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Mikeinnj · 02-18-2011, 07:43 PM

Vagabon Green body 29' with black wheels....see avitar

CWPASADENA · 02-19-2011, 07:33 PM

I am putting Black Wheels and Black Tires on my '30 Std. Tudor. I painted the body Green but I do like the Black Wheels and Tires. (I drove a Green Tudor to College 50 years ago and am trying to relive my childhood, or something like that.)

I would like to restore a Coupe sometime. It would be Black, Black, Black. This is just like I remember most of the A's being in the "Old Days".

I DID NOT restore the '31 Roadster pictured in my Avitar. This is the way I bought it. I am NOT a big fan of White Walls but this is JUST MY OPINION.

Chris.

Special Coupe Frank · 02-19-2011, 08:05 PM

Henry Ford's personal Model A, a '29 Special Coupe, was black /black/black, but with a red stripe on the belt... looks pretty sharp...

Herman Munster · 02-19-2011, 08:21 PM

I know Henry Ford was talking about Model T's at the time, but, when he said, "You can have any color as long as it's black" was the best thing that could be said about any color combination.

Special Coupe Frank · 02-19-2011, 09:10 PM

"Inexpensive to manufacture" was Henry Ford's favorite "color"...

LukeDahlinger · 02-19-2011, 09:19 PM

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Here's a photo of Henry Ford's Special Coupe in the Fair Lane Garage. (Not my photo, just one I found on Flickr)

Tom F OHIO · 02-20-2011, 02:02 PM

Everyone of those pictures of the cars are really sharp.. Did not see one black
car that I did'nt like. I don't think you'll have a problem Jamie.

Tom....

roccaas · 02-20-2011, 02:19 PM

Pinstripe color?

I saw a Black Fordor with Tacoma Cream pinstripe and matching Powder coat wheels and Blackwall tires. If I only had the money back then...

Vanspeed · 02-20-2011, 04:17 PM

Just my opinion, but my favorite model a's are all black, I don't care for ones that are all pretty with orange wheels, whitewalls, two tone paint, etc. They just look absolutely perfect all black. Just my opinion.

LukeDahlinger · 02-20-2011, 05:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vanspeed

Just my opinion, but my favorite model a's are all black, I don't care for ones that are all pretty with orange wheels, whitewalls, two tone paint, etc. They just look absolutely perfect all black. Just my opinion.

I agree. Model A's are simple cars, they look best when done in a simple style.

When you put on a bunch of aftermarket chrome, dual windshield wipers, wide white walls and other things along that line, it ceases to look like a Model A and more like an imitation Packard.

Gary Karr · 02-20-2011, 11:07 PM

Take a look at the cover of the Jan/Feb Model A News. Gary Johnson's georgous '31 68C Cabriolet in all black with black wheels and tires. What more can you say?

RcT · 07-02-2011, 08:45 PM

I have a '29 Special Coupe, all black, with black vinyl top, tires and even the exterior rear view mirror and conduits to the horn and lights are black. the only brightwork is the radiator shell and headlights, tail light and hubcaps. The zinc around the running boards is as original. I know some of the stuff is kosher, but the car looks great, in my opinion. By the way, Henry's personal coupe was all black...

Chris in WNC · 07-02-2011, 09:00 PM

this works fine for me, too......

Richard Wilson · 07-03-2011, 07:21 AM

Hey Chris. Saw your coupe at the Fletcher show. Looked as good in the day light as it did in the basement.

gweilbaker · 07-03-2011, 07:39 AM

Jamie,
I think you should consider a black pin strip to set off the black wheels

GW

jkcrosson · 07-03-2011, 08:36 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gweilbaker

Jamie,
I think you should consider a black pin strip to set off the black wheels

GW

That's funny. I had a serious reply typed and then I realized you were joking.

Special Coupe Frank · 07-03-2011, 11:33 AM

Just throwing this out for consideration...

