ntcmp=features

You held back a bit...not just on the list, but at the top of the list!
Thanks for posting!!

(also tracked down the original Hagerty article)

Richard Wilson · 06-09-2012, 04:42 PM

Model A and early Mustangs would be on my list but what is that guy thinking to include the early solid rear axle Corvettes, Datsun Z and an Austin Healey Sprite? Where are the pre-70's VW Beetle or 55-57 Chevy?

LukeDahlinger · 06-09-2012, 05:14 PM

I sure wouldn't list a solid axle Vette as worry free- for more reasons than I will get into on a Ford forum. Not to mention they just aren't that comfortable to drive for any great distance. But that's beyond the scope of the article.

They did right by putting the Model A as #1.

V4F · 06-09-2012, 07:05 PM

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Clem Clement · 06-09-2012, 07:34 PM

What? Me worry???

53F100Jeffie · 06-09-2012, 08:12 PM

My wife and I own a 64 1/2 mustang convertible which has the anemic 6, according to Motor Trend at the time. Other than a little maintenance, brake work and new tires, I have done little or nothing to the car. It starts every time, and goes down the road smooth.
My father in law, has been restoring Model A Fords since the 60's and has quite a few nice ones. He has a 1930 Pickup that my wife remembers since she was a small child. It was in our wedding. The bride and groom rode in a 31 standard roadster! Great cars, nothing like their Aahhoogah!!!
Jeff

dumb person · 06-10-2012, 12:28 AM

Maybe they were one of those people who is bias toward sports cars?

06-09-2012, 11:02 AM	#2
Kurt in NJ Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: on the Littlefield Posts: 6,159	Re: Top 5 Worry-Free Classic Cars In my opinion the model A with it's mechanical brakes is way above the other choices, having worked on 60s european and english cars i don't think the sprite should be on the list, MGB yes, volvo 122 --yes, austin Healy 3000 yes, the sprite/midget series has many weaknesses ---I did so many of those transmissions that I still remember many of the trans parts #s

06-09-2012, 04:42 PM	#4
Richard Wilson Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NC Posts: 908	Re: Top 5 Worry-Free Classic Cars Model A and early Mustangs would be on my list but what is that guy thinking to include the early solid rear axle Corvettes, Datsun Z and an Austin Healey Sprite? Where are the pre-70's VW Beetle or 55-57 Chevy?

06-09-2012, 05:14 PM	#5
LukeDahlinger BANNED Join Date: Dec 2010 Posts: 956	Re: Top 5 Worry-Free Classic Cars I sure wouldn't list a solid axle Vette as worry free- for more reasons than I will get into on a Ford forum. Not to mention they just aren't that comfortable to drive for any great distance. But that's beyond the scope of the article. They did right by putting the Model A as #1. __________________ Wanted- Feb. 1931 Parts Price List www.vintagefordfacts.blogspot.com

06-09-2012, 07:05 PM	#6
V4F Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: ca. Posts: 2,522	Re: Top 5 Worry-Free Classic Cars Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) i did not know there was such a thing !!! __________________ V4f

06-09-2012, 07:34 PM	#7
Clem Clement Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Fairfax, VA Posts: 3,393	Re: Top 5 Worry-Free Classic Cars What? Me worry???

06-09-2012, 10:39 AM	#1
Michael in Sedona Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Sedona, Arizona Posts: 178	Top 5 Worry-Free Classic Cars Saw this article today about the top 5 worry-free classic cars to own, and the Model A was on the list. Worth a look. Sorry I don't know how to post this as an active link. http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2012/...ntcmp=features

06-09-2012, 08:12 PM	#8
53F100Jeffie Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Kirkville, N.Y. Posts: 90	Re: Top 5 Worry-Free Classic Cars My wife and I own a 64 1/2 mustang convertible which has the anemic 6, according to Motor Trend at the time. Other than a little maintenance, brake work and new tires, I have done little or nothing to the car. It starts every time, and goes down the road smooth. My father in law, has been restoring Model A Fords since the 60's and has quite a few nice ones. He has a 1930 Pickup that my wife remembers since she was a small child. It was in our wedding. The bride and groom rode in a 31 standard roadster! Great cars, nothing like their Aahhoogah!!! Jeff __________________ 1929 Model A Fordor 1949 Ford F1 Panel Truck 1953 Ford F100 Pickup 2006 Ford F150 XLT Scab 4x4 "I'd rather drive a truck" - Rick Nelson

06-10-2012, 12:28 AM	#9
dumb person Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: South pacific island Posts: 1,724	Re: Top 5 Worry-Free Classic Cars Maybe they were one of those people who is bias toward sports cars?