After making only all-black cars for most the of preceeding 19 years of Model T production, ( yes, there were exceptions in the early days and during the last year of production), Ford made a conscious effort to offer many colors EXCEPT black when the Model A was introduced. It could be special-ordered, but it was NOT a "standard" body color until mid-1930 or so, if I remember the Paint & Finish Guide correctly.

Yes, Old Henry's personal '29 coupe was "all-black", but then, it was his company.... he could also have had it painted in rainbow bands of color like a Ruxton if that was his choice.

I'm still struggling with the choice of picking colors for my '28 Special Coupe... none of the official colors really thrill me.

If someone is going to paint their car shiny-black, the sheetmetal had better be flawless...

Old Henry's Special Coupe does look stunning in all-black with a red stripe, but I'll bet the coachwork is in perfect condition too...

jkcrosson · 07-03-2011, 12:54 PM

My car was black when I bought it in 96. I believe from what I can find, it was Andalusite blue to originally. It has never been professionally painted only years of a farmer brushing or spray canning it to protect from the elements. I don't intend on painting the car because I like the not so perfect look. I did paint the wheels vermillion red about 12 years ago. Now I'm tired of that look. I feel everyone sees red wheels coming and then notice the black car that is attached. I will either repaint them black or just find a worn rusty set to put on the car. I love the look of Bert's pick up he has on his website.

Flathead · 07-03-2011, 01:20 PM

Worn, rusty, apple green has a very nice look. Just a thought.

Special Coupe Frank · 07-03-2011, 06:29 PM

Jamie,

We just found some traces of original paint on my coupe... a very dark blue lower body ( probably Andalusite ) and one of the light blues in the reveals around the 1/4 windows... doesn't really match any of the chips in the P & F Guide, but it seems to be original...

My car got the rattle-can black treatment, and she'll stay that way for some time to come.

02-18-2011, 07:43 PM	#21
Mikeinnj Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northern New Jersey Posts: 1,262	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Vagabon Green body 29' with black wheels....see avitar

02-19-2011, 07:33 PM	#22
CWPASADENA Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: PASADENA, CA Posts: 1,884	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. I am putting Black Wheels and Black Tires on my '30 Std. Tudor. I painted the body Green but I do like the Black Wheels and Tires. (I drove a Green Tudor to College 50 years ago and am trying to relive my childhood, or something like that.) I would like to restore a Coupe sometime. It would be Black, Black, Black. This is just like I remember most of the A's being in the "Old Days". I DID NOT restore the '31 Roadster pictured in my Avitar. This is the way I bought it. I am NOT a big fan of White Walls but this is JUST MY OPINION. Chris. Last edited by CWPASADENA; 02-19-2011 at 08:12 PM. Reason: CLARIFICATION

02-19-2011, 08:05 PM	#23
Special Coupe Frank Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northeast Penna Posts: 2,108	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Henry Ford's personal Model A, a '29 Special Coupe, was black /black/black, but with a red stripe on the belt... looks pretty sharp...

02-19-2011, 08:21 PM	#24
Herman Munster Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: SW WA state. Posts: 564	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. I know Henry Ford was talking about Model T's at the time, but, when he said, "You can have any color as long as it's black" was the best thing that could be said about any color combination.

02-19-2011, 09:10 PM	#25
Special Coupe Frank Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northeast Penna Posts: 2,108	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. "Inexpensive to manufacture" was Henry Ford's favorite "color"...

02-19-2011, 09:19 PM	#26
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02-20-2011, 02:02 PM	#27
Tom F OHIO Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Mansfield, Ohio Posts: 408	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Everyone of those pictures of the cars are really sharp.. Did not see one black car that I did'nt like. I don't think you'll have a problem Jamie. Tom....

02-20-2011, 02:19 PM	#28
roccaas Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 1,300	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Pinstripe color? I saw a Black Fordor with Tacoma Cream pinstripe and matching Powder coat wheels and Blackwall tires. If I only had the money back then... __________________ 20 years ago we had Johnny Cash, Steve Jobs, and Bob Hope. Now we have no Cash, no Jobs, and no Hope...please don't let Kevin Bacon die!

02-20-2011, 04:17 PM	#29
Vanspeed Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Suttons Bay, Mich. Posts: 3,384	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Just my opinion, but my favorite model a's are all black, I don't care for ones that are all pretty with orange wheels, whitewalls, two tone paint, etc. They just look absolutely perfect all black. Just my opinion. __________________ *Respecting and Resurrecting Ford Model A's.*

02-20-2011, 11:07 PM	#31
Gary Karr Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 1,486	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Take a look at the cover of the Jan/Feb Model A News. Gary Johnson's georgous '31 68C Cabriolet in all black with black wheels and tires. What more can you say?

07-02-2011, 08:45 PM	#32
RcT Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 451	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. I have a '29 Special Coupe, all black, with black vinyl top, tires and even the exterior rear view mirror and conduits to the horn and lights are black. the only brightwork is the radiator shell and headlights, tail light and hubcaps. The zinc around the running boards is as original. I know some of the stuff is kosher, but the car looks great, in my opinion. By the way, Henry's personal coupe was all black...

07-03-2011, 07:21 AM	#34
Richard Wilson Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NC Posts: 908	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Hey Chris. Saw your coupe at the Fletcher show. Looked as good in the day light as it did in the basement.

07-03-2011, 07:39 AM	#35
gweilbaker Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Lindenhurst, IL Posts: 792	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Jamie, I think you should consider a black pin strip to set off the black wheels GW

07-03-2011, 11:33 AM	#37
Special Coupe Frank Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northeast Penna Posts: 2,108	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Just throwing this out for consideration... After making only all-black cars for most the of preceeding 19 years of Model T production, ( yes, there were exceptions in the early days and during the last year of production), Ford made a conscious effort to offer many colors EXCEPT black when the Model A was introduced. It could be special-ordered, but it was NOT a "standard" body color until mid-1930 or so, if I remember the Paint & Finish Guide correctly. Yes, Old Henry's personal '29 coupe was "all-black", but then, it was his company.... he could also have had it painted in rainbow bands of color like a Ruxton if that was his choice. I'm still struggling with the choice of picking colors for my '28 Special Coupe... none of the official colors really thrill me. If someone is going to paint their car shiny-black, the sheetmetal had better be flawless... Old Henry's Special Coupe does look stunning in all-black with a red stripe, but I'll bet the coachwork is in perfect condition too...

07-03-2011, 12:54 PM	#38
jkcrosson Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Pell City AL Posts: 720	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. My car was black when I bought it in 96. I believe from what I can find, it was Andalusite blue to originally. It has never been professionally painted only years of a farmer brushing or spray canning it to protect from the elements. I don't intend on painting the car because I like the not so perfect look. I did paint the wheels vermillion red about 12 years ago. Now I'm tired of that look. I feel everyone sees red wheels coming and then notice the black car that is attached. I will either repaint them black or just find a worn rusty set to put on the car. I love the look of Bert's pick up he has on his website. __________________ Jamie Crosson 1929 Tudor Looking for an Original 888 Key

07-03-2011, 01:20 PM	#39
Flathead Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southern Maine Posts: 1,498	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Worn, rusty, apple green has a very nice look. Just a thought.

07-03-2011, 06:29 PM	#40
Special Coupe Frank Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northeast Penna Posts: 2,108	Re: Black wheels, blackwall tires, black car. Jamie, We just found some traces of original paint on my coupe... a very dark blue lower body ( probably Andalusite ) and one of the light blues in the reveals around the 1/4 windows... doesn't really match any of the chips in the P & F Guide, but it seems to be original... My car got the rattle-can black treatment, and she'll stay that way for some time to come.